35 DeFi Protocols Hacked in 2026, With Over $453 Million Lost

The brief report says 35 DeFi (decentralized finance) protocols were hacked in the first four months of 2026, highlighting persistent security risks in blockchain-based financial applications.

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Terms & Concepts
  • DeFi: Short for decentralized finance, a group of blockchain-based financial services that operate without traditional intermediaries.
  • Protocol hack: A security breach targeting a blockchain application or its code, often resulting in stolen user or treasury funds.