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Google Exposes North Korean IT Workers Infiltrating European Crypto Projects

Google Uncovers North Korean Infiltration in European Crypto Firms Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has exposed a sophisticated operation by North Korean IT workers infiltrating European crypto and blockchain projects, using false identities to generate revenue for their government. North Korean IT workers target crypto and blockchain projects in Europe. These workers use false identities […]

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North Korea Overtakes El Salvador in Bitcoin Holdings After Bybit Hack

North Korea Surpasses El Salvador in Bitcoin Holdings, Fueled by Bybit Hack North Korea’s government-backed hackers convert stolen Bybit funds into Bitcoin. Lazarus Group’s activities fund North Korea’s nuclear program, posing a global security threat. DeFi protocols like THORChain play a role in laundering these stolen assets. The Bybit Hack North Korea has leapfrogged El […]

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North Korea’s 13,562 BTC: Outranking El Salvador, Raising Global Concerns

North Korea’s Bitcoin Bonanza: Surpassing El Salvador and Bhutan with 13,562 BTC North Korea has amassed a significant 13,562 BTC, making it the third-largest government holder of Bitcoin, outranking El Salvador and Bhutan. This development not only reflects the regime’s growing interest in cryptocurrencies but also raises serious concerns about the use of Bitcoin for […]

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North Korea’s Lazarus Group Hacks Crypto Startups via Zoom, Funds Nuclear Program

North Korea’s Lazarus Group Targets Crypto Founders on Zoom Imagine joining a Zoom call to discuss your groundbreaking crypto startup, only to discover you’re being watched by North Korea’s Lazarus Group. This isn’t a scene from a spy thriller but a chilling reality for new cryptocurrency founders who have become the latest targets of North […]

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U.S., Japan, South Korea Tackle North Korea’s $659M Crypto Theft; MIND of Pepe Launches

U.S., Japan, and South Korea Unite to Combat North Korea’s Crypto Crimes In a strategic alliance aimed at thwarting North Korea’s cryptocurrency thefts, the United States, Japan, and South Korea have joined forces. These thefts, amounting to $659 million in 2024 alone, are a direct funding source for the DPRK’s weapons programs and cybercrime operations. […]

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South Korean Crypto Operator Jailed for Leaking Military Secrets to North Korea via Bitcoin

South Korean Crypto Operator Jailed for Selling Military Secrets to North Korea via Bitcoin In a shocking case of digital espionage, a South Korean crypto operator has been sentenced to prison for selling military secrets to North Korea using Bitcoin. This incident underscores the potential misuse of cryptocurrencies in international espionage while highlighting the ongoing […]

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US, Japan, South Korea Warn Blockchain Industry: North Korea’s Hackers Stole $650M in 2024

US, Japan, and South Korea Warn Blockchain Industry of North Korea’s Cyber Threats The United States, Japan, and South Korea have issued a stern warning to the blockchain industry about the escalating cyber threats from North Korean hackers, notably the Lazarus Group, who have stolen over $650 million in 2024 to fund their weapons programs. […]

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Crypto Hacks Surge in 2024: $2.2 Billion Stolen, North Korea’s Lazarus Group Dominates

Crypto Lost $2.2 Billion to Hackers in 2024: Analyzing the Top 5 Hacks and Their Impact Bitcoin’s ascent to over $100,000 in 2024 was overshadowed by a surge in hacking incidents, with cybercriminals making off with more than $2.2 billion in 303 attacks. This year saw a concerning rise in cyber theft, particularly from North […]

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