Bitcoin network used by exchanges hit by $320 million exploit. Hackers claim they're the 'good guys'
CoinDesk· Omkar Godbole· Sep 7, 2026 · 3:43 AM
Liquid Network, a settlement layer used by exchanges, halted all transactions after losing $320 million worth of bitcoin in a security exploit.
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