January Sees $370M in Crypto Theft: CertiK Report Highlights Surge

In January, crypto theft surged to $370 million, marking a 214% increase from December, largely due to a major phishing attack.

According to a recent report by CertiK, the total value of cryptocurrency stolen in January reached a staggering $370 million. This represents a dramatic increase of 214% compared to the previous month.

The significant losses in January can be attributed primarily to one particular phishing scheme, which accounted for the majority of the stolen funds. Such incidents highlight the pressing need for enhanced security measures within the cryptocurrency space.