- Curve Finance, a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, suffered a significant hack, resulting in the theft of over $60 million in assets.
- The platform’s founder, Michael Egorov, had previously borrowed a large sum in stablecoins against his CRV holdings, which were valued at $280 million at the time.
- Following the hack, the sudden 30% drop in CRV price put Egorov’s large loan at risk of liquidation, sparking fears of a ‘black swan’ event in DeFi.
Our article delves into the recent hack of Curve Finance, the implications for its founder, Michael Egorov, and the potential ripple effects on the DeFi sector.
Curve Finance Hack: A DeFi Earthquake
Curve Finance, a prominent player in the DeFi landscape, recently fell victim to a substantial hack. The incident, which saw over $60 million in assets stolen, sent shockwaves through the DeFi community. The value of total locked assets on Curve dropped from $3.14 billion to $1.57 billion, and Curve’s stablecoin, crvUSD, lost its stability ratio.
Founder’s Financial Peril
Michael Egorov, the founder of Curve, was significantly impacted by the hack. Prior to the incident, Egorov had borrowed a large sum in stablecoins against his CRV holdings. At the time, his CRV collateral was valued at $280 million. The sudden 30% drop in CRV price following the hack put Egorov’s substantial loan at risk of liquidation, creating a potentially catastrophic ‘black swan’ event in the DeFi sector.
Damage Control and Debt Repayment
In an attempt to mitigate the situation, Egorov has since sold 142.6 million CRV, easing his financial burden. These sales were made over-the-counter at $0.40 (market price $0.61) to 30 institutions and investors, allowing Egorov to raise $57 million to repay his debts. Notable among these investors is Justin Sun. According to data compiled by Lookonchain, Egorov still has a debt of $48.7 million against a collateral of 270 million CRV across four different platforms.
Conclusion
The Curve Finance hack has not only highlighted the risks inherent in DeFi platforms but also underscored the personal financial risks for founders like Egorov. As the dust settles, the DeFi community will be watching closely to see how Curve and its founder navigate this crisis and what measures they take to prevent similar incidents in the future.
