Crypto security landscape in 2025 has turned grim. Hacking incidents—excluding scams—have already surpassed 200 cases, with cumulative theft reaching $2.67 billion. That's a staggering 24% jump compared to 2024's $2.15B loss figure. What's particularly alarming is February's performance: it set a new record for single-month damage. Within just that month, attackers executed 20 separate incidents and made off with $1.51 billion. The spike signals an intensifying threat targeting major platforms and DeFi protocols. Whether it's smart contract vulnerabilities, exchange security gaps, or infrastructure weaknesses, the trend underscores why robust security audits and user fund protection measures have become non-negotiable in the Web3 space.