- Over $3 billion stolen through 119 crypto hacks in H1 2025.
- Centralized exchanges face the largest impact.
- Laundering often completed minutes after breaches.
Over $3.01 billion was stolen from 119 crypto hacks in the first half of 2025, mainly targeting centralized exchanges, according to Swiss blockchain analytics firm Global Ledger.
These breaches highlight vulnerabilities in crypto infrastructure, overwhelming compliance efforts and potentially prompting rapid regulatory reviews as affected markets struggle to respond effectively.
Over $3.01 billion has been lost to crypto hacks in the first half of 2025, per Global Ledger. This amount results from 119 such incidents, highlighting significant breaches within the industry. Centralized exchanges are the primary targets.
Key players include state-sponsored groups, notably from North Korea, and automated bots. These entities are involved in exploiting vulnerabilities within the infrastructure. Global Ledger’s analysis underscores the involvement of these varied threat actors.
The financial implications are immense, with CEXs accounting for 54.26% of the losses. In a notable percentage of cases, stolen funds were laundered within mere minutes, challenging compliance teams to react quickly.
Assets commonly affected include ETH and BTC. Although other altcoins were also impacted, the liquidity and prevalence of these cryptocurrencies make them prime targets for large-scale hacks and exploits.
Historical comparisons reveal a significant increase in the value of assets stolen over previous years. The pace of hacking incidents in 2025 has already surpassed figures from past years.
With laundering velocity rapidly evolving, regulators show growing interest in the tactical response. However, no major regulatory changes or proposals have been documented yet, leaving security teams to rely on fortified technical infrastructure for prevention.
“Attacks are evolving beyond raw financial loss: laundering is now measured in minutes, placing overwhelming strain on CEX compliance and real-time response. Centralized venues bear the brunt, but on-chain assets — ETH, BTC, DeFi tokens — remain prime targets for sophisticated actors, including state-sponsored groups.”
| Disclaimer: The content on The CCPress is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry inherent risks. Please consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. |
