Massive Crypto Heist: $292 Million Stolen from Kelp DAO, Leaving Wrapped Ether Stranded Across 20 Blockchains
In a devastating blow to the DeFi ecosystem, an attacker successfully exploited a vulnerability in Kelp DAO's LayerZero-powered bridge, siphoning off 116,500 rsETH tokens valued at around $292 million. The breach, which occurred on Saturday at 17:35 UTC, has sent shockwaves throughout the cryptocurrency market, with several major platforms scrambling to respond to the crisis. Kelp DAO, a liquid r…
April 18, 2026, 8:53 p.m.