DeFi2m read
Bonzo Lend Loses $9.05 Million in Hedera Oracle Exploit
Lending protocol Bonzo Lend lost approximately $9.05 million after an attacker exploited a verification flaw in a Supra oracle contract on the Hedera network.
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Ethereum3m read
AI Agents Uncover Critical Crash Bug in Ethereum Validator Software
The Ethereum Foundation used coordinated AI agents to find a remotely triggerable crash bug in its validator software, highlighting AI's potential in blockchain security.
Altcoins2m read
Hackers Target Injective npm Package in Attempt to Steal Wallet Keys
Hackers attempted to compromise the Injective npm package to steal wallet keys, a significant threat to developers and applications.
Regulation2m read
Hong Kong Regulator Mandates Phishing-Resistant Logins for Crypto Platforms
Hong Kong's regulator has mandated that crypto platforms and online brokers implement phishing-resistant login measures within the next 12 months.
DeFi1m read
Trader Loses $1 Million to Phishing Token Approval Scam
A cryptocurrency trader recently lost **$1 million** after falling victim to a **phishing token approval** scam, highlighting persistent onchain security risks.
DeFi2m read
Hackers Exploit Defunct DeFi Protocols, Draining Millions, Amid Warnings of AI Shortening Audit Lifespan
Hackers are exploiting codebases of defunct DeFi protocols, draining millions, as AI reportedly shortens the shelf life of security audits.
Regulation1m read
ESMA to Intensify Scrutiny on Crypto Custody Risks Post-MiCA Transition
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) will assess crypto custody providers' key management, incident response, and third-party reliance after MiCA.
Altcoins1m read
Secret Network Flags AI Exploit Risks in Proposed Arbitrum Migration
Secret Network has cited AI exploit risks and outdated code as significant security concerns regarding its proposed move to the Arbitrum ecosystem.
DeFi2m read
Ctrl Wallet Announces Shutdown Following June 23 Exploit, Urges User Withdrawals
Crypto wallet provider Ctrl Wallet is set to cease operations, urging users to withdraw assets by August 3, 2026, after a June 23 security exploit.
DeFi1m read
Trader Loses $2 Million to "Same-Block Backrun Extraction" Exploit
A crypto trader lost $2 million in a "same-block backrun extraction" exploit, highlighting the critical need for transaction route review.
DeFi2m read
DeFi Protocol Summer.fi Halts Vaults After $6 Million Exploit, SUMR Token Plummets 18%
DeFi protocol Summer.fi halted its Lazy Summer vaults after a $6 million exploit, causing its SUMR token to fall over 18%.
Markets2m read
Thousands of Crypto Wallets at Risk from 'Ill Bloom' Vulnerability, Says Coinspect
Cybersecurity firm Coinspect has identified the "Ill Bloom" vulnerability, putting thousands of crypto wallets at risk due to weak recovery phrase generation.
Altcoins3m read
Aptos Blockchain Flaw Exposed $70 Billion in Crypto to Risk, Now Patched
Ethical hackers uncovered a critical flaw in the Aptos blockchain with a near-90% success rate, potentially risking $70 billion in crypto.
Bitcoin2m read
Binance Founder CZ Proposes Freezing Satoshi Nakamoto's 1.1 Million Bitcoin Amid Quantum Threat Concerns
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has suggested freezing Satoshi Nakamoto's 1.1 million Bitcoin to protect it from future quantum computer theft.
DeFi2m read
Taiko Reopens Cross-Chain Bridge After $1.7 Million Exploit, Users Made Whole
Taiko has reopened its cross-chain bridge after an 11-day network disruption caused by a $1.7 million exploit, confirming all users were made whole.
DeFi2m read
Taiko Swiftly Restores Cross-Chain Bridge Following $1.7 Million Hack, TAIKO Token Surges
Decentralized protocol Taiko has fully restored its cross-chain bridge just 10 days after a $1.7 million hack, with its TAIKO token surging 136%.
Regulation2m read
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez Unveils 'More Ambitious' Plan to Combat 77 Crypto 'Wrench Attacks'
French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez announced a "more ambitious" three-part plan to boost crypto security after 77 "wrench attacks" in France.
DeFi2m read
Tokenized Google Stock Inflated 7,700% in Rare DeFi Lending Exploit, Causing $403,000 in Bad Debt
An attacker inflated a tokenized Google share by 7,700% to borrow funds, resulting in $403,000 in bad debt.
Markets2m read
Private Key Vulnerabilities Account for 40% of Crypto's $16 Billion Hack Losses, Says Pharos CEO
Private key vulnerabilities, not smart contracts, are responsible for 40% of the $16 billion in crypto hack losses.
DeFi2m read
AI's Dual Role: Claude Mythos Raises DeFi Security Concerns While Offering Defensive Tools
The emergence of AI models like Claude Mythos has sparked discussions regarding the potential for AI-driven attacks on DeFi protocols, but these same tools are also available for defense.
Markets2m read
Polymarket's Frontend Exploit Cost Rises to $3.1 Million Amidst Regulatory Investigation
Polymarket's frontend exploit cost has risen to $3.1 million, days after the platform pledged full refunds, as it faces a regulatory investigation.
Altcoins2m read
SecondFi Targets Two-Week Recovery After Cardano Wallet Exploit
SecondFi aims for a two-week recovery, having completed forensic investigations and taken a balance snapshot after a Cardano wallet exploit.
Markets2m read
Polymarket to Refund Users $2.9 Million Following Frontend Malicious Script Theft
Decentralized prediction market Polymarket will refund users $2.9 million after a malicious script led to a frontend theft.
Markets2m read
Binance Co-Founder Yi He Warns of "Zhu Pan" Impersonation Scam, CoinUp Denies Ties
Binance co-founder Yi He warned of an alleged impersonator, "Zhu Pan," leading CoinUp to deny any affiliation.
DeFi2m read
THORChain Fully Restores Network Activity Following $10.7 Million Exploit
THORChain has fully resumed network activity over a month after a $10.7 million exploit was addressed through security upgrades and vault migration.
DeFi2m read
Taiko Halts Ethereum Layer-2 Network Following $1.7 Million Bridge Exploit
The Ethereum layer-2 network Taiko temporarily halted operations after a bridge exploit led to the loss of approximately $1.7 million through forged withdrawal proofs.
DeFi2m read
Secret Network Suffers $4.7 Million 'Infinite Mint' Exploit, Funds Moved to Ethereum and Exchanges
The Secret Network experienced a $4.7 million exploit involving an "infinite mint" bug, with funds moving to Ethereum and exchanges.
Markets2m read
Blockaid Reveals How Attacker Drained $7.5 Million from Ethereum's 'Sandwich' Bot Jaredfromsubway.eth
Ethereum's largest 'sandwich' bot, Jaredfromsubway.eth, was reportedly exploited for $7.5 million by an attacker using fake trading routes, Blockaid confirmed.
Markets2m read
AI-Powered Security Tools Set to Redefine Crypto Industry Due Diligence
AI-powered security tools are becoming cheaper, faster, and more widely available, poised to reshape crypto industry due diligence.
Markets3m read
ChatGPT's Potential to Reshape Crypto Onboarding and User Experience
Artificial intelligence, particularly platforms like ChatGPT, could dramatically simplify cryptocurrency access while introducing new challenges for user trust and security.
DeFi1m read
Aztec Network Suffers Second $2.1 Million Exploit, Highlighting Deprecated Smart Contract Risks
Aztec Network was hit by its second $2.1 million exploit in a week, prompting security experts to warn about vulnerable deprecated smart contracts.
Markets3m read
Crypto's Security Imperative: Why Traditional Audits Fall Short
The cryptocurrency industry faces an ongoing security challenge, as current auditing methods are proving insufficient to safeguard against significant losses.
Bitcoin3m read
Bitcoin's OP_CHECKTEMPLATEVERIFY (CTV) Poised to Revolutionize Transaction Security and Smart Contracts
OP_CHECKTEMPLATEVERIFY (CTV) is a proposed Bitcoin upgrade allowing transactions to commit to future structures, enhancing security and enabling advanced applications.
Regulation2m read
One Indicted in France Over Alleged Crypto 'Wrench Attack'
French authorities have indicted an individual in connection with a crypto 'wrench attack' where assailants reportedly posed as police officers.
Altcoins2m read
The Convergence of AI and Crypto: Autonomous Agents and Digital Wallets
The integration of artificial intelligence agents with cryptocurrency wallets introduces new possibilities for automated financial management and transaction execution.
DeFi2m read
Abandoned Aztec Connect Smart Contract Exploited for $2.1 Million
A deprecated smart contract associated with the privacy-focused Aztec Connect platform has been exploited, leading to a loss of approximately $2.1 million in crypto assets.