6Perp DEXNewJun 22, 2026
Taiko Chain Proof-of-State Mechanism Compromised; $1.7M Lost in Bridge Exploit
Taiko's Proof-of-State verification mechanism was compromised, with PeckShield confirming approximately $1.7 million in losses from the exploit. Users were advised to immediately withdraw funds from Taiko's cross-chain bridge, and the incident was counted among more than 20 crypto hacks recorded in June 2026.
Story timeline · 2 days
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No material change; $1.7M Taiko bridge exploit details reiterated without new recovery or patch information.
- Jun 22, 20266· this storyTaiko Chain Proof-of-State Mechanism Compromised; $1.7M Lost in Bridge Exploit
Sources · 4
- Taiko Exploit Adds to June Tally of Over 20 Crypto Hacksbeincrypto.com · T2
- Taiko urges immediate withdrawal of funds from all bridges after chain verification breachcryptobriefing.com · T2
- Taiko Chain's Proof of State mechanism has been compromised, and users are advised to immediately withdraw funds from the cross-chain bridge.lookonchain.com · T2
- PeckShield: Taiko attack incident has caused approximately $1.7 million in lossespanewslab.com · T2