September Crypto Hack Losses Hit $766M as Bitget, Liquid Lead Thefts
Image: CryptoPotatoSeptember 2026 crypto hack losses hit $766.49 million, up 462% from August's $136.3 million, per PeckShield data cited by both reports. 55 major hacks were logged that month, the highest incident count of 2026 to date. Bitget and Liquid Network breaches accounted for 92% of the monthly total, at roughly $387 million and $320 million respectively. Most Liquid Network funds were returned, while Bitget is covering its loss via its User Protection Fund. SlowMist is investigating the Bitget theft, which began with malicious activity on August 31.
Key points
- Most of the $320 million stolen from Liquid Network has been returned.
- SlowMist is investigating the Bitget theft, which began with malicious activity on August 31.
Why it matters
The record September hack losses highlight ongoing security risks for crypto platforms and users. Bitget's use of its User Protection Fund to cover the theft sets a precedent for exchange loss mitigation.
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Crypto Hacks Hit $766M in September With Bitget and Liquid Leading Losses
Coverage timeline
- First reported by BeInCrypto
- Confirmed by CryptoPotato
- CryptoVideos brief published
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