Industry experts are divided on whether cryptocurrency exchanges and protocols should be permitted to conduct offensive counter-hacks against attackers. Austin Campbell and Perkins argue that malicious actors will continue targeting the sector until they face tangible consequences, advocating for proactive retaliation as a necessary deterrent. Conversely, Rama Mallikarjuna offers a different perspective on the impact of security breaches, suggesting that each hack ultimately drives more capital into crypto ETFs. This debate highlights the ongoing tension between aggressive defense strategies and market resilience in response to persistent cybersecurity threats.