Europe sees fastest growth in extremist crypto donations, Chainalysis warns

North America remains the largest source of extremist crypto donations, but Europe’s rapid growth demonstrates shifting regional dynamics, analysts alarm. Extremist groups worldwide are increasingly relying on crypto, with Europe seeing a concerning rise in activity, U.S.-based blockchain analytics firm… дальше »

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Singapore court backs WazirX plan for post-hack revival

The Singapore High Court has approved Zettai Pte Ltd’s request to convene a meeting with creditors of the crypto exchange WazirX, allowing the company to present its restructuring proposal. The decision is a critical step in Zettai’s efforts to address debts and recover from the $230 million hack of WazirX linked to North Korea’s Lazarus […] The post Singapore court backs WazirX plan for post-hack revival appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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North Dakota proposes bill to cap crypto ATM transactions against fraud

The bill introduces withdrawal limits for both crypto and fiat. дальше »

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Crypto donations to extremist groups rise in Europe — Report

Crypto donations to extremist groups have declined worldwide but are rising in Europe, while North America remains at the top of the charts. дальше »

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North Dakota mulls bill to safeguard consumers from crypto ATM scams

North Dakota regulators are debating a bill that introduces consumer protections to combat scams involving cryptocurrency ATMs. During a Jan. 22 hearing, lawmakers in North Dakota discussed House Bill 1447, introduced to the state’s legislative assembly earlier this month, which… дальше »

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Dogecoin Sprints North After Its Logo Appears On Elon Musk’s ‘DOGE’ Website — Is $1 Possible?

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Singapore-based BitFuFu plans Oklahoma Bitcoin mining acquisition to expand in North America

Bitmain-backed crypto mining firm BitFuFu has announced plans to expand into North America with the acquisition of a 51-MW Bitcoin mining facility in Oklahoma. Bitcoin (BTC) mining firm BitFuFu has announced plans to buy a majority stake in a mining… дальше »

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Oklahoma introduces strategic Bitcoin reserve act

Oklahoma joins Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Hampshire and North Dakota in having Bitcoin reserve proposals. State savings accounts and pension funds will have the nod to invest in BTC if the bill passes. дальше »

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US, Japan, and South Korea warn blockchain industry of North Korea’s ongoing cyber threats

US, Japan, and South Korea issue a joint statement warning the blockchain industry about North Koreas cyberattacks, stealing $650M in 2024. The post US, Japan, and South Korea warn blockchain industry of North Korea’s ongoing cyber threats appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Japan, South Korea, and the US issue joint warning over North Korea-related crypto thefts

Japan, South Korea, and the US warned the global crypto industry about threats posed by hacks attributed to North Korean actors in a joint statement published on Jan. 14. According to the statement, groups allegedly tied to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) are targeting exchanges, crypto custodians, and individual users. дальше »

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US, Japan, South Korea warn of rising North Korean crypto hacking threats

North Korea-affiliated hackers stole at least $1.34 billion worth of digital assets in 2024.

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US, Japan, and South Korea warn web3 firms about hiring IT workers from North Korea

In a joint statement, the U.S., Japan, and South Korea highlight the growing threat posed by North Korean cyber actors to the global crypto sector. The United States, Japan, and South Korea have warned the blockchain industry about North Korean… дальше »

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NFT market defies crypto dip, Do Kwon trial date set, North Dakota eyes Bitcoin | Weekly Recap

Today’s edition of the weekly recap includes top headlines of Do Kwon, Razzlekhan’s new music video, Bitcoin’s price slump, Bhutan’s crypto reserve, and other trending news items. Do Kwon trial date set for early 2026 Mango Markets announces closure Will Meta… дальше »

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New Hampshire and North Dakota Consider Bitcoin as Part of State Treasuries

The move reflects a growing trend among US states exploring Bitcoin reserves, inspired by broader efforts to strengthen financial resilience and align with emerging federal crypto strategies. The post New Hampshire and North Dakota Consider Bitcoin as Part of State Treasuries appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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North Dakota lawmakers push to add Bitcoin to state treasury

North Dakota lawmakers introduced a House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) on Jan. 7, encouraging the State Treasurer and the State Investment Board to include digital assets and precious metals in the state treasury’s portfolio to hedge against inflation. дальше »

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Russian trio charged in crypto mixer money laundering case

The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted three Russian nationals for operating sanctioned crypto mixers allegedly tapped by North Korean criminals. дальше »

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New Hampshire, North Dakota introduce bills for Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

According to Satoshi Action Fund CEO Dennis Porter, the North Dakota BTC bill “already has 11 sponsors.”

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3 Russians Face Money Laundering Charges Over Mixing Services: DOJ

Russian nationals have been charged with crimes for allegedly running the crypto mixing services Blender.io and Sinbad.io used by North Korean hackers. дальше »

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Rep. Senator Cynthia Lummis selected to chair crypto subcommittee

Republican Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis has been picked to chair the crypto subcommittee Lummis, a crypto advocate, filed the Bitcoin Act of 2024 bill last month Other Republican members of the crypto subcommittee include Senators Bernie Moreno from Ohio, Dave McCormick from Pennsylvania, Thom Tillis from North Carolina and Bill Hagerty from Tennessee The US […] The post Rep. дальше »

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UAE’s Bitcoin mining firm Phoenix Group expands in US ahead of Nasdaq listing: report

Abu Dhabi-listed Phoenix Group deepens its U.S. footprint with the opening of a 50 MW crypto mining site in North Dakota. Phoenix Group has opened a 50 MW crypto mining facility in North Dakota, as the Abu Dhabi-based firm doubles… дальше »

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South Korea Sanctions 15 North Korean Hackers and One Entity Over Crypto Theft Operations

South Korea has announced sanctions against 15 individuals and one entity from North Korea involved in cybercrimes, including large-scale cryptocurrency heists. The move comes amid rising concerns about North Korea’s use of cyber operations to fund its weapons programs and evade international sanctions. дальше »

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South Korea sanctions 15 North Koreans for crypto heists and cyber theft

The sanctioned agents were allegedly generating funds for North Korea’s nuclear weapons development program.

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South Korea sanctions DPRK hackers behind crypto attacks

South Korea has imposed new sanctions on North Korean hackers responsible for stealing over $1 billion in crypto, with the illicit funds fueling the regime’s weapons programs. The South Korean government has announced sanctions on the 313 Bureau, a North… дальше »

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Crypto.com Expands Into U.S. Institutional Custody: A Closer Look at Its New Trust Company Launch

Crypto.com has launched a new U.S. trust company, Crypto.com Custody Trust Company, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing expansion efforts in North America. дальше »

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HNT’s rally to $10 - Here's why traders' interest could be key!

Token recently bounced off a major support level and started moving north on the price charts Rally seemed likely to continue, as metrics suggested favorable conditions for further upside InThe post HNT’s rally to $10 - Here's why traders' interest could be key! appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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North Korean hack fears sent Hyperliquid’s HYPE token on a rollercoaster

Hyperliquid, a Layer 1 blockchain, and decentralized exchange, faced sharp declines in token value and total value locked (TVL) over the weekend after reports surfaced of potential involvement by North Korean hackers. дальше »

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Russia to limit mining in energy-strapped regions until 2031

Russia has introduced a regional ban on Bitcoin mining, set to begin on Jan. 1, 2025, and remain in effect until March 15, 2031, local Russian media outlet Tass reported on Dec. 24. According to the report, The decision affects ten regions, including Dagestan, Ingushetia, Kabardino-Balkaria, Karachay-Cherkessia, North Ossetia, Chechnya, the Donetsk and Lugansk People’s […] The post Russia to limit mining in energy-strapped regions until 2031 appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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North Korea Blamed for May's $305M Hack on Japanese Crypto Exchange DMM

Japanese police and U.S. agencies said the attack was "affiliated" with TraderTraitor, which is characterized by social engineering. дальше »

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North Korean hackers likely behind DMM Bitcoin’s $307m attack

Japanese police revealed Tuesday that hackers affiliated with the North Korean regime are likely behind the $307 million attack on crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin. North Korean hackers are said to be behind a multi-million attack on a crypto exchange, which… дальше »

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FBI reveals North Korea used LinkedIn to steal $305 million from Japan’s DMM Bitcoin

The FBI, Japan’s National Police Agency, and the Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center have confirmed that North Korean-linked hackers orchestrated the May 2024 $305 million breach of the Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin. дальше »

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Crypto, AI growth could strain North American energy grids: NERC

North America faces energy challenges as cryptocurrency mining and AI data centers push electricity demand to unprecedented levels. дальше »

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FBI, Japan expose North Korea’s $305M DMM exchange hack details

The FBI has unveiled details of a $305M Bitcoin heist by North Korea-affiliated hackers using social engineering techniques.

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Hyperliquid net outflows top $250M amid fears over North Korea hackers

Hyperliquid saw over $256 million in net outflows as security experts revealed that North Korean threat actors had been trading on the platform. дальше »

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Hyperliquid Denies Indicators of a North Korean Hack, Despite On-Chain Evidence

Despite Hyperliquid's denial of a security breach, evidence suggests Lazarus Group is probing vulnerabilities, raising concerns of a looming attack. The post Hyperliquid Denies Indicators of a North Korean Hack, Despite On-Chain Evidence appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Hyperliquid (HYPE) Threatened By North Korean Hackers: What Investors Need To Know

Hyperliquid (HYPE), a decentralized perpetual exchange (DEX) operating on its own Layer 1 blockchain, is currently grappling with significant security concerns after observing abnormal trading activities linked to North Korean hacker groups. дальше »

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Hyperliquid Labs debunks DPRK links, but experts are unsure

Hyperliquid Labs, the team behind HYPE’s $28 billion FDV token, refuted claims that North Korean hackers had infiltrated its layer-1 protocol. дальше »

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Hyperliquid Labs addresses reports of North Korean-linked activity on its protocol

Hyperliquid Labs denies DPRK wallet exploit allegations and reassures users of fund safety as HYPE token rebounds after a 25% drop. The post Hyperliquid Labs addresses reports of North Korean-linked activity on its protocol appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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North Korean Cybercriminals Escalate Crypto Theft to Record Levels in 2024

Сообщение North Korean Cybercriminals Escalate Crypto Theft to Record Levels in 2024 появились сначала на Coinstelegram.

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Hyperliquid (HYPE) gains at risk amid North Korean hackers’ threat

Hyperliquid (HYPE), a decentralized exchange (DEX) token, has seen a sharp 20% drop in price following reports of hacking activity linked to North Korean state-sponsored groups. After an impressive bull run earlier in the month, hitting an all-time high of $35. дальше »

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South Korea, US team up to craft new strategies against North Korean crypto heists: report

Efforts to counter cryptocurrency thefts allegedly linked to North Korea are gaining momentum as the US and South Korea collaborate to track stolen digital assets and curb malicious activity. According to reports, the partnership aims to develop tools to combat crypto-related crimes tied to North Korean hackers, who have reportedly stolen nearly $1.6 billion worth […] дальше »

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Hyperliquid’s TVL drops by $1 billion amid North Korean hacking fears

Hyperliquid, a layer-1 decentralized leveraged trading platform, saw its total value locked (TVL) plummet by over $1 billion in the past week. This drop follows reports of suspicious activity tied to North Korean hackers. дальше »

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HyperLiquid Sees Record $60M in USDC Flee as North Korea Said to Be Probing Perpetuals Exchange

North Korea-linked addresses, said to be possibly testing the exchange for weaknesses, have accrued losses exceeding $700,000, according to one observer. дальше »

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South Korea, US team up to craft new strategies against North Korean crypto heists: report

The U.S. and South Korea have reportedly partnered to develop tools aimed at countering North Korea-linked crypto thefts and tracking billions of dollars in stolen digital assets. The United States and South Korea are said to be working together to… дальше »

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Crypto hedge funds set records, Saylor proposes Bitcoin reserve, Riot Platform raises over $594m | Weekly Recap

Crypto hedge funds post exceptional returns, Riot secures massive funding, and North Korean hackers set new crypto theft records in today’s edition of the weekly recap. Hedge funds ride Bitcoin wave NFTs show resilience Saylor says… Tether’s AI ambitions and… дальше »

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$2.2 Billion Lost: Crypto Hacks Stolen Funds Surge 21% In 2024 – Report

This year, crypto hacks increased in the total value stolen and the number of attacks compared to last year. According to a recent report, the industry lost over $2 billion in the past 12 months, with over half of the funds allegedly being stolen by North Korean hackers. дальше »

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Hut 8 Bitcoin Holdings Now Over $1 Billion With Latest Buy

Major North American Bitcoin (BTC) mining company Hut 8 has further expanded its BTC holdings with a $100 million acquisition. This latest purchase has pushed the company’s total reserves to over 10,096 BTC, valued at more than $1 billion at current market prices. дальше »

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North Korean hackers stole $1.3B in crypto in 2024 — Chainalysis

Hackers connected to the reclusive nation whose entities are often targeted by US sanctions reportedly doubled the amount of crypto they stole in 2023. дальше »

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North Korean hacker steal $1.3 billion in crypto this year

Crypto thefts surged to $2. 2 billion in 2024, representing a 21% rise compared to the previous year. According to a Dec. 19 report by Chainalysis, this increase is closely tied to a growing wave of hacking activity, particularly by North Korean-linked cybercriminal groups. дальше »

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North Korean hackers stole $1.6b crypto this year

North Korea’s cyber operations hit new heights in 2024, with hackers linked to the regime stealing $1.6 billion in cryptocurrency, according to a report from Chainalysis.  This marks a sharp increase from the $660.5 million stolen in 2023 and underscores… дальше »

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US Cracks Down on North Korea’s Crypto-Fueled Money Laundering Network

According to the latest reports, the United States has made efforts to disrupt illicit crypto-related networks that support North Korea’s government, announcing sanctions against two individuals and one entity in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). дальше »

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