US Seizes $30 Million in Crypto Stolen by North Korean Hackers Linked to Lazarus Group
In a landmark victory against cybercrime and state-sponsored hacking, the United States has successfully seized over $30 million in cryptocurrency pilfered by North Korean-linked hackers. This major operation targets the infamous Lazarus Group, known for their sophisticated cyberattacks and cryptocurrency theft, particularly from the popular online game Axie Infinity.
8 de sept. de 2025 (Reuters) - The United States has seized over $30 million in cryptocurrency stolen by North Korean-linked hackers Lazarus from the popular online game Axie Infinity.
This recovery represents a significant blow to North Korea's efforts to fund its illicit activities through stolen cryptocurrency. The collaborative effort between law enforcement and private sector companies proved instrumental in tracking and recovering the stolen assets. 9 de sept. de 2025 Law enforcement agencies and cryptocurrency organizations have recovered more than $30 million worth of cryptocurrency stolen by North Korean-linked hackers in.
9 de sept. de 2025 More than $30 million worth of cryptocurrency plundered by the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group from online video game Axie Infinity has been recovered, marking the. The recovery highlights the increasing sophistication of blockchain analysis and the commitment of authorities to combating cryptocurrency-related crime.
8 de sept. de 2025 The company said in a blog post it played a role in the recovery with U.S. law enforcement and other crypto organizations, without naming them, in the first ever recovery of. This collaboration demonstrates the power of public-private partnerships in disrupting criminal networks operating in the digital realm.
9 de sept. de 2025 This marks the first time ever that cryptocurrency stolen by a North Korean hacking group has been seized, according to blockchain data platform Chainalysis. This unprecedented seizure sends a strong message that cryptocurrency is not a safe haven for criminal proceeds, and that international cooperation can effectively dismantle even the most sophisticated cybercrime operations.
8 de sept. de 2025 The FBI and private investigators have seized about $30 million worth of cryptocurrency stolen by North Korean government-linked hackers from a video game. The success of this operation underscores the importance of continued investment in cybersecurity infrastructure and collaboration between governments, law enforcement agencies, and the cryptocurrency industry to protect against future attacks.
This seizure is a significant step forward in the fight against North Korean cybercrime and demonstrates the growing capabilities of law enforcement to track and recover stolen cryptocurrency. It serves as a warning to cybercriminals that their actions will not go unpunished and that the global community is committed to holding them accountable.