North Korean Hackers Steal $2 Billion In Crypto In 2025

North Korean Hackers Steal $2 Billion In Crypto In 2025

North Korean Hackers Stole Over $2 Billion In Crypto So Far In 2025, Researchers Say Hackers linked to the North Korean government have reportedly stolen over $2 billion in crypto so far in 2025 , according to new research from blockchain analysis firm Elliptic . This staggering figure makes it the largest annual total on record , with three months still left in the year. Image Credits:Contributor / Getty Images A Record Year For North Korean Crypto Theft Elliptic revealed the findings in a blog post published Tuesday, calling the scale of theft “unprecedented.” The firm said the total comes from more than 30 separate hacks this year alone, showcasing North Korea’s growing focus on cryptocurrency as a source of illicit revenue. The previous record was in 2022, when North Korea’s hackers stole roughly $1.35 billion in digital assets. Since 2017, Elliptic estimates the regime’s cybercriminals have stolen at least $6 billion worth of crypto — though the actual figure could be even higher. “Attrib…