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Coinbase $300k MEV Loss via 0x Swapper — Isolated but Signals Integration Risk

I note that Coinbase lost about $300,000 in token transaction fees to MEV bots after an incorrect interaction with a 0x “swapper” contract caused by a DEX wallet configuration change.

I view this as an isolated operational issue: Coinbase’s CSO confirmed the token approval was revoked, funds moved to a new wallet, and user funds were not affected.

Though the immediate impact appears contained, the incident highlights integration and configuration risks for exchanges and protocols interacting with DEX infrastructure — it’s worth monitoring 0x and Coinbase for follow-up fixes and any similar occurrences.

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Analysis

MEV bots captured roughly $300k in fees due to a misconfigured DEX wallet interacting with a 0x swapper contract; Coinbase revoked approvals and transferred funds, indicating an operational lapse rath...

Recommendation

Watch short-term developments: no immediate user-impact selling is warranted, but monitor security disclosures from Coinbase and 0x, review integration/configuration practices if you run services that...

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