The Ethereum chain has been the most targeted blockchain this year, with 33 incidents, followed by the BNB Chain with 14, Arbitrum with 6, and Solana and Bitcoin with 2 each.

In light of these ongoing threats, experts at Smart Betting Guide have provided a guide on the best ways to keep your crypto safe in 2024.

They advise against storing passwords and seed phrases on the cloud or devices that could potentially be hacked, instead recommending writing them down or engraving them on a metal card and storing them securely.

They also warn that no legitimate crypto protocols or customer support staff will ever ask for this sensitive information.

For maximum security, the experts suggest using a hardware wallet instead of an exchange, as it guards a user's private keys in offline "cold" storage.

However, they note that these devices could be lost or damaged, rendering the stored crypto useless.

The guide also emphasizes the importance of doing your own research (DYOR) before investing in any cryptocurrency or NFT project to avoid falling victim to "rug pull" scams.

Investors should consider the credibility of the development team, the quality of the project's whitepaper, whether liquidity is locked, and if an external audit has been conducted.

To avoid fake apps and exchanges, the experts recommend only downloading from links provided on official websites, checking the number of downloads and reviews, and verifying the app developer.

Finally, they advise taking extra security measures such as setting up two-factor authentication, being cautious of suspicious emails and links, and being wary of "get rich quick" schemes on social media.

A spokesperson from Smart Betting Guide commented, "Hacks, scams and rug pulls not only pose a threat to individual investors but cast a shadow on the broader narrative of cryptocurrency as a revolutionary force in finance."

"They erode trust, stifle innovation, and impede the progress towards a more inclusive and decentralized financial future. Therefore, the task at hand goes beyond personal security; it is a shared responsibility to fortify the foundations upon which the future of finance stands."