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5SpeculativeProgressed· since 2026-06-23Jun 25, 2026

DeFi Sector Loses More Than Half Its Value Since October 2025

The DeFi sector lost more than half its total value between October 2025 and the reporting date. The decline occurred alongside a 39% contraction in total value locked and $942 million in hack-related losses recorded in 2026.

DeFi sector value loss exceeding 50% since October was reported as a distinct data point alongside the TVL contraction and hack figures.

Story timeline · 3 days

  1. Jun 25, 20266
    DeFi TVL Shrinks 39% in 2026; Hacks Cost $942M as Only Two Chains Grow

    Full-year DeFi TVL contraction of 39% and $942M in hacks reported, extending the Q2 record of 83 breaches and $775M stolen.

  2. Jun 25, 20265· this story
    DeFi Sector Loses More Than Half Its Value Since October 2025

    DeFi sector value loss exceeding 50% since October was reported as a distinct data point alongside the TVL contraction and hack figures.

  3. Jun 23, 20265
    Crypto Sector Sets Q2 2026 Record With 83 Security Breaches and $775M Stolen

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