Solana
Why Solana is down 5.2% today
Analysis
Solana (SOL) fell 5.2% over the past 24 hours as investors reacted to reports that Solana-based DeFi trading platform Drift Protocol suffered a major exploit, with estimates ranging from at least $200 million to as much as $285 million stolen. The risk-off move intensified after Drift said it was investigating “suspicious activity” and urged users to halt deposits, raising near-term concerns about DeFi security on the Solana ecosystem.
Contributing Factors (3)
Solana DeFi Exchange Drift Protocol Exploited, Upwards of $285 Million Stolen
Solana-based perpetuals DEX Drift Protocol has suffered an exploit impacting more than $200 million in funds.
‘Not an April Fools joke’: Major Solana-based trading platform Drift exploited for at least $200 million
The exploit, which started over two hours ago, seems to be targeting multiple Drift vaults, totaling at least $200 million.
Solana DeFi platform Drift investigates suspicious activity, tells users to halt deposits
The platform halted deposits while it investigates suspicious activity and urges users to proceed with caution.
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