Ledger Confirms Network Breach After Global-e User Data Exposure

Ledger, a hardware wallet provider, confirmed a breach in Global-e’s systems on January 5, 2026, exposing users’ personal data.

Ledger disclosed that its third-party partner, Global-e, experienced a security breach affecting user names and contact details. Notably, no crypto assets or wallet seeds were compromised, protecting users’ funds and wallet integrity.

ZachXBT, an on-chain investigator, first reported the breach, highlighting exposed customer information. Global-e detected unusual activity, prompting immediate Ledger response measures, including a forensic investigation.

Impacts on users include increased potential phishing threats; however, crypto assets remained unaffected. Users should remain vigilant for any suspicious activities or communications in the aftermath of this breach.

Besides cyber risks, the incident reiterates the crucial importance of safeguarding personal data. Despite this, no financial markets or crypto prices reported any immediate fluctuations related to the breach.

Past incidents such as Shopify’s breach in 2020 exposed over 270,000 users’ data, resulting in phishing attacks. This emphasizes ongoing vulnerabilities in third-party systems.

Future outcomes may include enhanced security measures for payment processors and user education on cybersecurity. Historical breaches show trends highlighting the persistent threat of personal data exploitation in the crypto industry.

Ledger responded, assuring users with the stance, “The incident was confined to Global-e’s systems, and did not affect our platform or hardware wallets.”