CertiK Recorded 52 Physical Crypto Attacks in the First Half of 2026

CertiK reported 52 verified physical crypto attacks globally in the first half of 2026. This figure surpasses the 39 incidents recorded during the same period in 2025. The financial amount associated with these attacks rose from approximately $10.5 million to $124.1 million. Home invasion incidents increased from 1 case in the first half of 2025 to 20 cases in the first half of 2026. CertiK emphasized that the recorded amounts are not verified criminal proceeds but rather data on reported losses and ransom demands. Of the 52 verified incidents, 39 were recorded in Europe, with France being the country with the highest number of verified physical crypto attacks at 33 cases. The company noted that the extensive crypto ecosystem in Western Europe may have contributed to this increase. The report stated that focusing solely on wallet security is insufficient to prevent every attack and recommended custody solutions.

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