CertiK Alert data shows that since January 1, 2026, 163 security incidents have been recorded, resulting in total losses of approximately $796.7 million. At least 12 of these incidents are linked to North Korea, involving platforms such as Step Finance, Bitrefill, and Drift Protocol, with losses totaling approximately $329 million—accounting for about 42% of total losses. In comparison, losses related to North Korea accounted for about 60% of total losses in 2025.
CertiK Reports $796.7M in Security Losses in 2026
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CertiK reports $796.7 million in security breach losses in 2026, with 163 incidents recorded by April 10. North Korea-linked attacks caused $329 million in damage, targeting projects such as Step Finance and Drift Protocol. Inflation data remains a secondary concern as security breach incidents increase. North Korea’s share declined from 60% in 2025 to 42% this year.
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