ZKasino Issues Partial Refunds Amid $33M Scam
NewsZKasino responds to a $33 million ETH scandal by initiating partial refunds for users. Explore the financial implications and community reactions.
- ZKasino initiates 35% refunds amid $33M ETH controversy.
- Second phase may increase refunds to 75%.
- Founder Derivatives Monke communicates updates directly.
ZKasino has begun partially refunding users after its $33 million ETH controversy, returning 35% of deposits, with plans to increase to 75% soon, led by founder Derivatives Monke.
The refund process affects over 10,000 investors and highlights the ongoing trust issues in crypto platforms, sparking calls for transparency and regulatory oversight.
ZKasino announced partial refunds for users following a $33 million ETH scandal. Currently, 35% of affected addresses have been compensated, with plans to increase the refund rate to 75% in upcoming phases. The founder, Derivatives Monke stated, “Approximately 35% of ETH refund requests from ZKasino bridge users have been processed, involving about 2,500 addresses. Next week, an additional 40% of requests are planned to be handled, bringing the total to 75%.”
The refunds are orchestrated by Derivatives Monke, ZKasino’s anonymous founder. All official communications regarding the process are issued through his social accounts and on ZKasino’s Medium channel.
This event significantly affects the affected investors and has sparked renewed caution within the crypto community. Demand for transparency and third-party audits remains high.
Financial implications are substantial, with over 10,000 investors involved. Repercussions include a decline in ZKasino’s Total Value Locked and community concerns over fund security. Historical patterns show similar scams in gaming and gambling sectors. The community seeks assurance through audits and clearer regulations.
Historical patterns show similar scams in gaming and gambling sectors. The community seeks assurance through audits and clearer regulations. Potential outcomes include heightened regulatory action and calls for more transparent technological solutions in crypto platforms. These developments underscore the need for responsible management and communication. For more insights, see Market Insights from Derivatives Ape.
More From Crypto News
Aster (ASTER) Rises 4.88% in 24 Hours: What the Data Shows
Aster (ASTER) is trading at $0.655837, up 4.88% over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko data as of 19:13 UTC on November 11, 2026.
Bitcoin Misses Stock Rebound as ETF Outflows Hit Day Four
Bitcoin failed to follow a broad equity rebound on November 11, trading near $73,993 while Nasdaq-100 futures climbed 1.7% after CoreWeave posted an earnings be...
OCC Clears Coinbase National Trust Company for Crypto Custody
The OCC issued its decision in CD-1370 , formally authorizing Coinbase National Trust Company to operate as a federally chartered trust bank focused on digital-...
Reported Ankr Ethereum Bridge Drain Exceeds $303,000, The Defiant Says
The Ankr Ethereum Bridge was drained of more than $303,000 in an exploit carried out across five transactions.
Binance CFO Steps Down After Reported Hack, Co-CEO Cites Planned Transition
Binance’s chief financial officer has stepped down, the exchange confirmed, with the departure landing nine days after the platform suffered what has been descr...
US Treasury Takes Action Against MEXC Over Alleged $16B in Sanctions-Linked Transactions
The Treasury press release identifies MEXC as the subject of the action and ties the exchange to transaction flows connected to three sanctioned or adversarial...
