Blockstream rejects ransom as Liquid hackers hold nearly 600 BTC

Blockstream has officially rejected a 10% bounty demand from hackers who targeted Liquid. While 3,400 BTC was already returned, nearly 600 BTC remains in the hands of the attackers. Blockstream stated it will not pay the ransom and intends to pursue those holding the remaining funds. The company is collaborating with law enforcement, exchanges, and forensic specialists to recover the stolen Bitcoin and identify the individuals responsible for the security breach.