đš US Gov Moves to Seize $2.67M in Crypto Assets from North Korean Hackers! đš
The U.S. government just made a decisive move, filing two complaints on October 4, 2024, to seize millions in digital assets tied to the infamous North Korean Lazarus Group. This high-stakes action follows several high-profile hacks that shook the crypto world.
Here's what you need to know:
đ° $1.7M in USDT seized from the 2022 Deribit hack ($28M stolen total).
đȘïž Hackers used Tornado Cash and Ethereum addresses to cover their tracks.
đ° $970K in BTC.b stolen from Stake.com in 2023, leaving them $41M in losses.
đ§ Lazarus Group is also linked to the $235M WazirX hack (July 2024) and has reportedly infiltrated 25+ crypto projects to loot funds.
â ïž FBI Warning: Watch out for social engineering scams like fake job offers! Lazarus hackers are using these tactics to steal personal data and crypto through malware.
đ Stay alert and protect your assets. The Lazarus Group isnât slowing down. What do you think about the government's response? Share, tip, or comment below!
