Kelp Exploit Hits $293M, Sparks DeFi Contagion Across Platforms

- Kelp liquid restaking protocol suffers $293 million exploit, exposes systemic DeFi risks - At least nine major platforms take emergency action to contain cross-protocol contagion On April 19, 2026, Cointelegraph reported that the Kelp liquid restaking protocol was targeted in a major exploit

Bitmine Buys 101,627 ETH, Nears 5% Supply Target

- Bitmine’s latest ETH purchase brings its holdings to nearly 5 million, advancing toward a 5% share of Ethereum’s circulating supply - Acquisition underscores aggressive growth after NYSE uplisting and expansion of staking operations On April 20, 2026, Cointelegraph reported that Bitmine Immer