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November 04, 2026

It Took One Fake Recruiter to Reach Billions in Binance Wallets

The biggest crypto theft on record didn't start with a hack. It started with a fake job offer. Here's why identity now has to be verified on both sides of the hiring table.
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Deepanker Saxena

Deepanker Saxena

Deepanker Saxena was named Okta's 2026 Identity 25 for the year 2026, one of just 25 innovators worldwide recognized for being pioneers of securing identity in the age of AI. He is currently the Head of Document Verification, Biometrics and Age Assurance Products at Socure, where he leads the vision and strategy for building scalable and secure identity verification solutions. Leveraging cutting-edge machine learning and AI technologies, Deepanker collaborates with cross-functional teams across data science, engineering, and business operations to enhance the product’s capabilities. Passionate about solving real-world challenges, he is committed to creating inclusive and impactful solutions that foster trust and security across industries.