**[Natalie Newson: Multiple Security Threats Facing the Crypto Industry in 2026]** According to CertiK senior blockchain investigator Natalie Newson, real-time deepfakes, phishing, supply chain attacks, and cross-chain vulnerabilities will be the primary sources of crypto hacking in 2026. So far in 2026, the industry has suffered losses exceeding $600 million due to hacking incidents, including the $293 million vulnerability incident involving Kelp DAO in April and the $280 million theft incident affecting Drift Protocol, both of which were linked to North Korean hacker groups. Newson warned that the accelerated development of AI will make attack methods more sophisticated, though AI can also be utilized for defense. CertiK advises investors to verify the authenticity of URLs and use cold wallets to store assets to mitigate risks.