The latest report by De.FI on crypto heists in 2023 has unveiled significant insights into the landscape of digital asset security.
The report indicated that cyberattacks and thefts resulted in the staggering theft of approximately $2 billion in cryptocurrencies over the course of the year.
Comparatively, this figure reflects a decrease from the approximately $3.8 billion stolen in the crypto sphere during 2022.
De.FI emphasized the importance of the 2023 data, pointing out that it not only reveals vulnerabilities within the crypto space but also showcases ongoing efforts to address these vulnerabilities.
The report shed light on several major heists that occurred throughout the year, with notable incidents involving attacks against various platforms.
Euler Finance faced a loss of $200 million, Multichain experienced a theft of $126 million, BonqDAO was hit for $120 million, Poloniex suffered a loss of $114 million, and Atomic Wallet reported a theft of $100 million, among numerous other incidents.
Despite these challenges, the report also highlighted significant strides made in addressing these vulnerabilities, even amid a relatively subdued interest due to the bear market in the first half of 2023.
De.FI’s report serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against cyber threats in the crypto space, urging continued efforts to bolster security measures to safeguard digital assets.