What happened on the night of October 30th. The main thing

Binance suspended operations after the hacker attack. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin announced the destruction of 84 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that had already flown to the capital. Yemen and Saudi Arabia exchanged blows. Russian President Vladimir Putin met with his counterpart from Congo. Star Trek star Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86.

Hacker Attack on Binance crypto exchange

The founder of the Binance platform, Changpeng Zhao, said that a hacker attack could have been carried out on the Binance cryptocurrency exchange. He stressed that users' funds are safe. It is noted that security specialists are urgently analyzing all relevant information. Users are advised to exercise caution and not respond to unofficial links, messages, or requests for account information.

The cost of bitcoin and Ethereum, the two leaders among cryptocurrencies by capitalization, has dropped sharply after reports of a possible hacking of the Binance exchange. As of 23:42 Moscow time on October 29, bitcoin fell by 2.15%, to $79.37 thousand, and Ethereum — by 3.71%, to $2,265 thousand. By 23:47 Moscow time, the decline accelerated: bitcoin dropped to $78,341 thousand (-3.32%), Ethereum — to $2,233 thousand (-5.01%).

After the incident, Binance temporarily suspended all deposit and withdrawal operations. Currently, the exchange's team is conducting security checks, blocking relevant assets and interacting with law enforcement agencies.

In a statement on the platform's website, it is reported that the total damage from the security incident on the Binance crypto exchange is estimated at about $6.3 billion. It is noted that Binance intends to cover all user losses, including at the expense of the company's own funds.

Ukrainian Armed Forces strikes on the territory of the Russian Federation

Sobyanin reported the destruction of 84 drones flying to Moscow during the night. According to the mayor, specialists are working at the crash site of the enemy drones.

Exchange of blows between Yemen and Saudi Arabia

The Saba news agency reported that at least 14 people were killed and 15 others injured in an airstrike on a market in the city of Al-Hazm in the province of Al-Jawf in northern Yemen.

According to the Yemeni side, the strikes hit the central Al-Hazma market and a nearby gas station. Commercial premises and nearby houses were also damaged. In total, according to the Houthis, more than 100 strikes have been carried out in Yemen over the past 24 hours.

Later, the Yemeni Ansar Allah movement (Houthis) announced attacks using ballistic missiles and drones against oil facilities, airports and military targets in Saudi Arabia. Rocket attacks hit the Ras Tannur oil refinery, Saudi Aramco facilities in Abqaiq, in the east of the kingdom, as well as refineries in Rabig, in the west of the country.

Putin's meetings with African leaders

Putin met with his counterpart from Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso on October 29. The Russian president noted that bilateral cooperation demonstrates positive dynamics. Political contacts are maintained on an ongoing basis. Putin stressed that the Russian Federation and Congo are consistently increasing cooperation in the trade and economic sphere, as well as in the fields of science, technology and humanitarian ties.

Putin and Kenyan leader William Samoei Ruto also held a meeting. The Russian President noted that Russia is interested in further developing trade and economic relations with the African republic.

"We are interested in further developing trade and economic cooperation with Kenya. I would like to note that in January–August of this year, the trade turnover has almost doubled. This is a good trend, and it needs to be maintained," Putin said.

The death of Patrick Stewart

The TMZ tabloid reported that actor Patrick Stewart, known for his roles in the Star Trek: The Next Generation series and the X-Men franchise, has died at the age of 86. Stewart passed away on Wednesday after a brief battle with Alzheimer's disease.

British actor Patrick Stewart. Biography

The American film studio Marvel Studios has published condolences on the death of British actor Patrick Stewart.

"He was a unique talent, generous in his cooperation, and a true gentleman. Our condolences go out to his wife, Sunny [Ozell], children, friends, and countless fans around the world whose lives he touched with his work," the statement said.