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Centralized Exchanges and DeFi Platforms Account for Most 2026 Crypto Hack Losses

October 28, 2026, 5:43 PM UTC (4 hours ago) · 1 source · Summarized by CryptoBipto

A report indicates that centralized exchanges and decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms have been the primary targets of crypto hacks in 2026, accounting for the majority of losses. Hardware wallet failures have also been noted, though they represent a smaller share of total losses compared to exchange and DeFi exploits.

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bitcoinmagazine.com

Crypto HacksExchange SecurityDeFi ExploitsHardware WalletsCybersecurity

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