north korea crypto crime

Nov

Why does North Korea steal so much crypto?

North Korea has become the most tenacious state actor when it comes to theft of digital assets. Given its proximity to the Hermit Kingdom, a shared language and a deep understanding of how its criminal pursuits are carried out, South Korea plays a leading role in the investigation of Pyongyang’s…

Sep

Blockchain Research

Nations team up to combat crypto crime by North Korea

Cryptocurrency crime committed by the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has become so pervasive that it requires a stronger international effort to bring under control. With that in mind, the U.S. Department of State and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (ROK) co-hosted an event…

Feb

Blockchain Research

North Korea stole more crypto than ever in 2022

What crypto bear market? North Korea stole a record amount of digital assets in 2022 despite the industry facing unprecedented difficulties. Perhaps the Hermit Kingdom knows something others do not and is betting all that purloined crypto will appreciate handsomely in the years to come. Or maybe it’s just easier…

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