Crypto Theft Surges: $2.47 Billion Lost in First Half of 2025

A worrying trend has emerged within the cryptocurrency market, with theft rates reaching a record-breaking high for the first half of 2025. The alarming total stands at $2.47 billion, surpassing all previous losses from last year, as hackers increasingly target individual crypto wallets instead of exchanges. This shift in focus is driven by the growing sophistication of attack techniques and the increasing price volatility of assets.