Odaily.News Surge in Bitcoin Transfers Amid Coldcard Wallet Hacking Incident
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- •Bitcoin small-value transfers surged to 39,600 BTC on August 2, 2026, post-Colcard incident.
- •The increase in transactions is the highest since the FTX collapse in November 2022.
- •Experts suggest that the Coldcard incident reflects issues with specific wallet security rather than self-custody failures.
The suspected hacking incident involving Coldcard wallets has led to a significant increase in small-value Bitcoin transfers, reaching levels not seen since the FTX collapse. On August 2, 2026, data from CryptoQuant revealed that approximately 39,600 BTC were transferred in a single day, just shy of the record set in November 2022. This surge has prompted discussions regarding the security of self-custodied Bitcoin. Julio Moreno, CryptoQuant's Head of Research, views the proactive measures taken by users as a positive development. Industry experts, including Eric Balchunas from Bloomberg, suggest that Bitcoin ETFs may offer a safer investment alternative due to their regulatory framework. However, the Coldcard incident appears to be more related to specific wallet security issues rather than a systemic failure of self-custody practices. The situation emphasizes the need for security awareness and risk management among Bitcoin users.
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