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Crypto Hacks Hit $4B in 2025, Creating Delayed Risk for Brokers
More than $4 billion was stolen in 255 crypto hacks in 2025, according to Global Ledger. The data reveals a major shift: criminals now use slower laundering techniques, posing new, ongoing risks for financial institutions. Hackers now rapidly move funds at the moment of attack, but intentionally delay laundering—spreading it over days or even weeks. This creates delayed exposure, complicating detection and risk management for brokers and exchanges. The findings come after another year of elevated crypto crime. Chainalysis data showed that funds stolen through hacks surged in 2024 compared to prior years, marking ... (full story)
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