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DeFi hacks cause record losses exceeding $800 million in April 2026

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Published 2026-04-30 11:25 UTCUpdated 2026-04-30 19:41 UTC

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Wasabi Loses $5M+ in Latest DeFi Exploit

Thedefiant · thedefiant.io · 2026-04-30 15:28 UTC

Crypto hack losses top $630M in April, highest since February 2025

Cointelegraph · cointelegraph.com · 2026-04-30 11:47 UTC

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Overview

April 2026 saw an unprecedented surge in DeFi exploits, with losses surpassing $800 million across multiple protocols including Kelp DAO, Drift, and Wasabi.

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PeckShieldKelp DAODrift ProtocolGrinexRhea FinanceWasabiVolo ProtocolPurrlend

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Why now

April 2026 marks a record high in crypto hack losses, emphasizing urgent security concerns.
Recent Wasabi exploit and others show that even audited protocols remain vulnerable.
North Korea-backed Lazarus Group's suspected involvement raises geopolitical security implications.

Why it matters

Highlights ongoing critical security vulnerabilities in DeFi protocols.
Demonstrates the scale and sophistication of recent crypto exploits, impacting user funds significantly.
Signals the need for improved key management and cross-chain security measures.

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