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The $120 million Coldcard hack lights up Bitcoin's memory pool
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Fusion42 · 6 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The ongoing $120 million Coldcard hardware wallet hack has triggered significant coin movements, causing Bitcoin's memory pool transactions to spike, reflecting heightened network activity without immediate price impact. Market watchers see this event amid crucial policy debates and macroeconomic factors influencing Bitcoin's valuation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3.
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The Coldcard hack has shown that hardware wallet security flaws can instantly disrupt Bitcoin network activity, making your risk management and customer trust critical. Expect heightened trading volumes and consider how security exploits might shift asset custody preferences soon.
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