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[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit
Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.
**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.
While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.
#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

🚨 URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

Why This Matters for Market Structure:
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

"Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

"Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana⁩ #DeFi #CryptoNews🔒📰🚫 #SecurityTips #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit
Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.
**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.
While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.
#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL " Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

🚨URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#Solana #DeFi #CryptoNews #Security #StepFinance

Step Finance is shutting down — and the way it happened is more instructive than the headline number.

On January 31, 2026, during APAC hours, attackers compromised devices belonging to members of Step Finance's executive team. There was no smart contract exploit. No code vulnerability. No on-chain flaw. The breach was entirely operational — compromised endpoints gave attackers access to treasury and fee wallets, from which they unstaked and transferred roughly 261,854 $SOL . At the time of the attack, that was worth somewhere between $27M and $30M. A later full review placed total losses closer to $40M after accounting for cascading impacts.

The team spent the following three weeks exploring every recovery path — bridge financing, acquisition offers, partnership structures. They recovered approximately $4.7M working with security partners and using protections built into Solana's newer token standards. The gap was still too wide. On February 23rd, Step Finance announced the immediate wind-down of all operations, including SolanaFloor — one of the most consistently useful Solana ecosystem media outlets — and Remora Markets, its tokenized equity trading platform.

STEP token collapsed more than 96% to $0.00057 after the hack, then dropped another 36% on the shutdown announcement. A pre-incident snapshot buyback program for STEP holders is in development. Remora rToken holders can redeem 1:1 for $USDC through a separate process. SolanaFloor's archive stays online.

What I keep coming back to is the nature of the attack. Solana's smart contract layer was never touched. The vulnerability was entirely in the human and device infrastructure surrounding a team managing tens of millions in treasury assets. That's not a Solana problem — it's a DeFi operations problem that exists across every chain and never shows up in a security audit.

#solana #StepFinance #defi #CryptoSecurity #Hack

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.
**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.
While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.
#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance

[ALERT] URGENT: "Front Page of $SOL" Shuts Down After $26M Exploit

Step Finance is officially ceasing operations. The platform, a critical portfolio tracker within the $SOL ecosystem, has announced it cannot recover following a devastating $26M security breach.

**Why This Matters for Market Structure:**
This acts as a "Protocol Extinction Event." Step Finance was a core piece of infrastructure for many Solana users. The winding down of such a prominent dApp due to an exploit introduces immediate FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) regarding security standards in the application layer.

While the $SOL Layer 1 blockchain remains functional, ecosystem confidence takes a hit. Traders should monitor on-chain metrics for any sudden liquidity withdrawals from associated DeFi protocols. Watch for short-term volatility as the market digests the loss of this utility.

#solana #defi #CryptoNews #security #StepFinance