Hacks, exploits, scams, and security incidents in the crypto space.
The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector has encountered a significant security breach as Term Labs, a protocol specializing in fixed-rate lending, suffered a targeted governance attack. On August 23, 2026, blockchain security firm CertiK reported that the exploit resulted in the unauthorized...
The CEO of the payment-focused public blockchain Keeta Network, identified as Ty, has issued a formal ultimatum to the perpetrators of a recent cyberattack against the protocol. Following a detailed forensic investigation, the network lead announced that substantial evidence has been gathered to...
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated fraudulent scheme involving the exploitation of leaked Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) footage to facilitate a cryptocurrency pump-and-dump operation. A hacker collective identified as CyberLeek reportedly utilized stolen assets to launch a...
The digital asset platform HumidiFi has reported a security incident involving its internal network infrastructure. According to an official statement released on August 22, 2026, the breach was detected by the team’s monitoring systems, prompting an immediate investigation. The project...
The Sandbox, a leading decentralized metaverse platform, has officially announced the containment of a security vulnerability affecting its SAND cross-chain bridges on the Base and Binance Smart Chain (BSC) networks. According to a statement released by the development team on August 22, 2026, the...
Authorities from Cambodia and the United States have successfully dismantled a sophisticated financial network utilized by the Sinaloa cartel to launder illicit funds through digital assets. The joint operation, conducted by the Cambodian anti-drug police in coordination with the U.S. Drug...
The decentralized finance (DeFi) sector has recorded another significant security breach involving a high-profile entity. According to data monitored by PeckShieldAlert on August 22, 2026, an address associated with Bofur Capital fell victim to an address poisoning attack. The exploit occurred...
The cryptocurrency exchange BitMart has officially announced a strategic shift toward a potential restructuring plan, aiming to avoid full liquidation and resume business operations in stages. According to an official statement released on August 21, 2026, the platform is currently engaged in...
On August 21, 2026, the MANTRA Chain development team officially announced that it had identified and neutralized a security threat originating from its Cosmos EVM module. The incident triggered a temporary suspension of network operations as a precautionary measure to ensure the integrity of...
South Korean lawmakers have introduced a significant amendment to the Act on Reporting and Using Specified Financial Transaction Information to tighten oversight of the domestic digital asset market. Proposed on August 20, 2026, the bill seeks to grant the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) direct...
The XCAD Network project has officially announced a gradual cessation of its operations, citing a total depletion of available funds. After five years in the digital asset space, the platform will no longer maintain its suite of products and services. The announcement follows a period of prolonged...
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently detained and questioned two employees of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. The incidents, which took place in July and August 2024, were reportedly part of a localized investigation into potential financial...
