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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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