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FBI Links North Korean Hackers to $6.3 Billion Cryptocurrency Theft

FBI Links North Korean Hackers to $6.3 Billion Cryptocurrency Theft

The FBI has pinpointed a North Korean-affiliated hacking collective, known as TraderTraitor, as the entity responsible for a staggering $6.3 billion cryptocurrency heist.

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Nov 3, 2026Audio188 words2 minutes

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) publicly accused a North Korean-linked hacking group on October 31st of orchestrating the massive theft of cryptocurrency valued at approximately $6.3 billion. This sophisticated cyberattack targeted major cryptocurrency exchanges, sending shockwaves through the global digital asset market.

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