Crypto
August Crypto Losses Hit $215 Million Amid DeFi Exploits
Crypto losses in August 2026 reached $215 million, according to blockchain security firm CertiK. The figure is attributed to various incidents, including DeFi exploits that accounted for $144.6 million.
About $110.7 million of the losses remain frozen or disputed, with thousands of users exposed due to manipulated lending protocols. Phishing scams also cost victims $41.5 million, highlighting ongoing personal security risks in crypto ecosystems.
The August tally marks a significant increase from previous months, with incident counts climbing throughout 2026. Price manipulation drove most of the losses, accounting for $131.6 million, while code vulnerabilities and wallet compromise also contributed to the total.