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Gala Games receives $22 million in ETH from the perpetrator of a security breach

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Last updated: 2024/05/22 at 6:39 AM
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Gala Games, a blockchain gaming platform, recently recovered around $22 million worth of Ether (ETH) from an individual responsible for a security incident that occurred on May 20. The attacker minted Gala (GALA) tokens worth $200 million and sold a portion before the wallet was frozen. Gala Games swiftly responded, collaborating with federal law enforcement agencies to retrieve 5913.2 ETH, equivalent to $22.3 million, from the attacker’s wallet. By utilizing GalaChain’s blocklist protocol feature, Gala Games froze 4.4 billion GALA tokens out of the 5 billion minted within just 45 minutes, reducing the impact of the breach.

To address the aftermath of the incident, Gala Games plans to repurchase the equivalent GALA tokens using the returned ETH and then burn them. Additionally, the company initiated a governance vote to decide the fate of the blocklisted 4.4 billion GALA tokens. DWF Labs, a technology firm, intervened by purchasing 28 million GALA tokens to stabilize the token’s value and support the Gala community. As a result, GALA is currently trading at $0.0448, a 6.64% increase over the past day. These measures aim to secure the Gala ecosystem and protect investors in the wake of the security breach.

Eric Schiermeyer and Wright Thurston, co-founders of Gala Games, have filed lawsuits against each other, alleging misconduct and misappropriation of company assets valued in the millions. Schiermeyer accuses Thurston and his investment entity, True North United, of unlawfully acquiring $130 million worth of GALA tokens, which were supposed to be held securely for the benefit of Gala Games. Thurston, on the other hand, claims that Schiermeyer mismanaged Blockchain Game Partners, diverting company assets for personal use and squandering $600 million. Both co-founders seek to remove each other from their directorial positions within the company amidst legal disputes and allegations of deception.

As Gala Games navigates these internal challenges and external security threats, the swift recovery of stolen funds and the commitment to orderly governance and security measures exemplify the platform’s dedication to protecting investors and preserving the integrity of the Gala ecosystem. By engaging with federal law enforcement agencies, implementing blockchain technology features, and involving the community in decision-making processes, Gala Games demonstrates a proactive and transparent approach to addressing crises and ensuring the sustainability of their platform and token value. The actions taken in response to the security incident and the legal disputes underscore Gala Games’ commitment to accountability, transparency, and the welfare of their users and investor community.

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