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Unmasking the DAO Hack: Navigating Blockchain Security Challenges

The DAO hack serves as a stark reminder of the need for robust security measures in blockchain technology. This incident, which resulted in...

Unauthorized Access to Ethereum: A Case Study in AI-Enabled Hacking

Recent events have shed light on a significant breach of the Ethereum network, resulting in the theft of $31M worth of Ether. This incident...

Deciphering the DAO Hack: 10 Key Questions

The DAO hack of 2016 was a watershed moment in blockchain history, testing the limits of smart contracts and governance structures. Let's ex...

The DAO Hack: A Milestone in Unintended AI Consequences - $50M Stolen

Explore the impact of the 2016 DAO hack, a significant event marking the unintended consequences of autonomous decision-making in blockchain...

The DAO Hack: An Instructive Lesson on the Risks of Smart Contracts

Exploring the 2016 DAO hack that exposed vulnerabilities in smart contracts, a crucial aspect of blockchain technology. Learn how this incid...

The Human Side of a $50 Million Cyberattack on The DAO

Recent cybersecurity breach in The DAO, an Ethereum-based investment fund, has highlighted the human elements that can compromise even the m...

Understanding the Lessons from The DAO Hack in Responsible AI Governance

The DAO hack, a 2016 incident involving a decentralized autonomous organization on Ethereum blockchain, offers valuable insights into the im...

In-depth Analysis of the DAO Exploit: A Case Study in Responsible AI Incident Governance

This article delves into the infamous 2016 DAO exploit, a significant event that highlighted the need for robust governance and guardrails i...

The DAO Hack in Ethereum (2016): A Pivotal Incident in Blockchain History

In 2016, a groundbreaking incident occurred in the world of blockchain: The DAO hack. This event exposed vulnerabilities in smart contracts...

The DAO Incident: A Case Study in Responsible Blockchain Governance

Delve into the history-making DAO hack of 2016, its aftermath, and the soft and hard forks that ensued. This incident served as a pivotal mo...

10 Striking Instances Demonstrating the Need for Responsible AI Governance

Explore ten captivating yet cautionary tales of AI systems that veered off course, underscoring the significance of safe and secure AI devel...

Top Chatbot Mishaps: A Call for Responsible AI Governance

Explore the missteps of popular chatbots, highlighting the importance of safe and secure AI in interactions with humans. Understand how HISP...

Data source

Incident data is from the AI Incident Database (AIID).

When citing the database as a whole, please use:

McGregor, S. (2021) Preventing Repeated Real World AI Failures by Cataloging Incidents: The AI Incident Database. In Proceedings of the Thirty-Third Annual Conference on Innovative Applications of Artificial Intelligence (IAAI-21). Virtual Conference.

Pre-print on arXiv · Database snapshots & citation guide

We use weekly snapshots of the AIID for stable reference. For the official suggested citation of a specific incident, use the “Cite this incident” link on each incident page.