According to a
PeckShield report
, blockchain security company PeckShield observed a notable decrease in crypto-related hacking losses for October 2025. Total losses amounted to $18.18 million across 15 cases, representing an 85.7% reduction from the $127.06 million reported in September. This significant improvement, credited to stronger security practices across the industry and faster responses to threats, signals a turning point in the sector’s ability to withstand cyberattacks, as highlighted by a
Bitcoin World analysis
.
The drop in losses points to the wider implementation of advanced security strategies, such as layered authentication, continuous threat detection, and active cooperation with authorities to combat illegal fund flows, the
Bitcoin
World analysis noted. October’s incidents were mostly smaller in scale, a shift from previous months dominated by major DeFi protocol breaches. Experts emphasize that while ongoing vigilance is essential, the industry is making progress in preventing large-scale, single-point failures.
However, some issues remain. In October, leading exchange MEXC came under fire for mistakenly freezing $3 million belonging to the crypto whale known as "The White Whale," as reported by
CryptoNews
. This episode, along with other user complaints about withdrawal holdups and unclear policies, underscored persistent trust challenges between exchanges and their customers, according to CryptoNews. MEXC’s management admitted there is a need for greater transparency and better operational capacity.
Elsewhere, the industry’s overall expansion continued, with crypto venture capital investments reaching $5.11 billion in October—the second-largest monthly figure this year, as
Coinotag reported
. Late-stage ventures in artificial intelligence, prediction markets, and real-world asset (RWA) platforms attracted the most funding, reflecting investor interest in scalable and practical innovations. Coinbase Ventures led with 10 investments, while Binance Alpha projects and RWA-focused platforms also secured major backing, according to
a Cryptopolitan report
.
Security improvements have also expanded beyond just hacking prevention. Orama Labs, a protocol focused on DeSci and AI-powered tokenized assets, exceeded $3.6 million in total value locked (TVL) after passing audits by PeckShield and Certik, as
Lookonchain reported
. These advancements indicate a maturing market that is increasingly prioritizing secure infrastructure and institutional trust, the Lookonchain post stated.
Industry experts advise that, despite the positive results in October, ongoing progress depends on regular security reviews, user awareness, and decentralized protection mechanisms, the Bitcoin World analysis cautioned. “The growing focus on AI and RWAs shows investors are seeking sustainable value instead of short-term hype,” a venture analyst told Coinotag.
As the industry adapts to these changes, the October 2025 statistics provide a rare moment of optimism. With losses sharply reduced and investment on the rise, the crypto sector seems to be moving toward a safer, innovation-focused future—though those ignoring new risks may still face challenges.