Cryptocurrency Suffered Over $86 Million in Losses in January from a Series of 16 Hacks

In January 2026, the cryptocurrency industry experienced a challenging month with 16 hacking incidents, resulting in financial losses of up to $86.01 million. This figure is equivalent to tens of millions of dollars, reflecting the severity of security threats faced by cryptocurrency investors.

Comparing Loss Trends Across Periods

According to data from PANews, the information presents a complex picture of security in this field. Compared to the same period last year (January 2025), losses have slightly decreased by approximately 1.42%, when the amount was $87.25 million. However, compared to December 2025 ($87.95 million), the industry saw a significant jump of 13.25%, indicating a notable increase in the number of attacks over the past month.

Increasing Security Challenges

Security firm PeckShield announced these findings on X platform, reminding the community that cyber threats continue to evolve and become more complex. The occurrence of 16 hacks in one month, causing tens of millions of dollars in losses, underscores the urgent need for stronger security measures. These incidents not only affect individual investors but also undermine confidence in the overall crypto ecosystem, especially as the incidents happen consecutively.