Cointelegraph, one of the leading crypto media platforms, has confirmed a front-end security breach that exposed its users to a malicious pop-up urging them to connect their wallets. The incident, which occurred on June 22, involved scammers promoting a fake Cointelegraph token (CTG) and a counterfeit initial coin offering (ICO) campaign. Scam Sniffer, a blockchain […]
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Fake CTG token pop-ups appeared on the crypto news website urging users to connect wallets.
Cointelegraph is expanding its presence into the gaming space with the launch of Gaming.News, the next-gen gaming platform built for players, fans and industry enthusiasts. Gaming.News provides comprehensive coverage of the gaming world, offering the latest news and reviews about video games, hardware, eSports and mobile.While operating as a separate brand with its own identity, it shares Cointelegraph’s commitment to high-quality content and deep passion for its subject matter.“Expanding into gaming media was a natural step for us,” said Cointelegraph CEO Yana Prikhodchenko, adding: “Gaming is one of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving industries, and we saw an opportunity to create a platform that delivers high-quality, engaging content. This is an entirely new brand with its own voice, but it’s built on the same passion and dedication that define Cointelegraph.”At its core, Gaming.News focuses on keeping gamers informed and entertained while enhancing user experience and engagement. The site offers news coverage on everything from game releases to industry updates. In addition, it dives deep into esports coverage, featuring tournament standings, player highlights and team rankings for games like League of Legends and Valorant. Hardware enthusiasts can also find detailed updates on the latest consoles, GPUs and peripherals.What’s coming nextGaming.News is still in its early stages, and while our primary focus remains on delivering high-quality gaming news, we are actively exploring opportunities to expand the platform with additional features.A dedicated guides section is under consideration, with potential plans to offer walkthroughs, build recommendations, strategies, and interactive maps for popular games. While in the early planning phase, this resource aims to provide players with valuable insights to enhance their gaming experience.We are also evaluating the feasibility of introducing playable web-based games, allowing visitors to engage with interactive content beyond traditional news and updates. Additionally, several other features are being explored, pushing our development team to innovate while ensuring the platform evolves in meaningful ways.While these ideas are still in discussion, we are committed to continuously improving Gaming.News and expanding its offerings in ways that best serve our audience. Stay tuned for future updates.Gaming as a lifestyleIn a crowded gaming media landscape, Gaming.News focuses on staying passionate, fresh, approachable and fun. The team behind the platform understands that gaming is more than a hobby — it’s a lifestyle. Each feature and article on the platform reflects a deep appreciation for the gaming culture and a commitment to delivering quality content in a modern, engaging format.The Gaming.News team brings extensive gaming experience, with thousands of hours in various games across every platform, spanning a catalog ranging from Pokémon to the Yakuza series and the depths of Warhammer 40K lore.Gaming.News is live now, and Cointelegraph invites gamers everywhere to explore the platform and be part of its growth.
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