CertiK researcher Natalie Newson warns that 2026 hacks may increasingly involve deepfakes and phishing. Recent breaches in April, including DRIFT with $280 million and Kelp DAO with $293 million, caused a combined loss of $600 million. These incidents highlight evolving security threats in the Web3 space, emphasizing the need for enhanced protection measures.
Tensions between the US and Iran escalated in April 2026, with Iran seizing ships in the Strait of Hormuz, raising security concerns. The incident threatens regional stability and could impact global oil markets. The ongoing standoff highlights the increasing risks in the area, with potential implications for international trade and security.
DeFi lost $15 billion in three days after a major exploit at Kelp DAO, where a flaw allowed minting rsETH without collateral. The attack caused a system-wide liquidity shock, with Aave's total value locked dropping 33% from $45B to $30B. Fear and panic led to massive withdrawals and rising borrowing rates.
A man involved in a crypto scam draining $20 million from 1,000 investors was sentenced to 23 years in prison. Robert Dunlap promoted Meta-1 Coin from 2018 to 2023 through Meta-1 Coin Trust in Houston, Texas. The case highlights ongoing enforcement against crypto fraud and scams, emphasizing the importance of investor protection.
Microsoft confirmed a bug introduced by a recent Edge browser update that prevents some Windows users from joining Teams meetings. The company is working on a fix, and affected users are advised to use alternative browsers or update to a beta version of Edge. The issue impacts productivity for users relying on Teams for collaboration.
The Kelp DAO exploit led to the theft of approximately $175 million in ETH, with the attacker laundering nearly all through THORchain. As of April 2026, around $71 million remains frozen by Arbitrum’s security council. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the Web3 space, with significant funds still at risk.
The U.S. military is running a Bitcoin node to explore its potential for national security applications, Adm. Paparo told Congress. This move indicates increased interest in blockchain technology for defense and security purposes, highlighting Bitcoin's growing role beyond finance. The test aims to assess how Bitcoin's protocol can support secure, decentralized communication and data verification in government operations.
