Liquid Hackers Return $270M in Bitcoin After Swiping $320 Million
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Last updated: September 8, 2026
Hackers returned nearly 90% of the stolen Bitcoin from the Liquid Network after a significant exploit. The network's security was compromised, leading to the theft of a large sum, but a substantial portion was subsequently recovered.
- The Liquid Network experienced a breach where hackers stole approximately $320 million worth of Bitcoin. Following the incident, the attackers returned around $270 million in Bitcoin. Approximately 600 Bitcoin, valued at roughly $27 million, remains unrecovered. Blockstream, the operator of the Liquid Network, communicated with the hackers via an on-chain message, indicating that the security vulnerabilities had been addressed and the bridge nodes patched. The total amount stolen represents a significant financial loss, though the majority has been returned. This event highlights ongoing security challenges within cryptocurrency networks and the potential for recovery in such incidents.
