THORChain Response to Bitget Hack
THORChain has stated it will not block addresses linked to the $387.5 million Bitget hack. The protocol maintains operations continue despite the theft.
Legal Questions Around Developer Liability
Crypto lawyer Yuriy Brisov notes the issue is complicated. He asks whether the developers themselves can face prosecution for money laundering related to the incident.
Implications for DeFi Regulation
The case raises difficult questions about accountability within decentralized finance. Authorities weigh whether code-based protocols can be held legally responsible for fund misuse.
Market context
Market data reflects conditions at publication time and is not updated in real time.
Data captured at: Oct 1, 2026 12:57 (Tehran)
Likely market impact
| Segment | Outlook |
|---|---|
| Bitcoin | ● Neutral |
| Ethereum | ● Neutral |
| Altcoins | ▲ Positive |
| Short term | ● Neutral |
| Long term | ● Neutral |
Spot prices at publication
$83,732.02+0.37% 24h
$2,692.50+0.25% 24h
$117.98-0.88% 24h
Fear & Greed Index
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Source: Cointelegraph