Record High Cybersecurity Incidents in Q2 2026: $755 Million Stolen
The second quarter of 2026 has set a new record for cybersecurity breaches in the crypto sector, with hackers stealing $755 million across 83 incidents, primarily targeting cross-chain bridges.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 3 days ago
In a concerning trend for the cryptocurrency industry, the second quarter of 2026 has been marked as the most-hacked quarter on record, with a staggering 83 incidents reported.
These breaches have resulted in the theft of approximately $755 million, highlighting the growing vulnerabilities within the sector.
Notably, cross-chain bridges have emerged as the most costly attack vector, raising alarms about the security measures in place to protect these critical infrastructures.