LayerZero says Kelp setup enabled exploit, as Aave loss questions mount

In recent developments, layerZero said that Kelp’s DVN setup allowed the $290 million exploit, as investors questioned which protocol would step up to cover the shortfall. Looking closer, market participants…

The $292 million Kelp exploit: how it happened, and what it means for DeFi

In recent developments, 2026 is shaping up to be DeFi’s “worst year in terms of hacks,” Ledger’s CTO said, as the Kelp exploit shows how a single point of failure…

Kelp DAO Exploit Sparks Aave Liquidity Crunch, $6.2 Billion Withdrawal Panic

In recent developments, after attackers drained $291 million in crypto from Kelp DAO-linked infrastructure, DeFi users struggled on Aave to withdraw funds. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Kelp exploit highlights problem with non-isolated DeFi lending: Crypto execs

In recent developments, the contagion from the Kelp exploit could have been contained, but at the cost of capital efficiency, according to the founder of Curve Finance. Looking closer, market…