Hackers Figure Out a Trick to Steal Bitcoin From Cold Wallets, Grab $110 Million
On August 8, 2026, a hacker's trick to steal Bitcoin from cold wallets exposed a flaw in crypto security, leaving users re-evaluating their self-custody setups.
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Who reported it (8)
- Coldcard bitcoin exploit exposes crypto's 'original sin' of private keys, Blockaid CEO says The Block · 1d ago
- Bitcoiners turn to dice throws as self-custody setups are re-evaluated TradingView · 1d ago
- Hack of Supposedly Safe Bitcoin Tool Tries Faith of the Devoted Bloomberg.com · 1d ago
- Weekly Wrap: Bitcoin Hit By Coldcard Hack And Clarity Act Disappointment Yahoo Finance · 1d ago
- Hackers Stole $100 Million in Bitcoin—Here’s How Forbes · 1d ago
- A Coldcard Hacker Just Moved $1.94 Million in Stolen Bitcoin for the First Time, Is a Cash-Out Coming? Yahoo Finance · 1d ago
- Coldcard Bitcoin Hack: Victims Report Median Loss of 1 BTC as Theft Tops $111 Million Bitcoin Magazine · 1d ago
- Hackers Figure Out a Trick to Steal Bitcoin From Cold Wallets, Grab $110 Million Futurism · 1d ago
The story so far
The theft has shaken the faith of Bitcoin users in the security of their self-custody setups. The hack targeted Coldcard wallets, exploiting a vulnerability in the device's private key management. The Blockaid CEO called this a crypto's 'original sin' of private keys.
The hackers have moved $1.94 million in stolen Bitcoin, raising questions about an imminent cash-out. Bitcoin Magazine reports a median loss of 1 BTC per victim, with total thefts topping $111 million. The hack has led some Bitcoin users to turn to alternative methods, such as dice throws, for securing their assets.
The full extent of the hack and the security measures being implemented in response are not yet clear.
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The obvious questions
What is a cold wallet?
A cold wallet is a type of cryptocurrency wallet that is not connected to the internet, designed to provide enhanced security by keeping private keys offline.
What is a private key in cryptocurrency?
A private key is a secret code that allows an individual to access and manage their cryptocurrency holdings. It is crucial for securing and transferring digital assets.
What is self-custody in cryptocurrency?
Self-custody refers to the practice of individuals managing their own cryptocurrency private keys and assets, rather than relying on third-party services like exchanges or wallets.
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