The Open Network (TON)
Coverage of The Open Network (TON) in the Nexus archive.
- New TrickMo Variant Uses TON C2 and SOCKS5 to Create Android Network Pivots
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new variant of the TrickMo Android banking trojan that uses The Open Network for command-and-control and targets users in France, Italy, and Austria. The new variant was observed between January and February 2026 and relies on a runtime-loaded APK. It actively targets banking and cryptocurrency wallet users.
- TrickMo Android banker adopts TON blockchain for covert comms
A new variant of the TrickMo Android banking malware has been discovered, targeting users in Europe with new commands and stealthy communication methods. The malware uses The Open Network (TON) blockchain for covert command-and-control communications. This development indicates an increase in sophistication of the malware.
- The 69% Trade: Telegram's TON Takeover and the Price of Mass Adoption
Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov announced that Telegram would replace the independent TON Foundation as the driving force behind The Open Network blockchain, resulting in a 69% surge in Toncoin's price. This move brings TON back in-house and ties Telegram's business model to TON. The market is celebrating with trading volume exceeding $1.8 billion.
- Changelly and Tonkeeper enable cross-chain deposits to TON across 13 networks
Changelly and Tonkeeper have partnered to enable cross-chain deposits into TON across 13 blockchain networks, offering a seamless in-wallet experience for users. This collaboration aims to simplify asset transfers between different chains and into the TON ecosystem.