MANTRA Chain halts network after exploit, token hits record low before partial recovery

MANTRA Chain paused its blockchain operations after an attacker exploited a software vulnerability in an external dependency, freezing all transactions, deposits, and withdrawals. This caused the MANTRA token to drop to a record low before partially recovering. Developers are investigating and preparing a patch, with validators offline until the fix is tested and coordinated. The incident raises concerns about the resilience of networks focused on tokenizing real-world assets as institutional interest grows.