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SwapNet Exploit Drains $17M, Exposes DeFi Approval Risks

A significant security breach occurred at DEX aggregator SwapNet, resulting in a loss of approximately $16.8 million. The exploit was first identified by security firm PeckShield. The attacker swapped $10.5 million in USDC for Ether on Base network and bridged the funds to Ethereum. The vulnerability stemmed from users disabling the "One-Time Approval" feature designed to restrict token permissions. By doing so, they inadvertently granted direct and persistent approvals to underlying contracts, including SwapNet’s router, which the attacker exploited. Matcha Meta, the meta-DEX aggregator through which SwapNet was accessed, clarified that the issue did not originate from its core system but from this user configuration choice. SwapNet paused its contracts to mitigate further damage and investigate the incident. Users were urged to revoke approvals granted outside the One-Time Approval framework, especially for SwapNet’s router. The event underscores a critical DeFi trade-off: one-time approvals enhance security but add friction, while unlimited approvals improve usability but create persistent risk if a platform is compromised. This incident is part of a broader pattern of exploits targeting unverified code and standing approvals, highlighting ongoing risks in DeFi’s interconnected ecosystem. SwapNet has not yet released a technical post-mortem or confirmed user compensation.

TheNewsCrypto01/26 10:11

SwapNet Exploit Drains $17M, Exposes DeFi Approval Risks

TheNewsCrypto01/26 10:11

South Korea’s Coinone Explores Sale of Chairman’s Stake

South Korea's third-largest cryptocurrency exchange, Coinone, is exploring the sale of a stake held by its chairman and largest shareholder, Cha Myung-hoon. According to a report, the potential sale involves Cha's 53.4% stake, which includes his personal holdings and shares owned by his company, The One Group. Coinone is in preliminary discussions with overseas exchanges and local financial institutions regarding equity investments, though no specific decisions have been made. The report also suggests shares from the second-largest shareholder, gaming firm Com2uS, may be included. This move follows financial pressures at Coinone, which reported recent losses and a decreased book value. U.S.-based Coinbase may be involved in the sale, with officials scheduled to visit South Korea for meetings. The discussions remain preliminary, and no deal has been finalized.

TheNewsCrypto01/26 08:48

South Korea’s Coinone Explores Sale of Chairman’s Stake

TheNewsCrypto01/26 08:48

10 Questions to Test Yourself: Are You a Trader or a Gambler?

Are You a Crypto Trader or a Gambler? Take This 10-Question Self-Assessment This article presents a 10-question checklist to help individuals determine if their cryptocurrency trading behavior is healthy or has crossed into problematic gambling. The questions are designed to be answered with a simple "yes" or "no." According to the author, answering "yes" to four or more questions indicates that a person is likely a gambler, not a disciplined trader. The questions probe various aspects of compulsive behavior, including: - Spending more time or money on trading than intended, or needing to increase stakes for excitement. - Failed attempts to stop or reduce trading, leading to restlessness or irritability. - An obsessive preoccupation with the crypto market that interferes with work, sleep, or family time. - Using trading as an escape from negative emotions like stress or depression. - "Chasing" losses by making more trades to recover money quickly. - Hiding the extent of trading activities or losses from loved ones. - Allowing trading to cause financial problems, such as debt or an inability to pay bills. - Neglecting hobbies, social activities, and self-care to focus on trading. - Taking excessive risks without research or using essential funds meant for necessities. - Continuing to trade despite recognizing the negative impact on mental or physical health. The assessment serves as a stark warning to evaluate one's relationship with cryptocurrency markets.

marsbit01/26 08:15

10 Questions to Test Yourself: Are You a Trader or a Gambler?

marsbit01/26 08:15

GameStop Transfers Full Bitcoin Stack, Analysts Flag Possible Exit

GameStop has transferred its entire Bitcoin holdings of 4,710 BTC, worth approximately $504 million when purchased in May 2025, to Coinbase Prime. The move, detected by on-chain analysts, is widely interpreted as preparation for a potential sale. Acquired at an average price of $107,900 per BTC, the current value near $90,000 would result in a loss of around $76 million if sold. Analysts suggest motivations may include tax-loss harvesting, reducing exposure to crypto volatility, or treasury rebalancing. Despite speculation, no official sale has been confirmed, and the company’s stock price remains influenced by other factors, including recent share purchases by CEO Ryan Cohen.

bitcoinist01/24 23:02

GameStop Transfers Full Bitcoin Stack, Analysts Flag Possible Exit

bitcoinist01/24 23:02

Bitcoin Realized Profit/Loss Reveals Underlying Structural Shift — What’s Happening?

Bitcoin is experiencing a significant structural shift, as indicated by on-chain data showing a net realized loss on a 30-day basis for the first time since October 2023. Unlike the short-lived losses of 2023, the current decline is broader and more persistent, suggesting a change in market dynamics. Investors appear cautious, showing less interest in buying the dip or holding through price fluctuations, and are more willing to accept losses. Additionally,ized profits have sharply declined, dropping from 1.2 million BTC in March 2024 to 517,000 BTC by July 2025, with a further contraction to 331,000 BTC by October. This decline occurred despite rising prices, indicating a lack of strong upward momentum. These trends resemble patterns observed during the late-stage bull market of 2021-2022, which preceded a bearish turn. Bitcoin is currently transitioning from a mature bull phase to a more volatile environment, with its price at $89,462 at the time of writing.

bitcoinist01/24 21:32

Bitcoin Realized Profit/Loss Reveals Underlying Structural Shift — What’s Happening?

bitcoinist01/24 21:32

GameStop’s Bitcoin Shift Fuels Fears of BTC Sell-off

GameStop has transferred its entire Bitcoin treasury, totaling 4,710 BTC (approximately $420 million), to Coinbase Prime, sparking speculation of an imminent sale. The move, detected on January 23, suggests the company may be preparing to liquidate its holdings amid current market volatility. If sold at current prices near $90,800, GameStop would realize an estimated loss of $76 million, as the coins were acquired at an average cost of around $107,900 each. This development follows recent meetings between CEO Ryan Cohen and MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor regarding corporate Bitcoin strategy. Concurrently, Cohen purchased an additional $10 million in GME shares, causing a 3% stock rise. The actions indicate a potential strategic shift away from crypto exposure despite growing corporate interest in Bitcoin as a reserve asset in 2024-2025.

TheNewsCrypto01/24 12:30

GameStop’s Bitcoin Shift Fuels Fears of BTC Sell-off

TheNewsCrypto01/24 12:30

GameStop Locking In $76M Bitcoin Loss? Holdings Hit Coinbase

GameStop has transferred its entire Bitcoin holdings of 4,710 BTC to Coinbase Prime, signaling a likely sale. The video game retailer originally purchased the Bitcoin in May 2025 at an average price of $107,900 per token, totaling a $504 million investment. With Bitcoin's current price around $89,100, selling now would lock in a loss of approximately $76 million. This move coincides with the company closing hundreds of its physical stores. It marks the end of another failed diversification effort, similar to its shuttered NFT marketplace venture from 2022.

bitcoinist01/24 09:02

GameStop Locking In $76M Bitcoin Loss? Holdings Hit Coinbase

bitcoinist01/24 09:02

South Korean Prosecutors Probe $49M Bitcoin Loss From State Custody

South Korean prosecutors are investigating the loss of approximately $49 million in Bitcoin from state custody. The incident, believed to have occurred in mid-2025, was caused by a phishing attack rather than an external system breach. An employee inadvertently accessed a fraudulent website during a routine inspection, compromising private keys stored on a USB device. The Bitcoin was irreversibly transferred, with no possibility of recovery. While officials confirmed an ongoing internal probe, they declined to disclose exact figures or operational details. This event raises concerns about government agencies' technical preparedness for securing digital assets, highlighting the need for robust operational measures and key management protocols.

TheNewsCrypto01/23 06:06

South Korean Prosecutors Probe $49M Bitcoin Loss From State Custody

TheNewsCrypto01/23 06:06

Makina exploit adds to growing list of DeFi attacks in early 2026

Makina, a DeFi protocol, was exploited on 20 January, losing over $4 million from its DUSD/USDC Curve pool. The attack was isolated to the USDC side and did not affect other tokens or user positions. The incident adds to a series of DeFi security breaches in early 2026, including Truebit ($26 million lost) and YO Protocol ($3.7 million lost). Most exploits stem from logic errors, configuration risks, or legacy contract issues rather than new techniques. Makina has initiated recovery efforts and a post-mortem is pending. The concentration of losses in a few high-impact incidents highlights persistent systemic risks in DeFi.

ambcrypto01/21 17:07

Makina exploit adds to growing list of DeFi attacks in early 2026

ambcrypto01/21 17:07

Bitcoin New Holder Pain Extends: $98,000 Needed For Relief

Bitcoin short-term holders (STHs), who purchased coins within the last 155 days, continue to hold at a net unrealized loss, according to on-chain data from Glassnode. The Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) metric for this group has remained negative since November 2023, despite some price recovery in January. A return to profitability for STHs would require Bitcoin to reach approximately $98,000. Additionally, the 30-day Net Realized Profit/Loss has turned negative, indicating that loss-taking has exceeded profit-taking for the first time since October 2023. Bitcoin is currently trading around $90,900, down over 2% in the past week.

bitcoinist01/21 06:02

Bitcoin New Holder Pain Extends: $98,000 Needed For Relief