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Crypto hacks decreased by 47% in H1, but Q2 saw a 59% rise in exploits to $807.5 million, driven by attacks on KelpDAO and Drift Protocol attributed to North Korean hackers.

Russian ruble-backed stablecoin A7A5 processed over $110 billion in transactions despite Western sanctions, according to CertiK.

CertiK reported a 90% decrease in crypto exploit losses in May, totaling $68 million. The firm noted May as the third month in 2026 with losses under $100 million.

CertiK CEO warns that the mass deployment of AI agents is a disaster waiting to happen.

The author reflects on their experience with Celsius and how it has changed their approach to yield, now prioritizing transparency and understanding of where the money comes from. They discuss their current investments, including Aave and 8lends, and warn against custodial yield products. The author advises readers to educate themselves on the risks and consequences of such investments.

CertiK CEO reports that DeFi attackers are using AI to target operational security and supply-chain weaknesses. This shift in strategy is aimed at outspending defenders. Attackers are moving away from exploiting smart contract bugs.

Wadoozie confirms CertiK audit and sets May 27 fair launch for $WADZ token, catching attention of Floki-era investors, already indexed on Etherscan and listed on CoinMarketCap. Wadoozie's fair launch is scheduled for May 27, 2026. The $WADZ token is gaining interest from Ethereum narrative-driven memecoin hunters.

North Korea-linked hackers stole approximately $2.06 billion in crypto hacks in 2025, out of a total $3.4 billion lost. They are shifting from phishing to physical infiltration, according to CertiK's report. The hacking activities highlight a significant industrialization of crypto theft by North Korean groups.

North Korean crypto hackers stole $2.1B in 2025, accounting for 60% of all losses, according to CertiK. State-sponsored groups now dominate crypto crime, laundering billions through sophisticated networks. This dominance is a result of new analysis revealing the extent of their activities.

There have been 34 verified crypto 'wrench attacks' incidents globally, a 41% increase from the same period in 2025. CertiK reported this rise, highlighting the growing risk to victims' family members. The trend is concerning for global security.

Europe has seen a surge in crypto wrench attacks, resulting in losses of $101M. These attacks are typically carried out by teams of three to five people. The attackers often pose as delivery drivers or lure victims into ambushes.

Binance has added protection against physical threats to prevent crypto theft. Attacks using physical threats rose by 75% in 2025 according to CertiK. The increase in attacks poses a significant threat to cryptocurrency security.

A founder is seeking feedback on a Web3 counterparty assurance product for AI agents, offering features like sanctions screening, mixer-tainted scoring, and contract audit aggregation. The product aims to provide a single decision-ready answer with audit trails for DeFi automation and AI agent use cases.

Wasabi Protocol suffered a $5 million exploit across multiple blockchain networks, with security firms Blockaid and CertiK reporting that a compromised admin key was used to upgrade contracts and drain funds.

US Anti-Money Laundering (AML) fines reached $1.06B in H1 2025 as regulatory enforcement shifted from securities cases to AML, with Basel rules and mandatory audits significantly impacting crypto compliance, according to CertiK.

TRADOOR's token plummeted 90% in 30 minutes, with analysts suspecting a deliberate rug pull after a pump-and-dump scheme. The project's team held 86% of tokens, enabling artificial price manipulation before dumping, similar to recent cases like MemeCore and RaveDAO. The project's low security score and centralized token control raised red flags.

CertiK has warned that phishing, deepfakes, and supply chain attacks will drive major crypto hacks in 2026, urging users to prioritize basic security practices as recent hacks have surged.

CertiK warned that phishing, deepfakes, and supply chain attacks will drive major crypto hacks in 2026, urging users to prioritize basic security practices as recent incidents spiked in April.

CertiK reports that the Lazarus Group has become more dangerous with the emergence of the Mach-O Man attack, a new cyber threat. The attack highlights increased risks from the hacking group, known for its sophisticated cyber operations.

A Certik analyst warns that the KelpDAO exploit highlights a significant shift in cross-chain cybercrime, emphasizing heightened risks in decentralized finance (DeFi) security. The incident underscores vulnerabilities in blockchain ecosystems as attackers target cross-chain protocols.