North Korean Hackers Suspected in $300 Million Crypto Heist, Largest of 2026
Summary
A $300 million cryptocurrency theft, suspected to be by North Korea's Lazarus Group, marks the largest crypto heist of 2026, targeting KelpDAO's vault via LayerZero's blockchain servers.
Key Points
- North Korean hackers are suspected of stealing nearly $300 million in cryptocurrency in 2026, the largest crypto heist this year.
- The breach targeted KelpDAO's vault through compromised blockchain servers hosted by LayerZero.
- The attack is linked to the Lazarus Group, a hacking group believed to fund North Korea's nuclear program.
- UN reports estimate that North Korea has stolen over $3 billion in cryptocurrency since 2017.
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