Ethereum and BNB Chain Hit Hard by 2024 Crypto Cyber Attacks, Reveals PeckShieldAlert

The cryptocurrency sector faced an unprecedented surge in cybercrime during the first half of 2024. Over 200 significant cyber incidents led to a colossal loss of approximately $1.56 billion, with only $319 million being recovered. According to PeckShieldAlert, the decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols were primarily targeted, highlighting the growing security threats in the crypto realm.