According to @PeckShieldAlert, 2025 recorded a new high in crypto-related thefts with total losses exceeding $4.04 billion, primarily driven by systemic vulnerabilities in centralized infrastructure and a strategic shift toward targeted social engineering. Source: @PeckShieldAlert on X, Jan 13, 2026: https://twitter.com/PeckShieldAlert/status/2010960699766563200 @PeckShieldAlert also cites an approximately 34.2% figure in its summary of the year’s losses, indicating a notable change in trend captured by its analysis. Source: @PeckShieldAlert on X, Jan 13, 2026: https://twitter.com/PeckShieldAlert/status/2010960699766563200

According to AltcoinGordon, a US tourist in London was drugged and robbed of $123,000 worth of Bitcoin and XRP after entering a fake Uber, underscoring the rising risks of physical and social engineering attacks targeting cryptocurrency holders (source: AltcoinGordon on Twitter, May 21, 2025). For traders, this incident highlights the urgent need for enhanced wallet security and personal safety, especially when traveling or using public rideshare services. The event also raises concerns about the vulnerabilities of mobile wallet access and the critical importance of multi-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized transactions. Cryptocurrency traders should remain vigilant against similar scams, as such real-world incidents can impact market sentiment and lead to increased volatility in high-profile assets like Bitcoin and XRP.