Crypto suffers $1.26 billion in thefts as Bitcoin bulls celebrate a record‑breaking quarter
The cryptocurrency ecosystem faced a stark juxtaposition in the first quarter of 2026. On one side, the sector was rocked by a series of high‑profile security breaches that together wiped out roughly $1.26 billion from various digital asset platforms, wallets, and DeFi protocols. On the other side, Bitcoin enthusiasts and investors rode a wave of unprecedented price appreciation, marking what man…
Oct. 1, 2026, 11:30 a.m.