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Saga Stablecoin Depegs After $7M Exploit, Chainlet Paused
Saga, a cross-chain protocol, has temporarily halted operations on its chainlet after suffering a $7 million exploit that destabilized its US dollar-pegged stablecoin. The stablecoin, designed to maintain a 1:1 peg with the US dollar, plunged to $0.75, eroding investor confidence and triggering a mass withdrawal of funds.
Exploit Triggers TVL Crash
The attack led to a sharp decline in Saga’s Total Value Locked (TVL), which dropped by approximately 55% within 24 hours. The exploit appears to have targeted a vulnerability in Saga’s algorithmic stabilization mechanism, though the exact technical details remain under investigation. The protocol’s team confirmed the pause of its chainlet—a subnet designed for scalable execution—to prevent further losses.
Stablecoin Risks Under Scrutiny
This incident reignites concerns about the fragility of algorithmic stablecoins, particularly those operating across multiple chains. Saga’s model relied on a combination of collateralization and dynamic supply adjustments, similar to other decentralized stablecoins like Terra’s ill-fated UST. The exploit underscores the challenges of maintaining peg stability in volatile market conditions.
What’s Next for Saga?
Saga’s team has assured users that a post-mortem analysis and recovery plan are underway. However, restoring trust may prove difficult, given the severity of the depegging event. The protocol’s future could hinge on whether it can implement stronger safeguards or transition to a more resilient stablecoin design.
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