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Galaxy Digital Contained Testnet Breach With No Client Impact

The isolated testnet limited damage to a small testing loss, prompting added on-chain safeguards.

Overview

  • Galaxy Digital said an intruder accessed an isolated R&D test workspace used to trial code rather than live systems, and the company contained the breach.
  • The firm reported no exposure of client funds or account data, and all trading platforms and services stayed fully operational.
  • The loss was reported as under $10,000 and involved only company test funds inside the segregated environment.
  • Galaxy said it secured the compromised workspace and deployed extra precautions across its on-chain infrastructure while it continues its review.
  • The incident underscores recurring cyber risks in crypto, where industry reports estimate $1–2 billion in annual losses from hacks and exploits, which can also draw added scrutiny even when clients are not harmed.