The South Korean government announced sanctions against 15 North Korean individuals and one entity due to their involvement in illegal cyber activities, including cryptocurrency theft. According to Chainalysis, North Korean hackers stole $1.34 billion in cryptocurrency in 2024, accounting for 61% of the total amount stolen this year. These activities demonstrate the active involvement and sophisticated methods of North Korean hackers in the cryptocurrency field. Market observers believe that this sanction will help enhance the security and trustworthiness of the global cryptocurrency market.