This article explores the biggest security risks in the crypto industry, focusing on smart contract vulnerabilities, exchange hacks, and centralized custody risks. Since 2020, smart contract flaws have led to over $2 billion in losses, emphasizing the need for secure blockchain protocols. The year 2022 saw $3.8 billion in crypto stolen, highlighting persistent exchange vulnerabilities, particularly by North Korean-linked hackers. Additionally, the dominance of centralized exchanges, like Gate, controlling 73% of crypto assets poses custody challenges. This analysis is crucial for crypto investors and developers focused on security enhancement and risk mitigation in the evolving digital asset landscape.
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