The Peckshield Annual Crypto Security Report shows that $3.01 billion worth of digital assets were stolen in 2024, with losses split evenly between centralized finance (cefi) and decentralized finance (defi). Despite this, proponents of defi believe that the development of AI-powered tools could enhance security and counter cybercriminals. Lingling Jiang of DWF Labs predicts the emergence of a new category called decentralized finance powered by AI (DEFAI) in 2025, which would utilize smart systems to identify threats and improve security. Luke Xie of Satlayer agrees, stating that AI solutions will provide early warnings of potential attacks. Meanwhile, experts believe that continued reports of defi losses may lead regulators to adjust their approach, potentially involving greater global regulatory coordination. However, implementing KYC measures in defi may be challenging given the decentralized nature of the industry. Additionally, regulatory scrutiny of stablecoins and increased collaboration between traditional finance and defi are expected.



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