KyberSwap Integrates Mayan Wormhole for Cross-Chain Swaps as DeFi Hacker Faces Indictment

KyberSwap has bolstered its cross-chain capabilities by integrating Mayan Finance, powered by the Wormhole protocol. The upgrade enables users to execute seamless asset swaps across multiple blockchains without leaving the platform, offering tailored routes for different transaction types—from ultra-fast four-second swaps to high-volume stablecoin transfers.

The development comes amid heightened scrutiny of DeFi security following the U.S. Department of Justice's indictment of Andean Medjedovic. The alleged hacker, possessing advanced mathematical skills, stands accused of orchestrating $65 million attacks against KyberSwap and Indexed Finance—a stark reminder of the technical sophistication behind crypto crimes.

KyberSwap's new integration leverages Wormhole's liquidity pools and Circle's USDC rails, positioning the platform as a competitive player in the cross-chain arena. Meanwhile, the Medjedovic case underscores the persistent tension between DeFi innovation and security vulnerabilities in an increasingly interconnected blockchain ecosystem.