White‑Hat Hackers Return Most of $320 Million Bitcoin Stolen from Liquid Network

Event Summary

White‑hat hackers have returned most of the $320 million worth of Bitcoin that was taken from the Liquid Network, according to a CoinDesk report on September 8, 2026.

Key Details

• Original loss: about $320 million in Bitcoin.
• The hackers are described as white‑hat, meaning they act ethically to improve security.
• The stolen funds were taken from Liquid, a crypto exchange platform.

Confirmed Facts

The return of most of the stolen Bitcoin has been confirmed by the source. The amount originally taken was $320 million, and the actors are identified as white‑hat hackers. The incident involves the Liquid Network.

Uncertainties

The exact amount returned, the timing of the return, and the method used have not been disclosed. No information is provided about any legal or financial repercussions.

Sources

• CoinDesk