Source: CoinDesk
Summary
Hackers have stolen approximately $54 million from Kelp DAO, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, in the largest crypto heist of the year so far. The attack occurred on July 31, according to a statement from Kelp DAO. The stolen funds include 1,440 ether (ETH) and 1,800 wrapped bitcoin (WBTC). Kelp DAO has paused its protocol and is investigating the incident.
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The launch follows a familiar script.
Kelp DAO’s hack is just another reminder that “decentralized” doesn’t mean “secure”. The platform’s promise of “trustless” transactions sounds hollow after this massive heist. The stolen funds are just a number, but the real loss is the trust of users. Kelp DAO’s investigation will likely uncover a familiar tale of vulnerabilities and oversights. Because, of course, “decentralized” doesn’t mean “bug-free”.
Author: Evan Null
