Updated Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:02:00 UTC
FlixoCrypt Daily Roundup — 11 September 2026
Prices updated daily by automation · last 2026-09-19. Not real-time; informational only.
Liquid Network loses $320 million in bitcoin hack
Approximately 4,000 of 4,200 bitcoin held in a Liquid Network wallet were stolen in a significant security incident reported by Bloomberg. The theft totalled roughly $320 million at current prices. For traders and holders, this underscores the importance of auditing exchange and sidechain security practices before depositing funds—particularly for larger positions. Liquid Network is a bitcoin sidechain used by some traders for faster settlement and lower fees; this incident highlights that convenience often comes with concentrated custodial risk. Anyone holding assets on federated or operator-controlled platforms should review their security track record and consider whether the operational benefits justify the exposure.
Ethereum leads gains as major assets edge higher
Ethereum climbed 5.3% to $2,577, outpacing Bitcoin's 1.0% rise to $77,913, whilst Solana (+2.7%) and BNB (+3.2%) also posted steady gains. The strength in altcoins suggests modest appetite for riskier assets today, though volumes remain ordinary. For traders, this is a routine consolidation environment rather than a directional signal; those choosing between exchanges should focus on fee structures and whether the platform offers the specific pairs you trade rather than trying to time smaller daily moves.
Minor altcoins trending on search volume
Raydium (RAY) is seeing the most search interest today, up 18.7% in 24 hours, followed by Pons (PONS) and the meme token Hunter Biden's Laptop (LAPTOP), which fell 52.4%. These spikes in search volume often reflect retail speculation rather than fundamental developments. When deciding where to trade, be cautious of trending coins on retail-focused exchanges—they typically carry higher slippage and wider spreads during sentiment-driven moves, and many smaller tokens lack the trading depth to exit large positions without significant price impact.
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Bitcoin held steady at $77,913 (+1.0%) while Ethereum surged 5.3% to $2,577, with most major assets posting modest gains. The day's defining story is a $320 million hack on the Liquid Network's bitcoin holdings—a critical security reminder for anyone evaluating which platforms to trust with larger holdings.
When was it published? +
Published and verified on 2026-09-11.
What does it cover? +
It covers: Liquid Network loses $320 million in bitcoin hack; Ethereum leads gains as major assets edge higher; Minor altcoins trending on search volume.
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No. This is informational only; cryptocurrency involves significant risk.
Reviewed by Arjun Mehta
Crypto analyst; 8+ years covering exchanges, wallets and DeFi
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Sources
- Bloomberg — Liquid Network Bitcoin Hack — verified