Crypto Thefts Surge to $370 Million in January, CertiK Reports
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: 18h ago- Surge in Theft Amount: CertiK reports that crypto thefts reached $370 million in January 2025, quadrupling year-over-year primarily due to wallet breaches and phishing attacks, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced market security measures.
- Total Theft Over Six Months: The total amount of crypto thefts for the first half of 2025 reached $2.47 billion, involving 344 incidents, indicating a significant increase in malicious activities within the blockchain ecosystem, necessitating robust security enhancements to protect investors.
- Severe Ethereum Losses: Ethereum emerged as the most targeted blockchain, suffering nearly $2.29 billion in net losses, with multiple large-scale attacks impacting users, affecting various stakeholders including investors and exchanges, potentially prompting regulatory changes.
- Urgent Need for Security Improvements: An industry representative noted an unprecedented spike in attacks in 2025, necessitating comprehensive security improvements across the blockchain ecosystem to address escalating crypto security risks and prevent substantial future losses.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
