- Crypto exchanges and security platforms helped Aethir control losses following an attack.
- PeckShield reported that up to $400,000 was stolen from the AethirOFTAdapter.
- Aethir is already working out plans on how to compensate victims of the latest exploit.
The Aethir decentralized cloud infrastructure has confirmed support from multiple crypto exchanges, including Binance, Upbit, Bithumb, and HTX, in conjunction with security partners to halt the latest exploit on its platform. In its latest post on X, the platform informed users that it is actively working with authorities and exchanges to freeze funds and trace the attackers.
Rapid Response Limited the Losses
Despite early reports that Aethir paused the exploit before the attackers pulled up to $90,000 from the platform, PeckShield, a renowned security reporting outfit in the blockchain industry, stated that $400,000 was stolen from Aethir during the attack. According to PeckShield, the exploiter has bridged the stolen funds from BNBChain to TRON via Symbiosis Finance.
According to reports, the incident triggered rapid coordination with exchanges and security firms across multiple networks. These parties intervened in the matter, suppressing potential escalation beyond the levels reported. It reflects a significant improvement in the speed at which the crypto industry responds to attacks.
Meanwhile, Aethir confirmed its Ethereum-based token supply remained secure with operations continuing without disruption.
The Team’s Position on the Exploit
Reportedly, the Aethir team was able to protect its platform after detecting unusual activity on its bridge contract linking Ethereum to other chains relatively early. The team immediately disconnected compromised contracts, preventing further unauthorized transfers, thereby reducing the financial impact of the attack while stabilizing cross-chain operations.
Having succeeded in limiting the exploit’s impact on the platform, Aethir announced plans to release a structured compensation program for affected users by next week. The firm stated that it will publish a full list of the attacker wallets alongside a technical post-mortem, citing steps aiming to provide transparency and outlining recovery measures.
Aethir’s Impressive Growth and Adoption
For context, Aethir is a decentralized GPU cloud network that supports artificial intelligence, gaming, and enterprise workloads. The platform distributes computing resources globally, not relying on centralized data centers, with a network that supports scalable infrastructure across multiple regions.
According to Aethir’s report, it earned $127.8 million in revenue in 2025, reflecting notable adoption for its DePIN model. The network’s GPU capacity surged to over 440,000 containers across 94 countries, with frontline investors such as Animoca Brands and HashKey supporting its ecosystem growth.
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