The FBI has attributed a recent $1.5 billion cryptocurrency theft to North Korean hacking group Lazarus. The heist has raised concerns about cybersecurity in the crypto space and its implications for global financial stability.
CROFAM SOCIAL NETWORK
Singapore – Hackers have successfully stolen $1.5 billion worth of cryptocurrency from the Bybit exchange, marking the largest digital asset theft in history.
What Happened?
• The attack compromised a “cold wallet”, typically considered one of the safest forms of storage.
• Bybit CEO Ben Zhou stated that the company is working with blockchain security firms to trace the stolen funds.
• Experts suspect state-sponsored hackers may be behind the attack.
Why It Matters:
The breach underscores the continued vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency exchanges and could trigger stricter global regulations on digital asset security.
Crofam Technology Alerts $1.5 Billion Stolen in Largest-Ever Cryptocurrency Heist
