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FBI issues wanted notice for alleged North Korean remote IT workers accused of $900,000 crypto theft — $5 million reward up for grabs for information on DPRK-linked suspects

FBI issues wanted notice for alleged North Korean remote IT workers accused of $900,000 crypto theft — $5 million reward up for grabs for information on DPRK-linked suspects

The FBI has issued a public wanted notice for four individuals accused of being fraudulent remote IT workers for North Korea, involved in identity theft and the theft of over $900,000 in cryptocurrency. A $5 million reward is offered for information leading to the disruption of financial support for North Korea. The suspects allegedly used stolen identities to secure IT roles and access company systems and digital wallets in 2022. The stolen funds were laundered through cryptocurrency transactions. The FBI is increasing pressure on both the operators and support networks behind such schemes by making the notice public.

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North Korean hackers stole record $2 billion in crypto in 2025, including single heist worth $1.5 billion, report claims — rogue state accounts for 60% of all reported crypto thefts this year, $6.75 billion total since records began

North Korean hackers stole record $2 billion in crypto in 2025, including single heist worth $1.5 billion, report claims — rogue state accounts for 60% of all reported crypto thefts this year, $6.75 billion total since records began

North Korean hackers have reportedly stolen a record $2.02 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025, with a single heist worth $1.5 billion. This accounts for 60% of all reported crypto thefts this year and brings the total stolen by North Korea to $6.75 billion since records began. The hackers use various techniques, including posing as IT professionals, posting fake crypto job listings to install malware, and targeting senior executives with buyout offers to compromise wallets. Despite a decrease in decentralized finance protocol losses due to improved security, North Korean hackers remain a significant threat due to their sophistication and ability to execute highly damaging attacks.

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China accuses Washington of stealing $13 billion worth of Bitcoin in alleged hack — 127,272 tokens seized from Prince Group after owner Chen Zhi was indicted for wire fraud and money laundering, U.S. alleges

China accuses Washington of stealing $13 billion worth of Bitcoin in alleged hack — 127,272 tokens seized from Prince Group after owner Chen Zhi was indicted for wire fraud and money laundering, U.S. alleges

China's cybersecurity agency, CVERC, accuses the U.S. of stealing $13 billion worth of Bitcoin in a 2020 hack, with 127,272 tokens seized from Prince Group following owner Chen Zhi's indictment for wire fraud and money laundering. The U.S. alleges that Zhi was involved in running scam call centers in Cambodia. The seized amount is the largest in history, surpassing the $6.7 billion confiscated from the "Bitcoin Queen." The incident highlights the complexities of dealing with digital assets in international crime cases, especially with cryptocurrencies not falling under specific jurisdictions. The situation also raises questions about the involvement of national hacking organizations and the challenges of cross-border investigations in the crypto space.

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