Crypto

Deutsche Welle Nov 13

US seizes servers linked to North Korean cryptocurrency scam

The US has taken action against a North Korean cryptocurrency scam, seizing servers involved in the theft of over $400 million. The US is also moving to recover $1.2 billion linked to Binance.

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BBC — World Nov 13

FBI reports North Korean hackers employed fake video calls in $400 million cryptocurrency theft

The FBI has revealed that North Korean hackers executed a $400 million cryptocurrency theft using a scheme called FaceStealer. This operation reportedly affected over 900 victims in the last 18 months through deceptive video calls.

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Washington Examiner Nov 12

DOJ Announces Action Against North Korean Cryptocurrency Theft Following Binance Heist

The DOJ has announced measures to combat North Korean cryptocurrency theft, particularly following a $6 billion heist from Binance. Federal authorities have frozen over $2.7 billion linked to this theft and are working to dismantle hacking operations. The FBI has also targeted a separate scheme called “FaceStealer,” which has reportedly stolen over $400 million through deceptive video meetings.

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TechCrunch Nov 07

Binance CFO Resigns Following Major Cryptocurrency Hack

The CFO of Binance has announced their departure to pursue a new venture, shortly after a $6.3 billion cryptocurrency hack. This resignation comes just over a week after the security breach affecting Binance users.

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The Verge Nov 03

Binance reports $6.3 billion crypto theft involved social engineering and malware

Binance has detailed a $6.3 billion crypto theft that involved social engineering tactics and malware. The incident began with a compromised installer downloaded by a developer and escalated through a fake job interview scheme targeting another engineer.

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The Hill Nov 03

Binance reports $6.3 billion hack linked to malicious code and fake job interview

On November 3, 2026, Binance reported a $6.3 billion hack attributed to a multi-stage campaign involving malicious software and a fake job interview. The FBI and analysts have linked the hackers to North Korea.

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NPR — Top Stories Nov 03

North Korean hackers deceive Binance engineer in significant cyber theft

North Korean cybercriminals executed a significant theft by deceiving a Binance engineer into believing he was in a job interview. This event highlights the ongoing risks of cybercrime within the cryptocurrency industry.

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Deutsche Welle Nov 03

North Korea refutes US allegations regarding Binance hack

North Korea has denied allegations from the FBI that its hackers stole more than $6 billion from Binance. The statement was made by Kim Yo Jong as Binance resumed withdrawals on multiple networks.

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BBC — World Nov 03

North Korea refutes allegations of involvement in $6.3 billion Binance hack

North Korea has denied allegations from US government agencies and cyber analysts that it was involved in the $6.3 billion hack of Binance. The hack is noted as one of the largest in cryptocurrency history.

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New York Times — Business Nov 01

Binance Reports $3.64 Billion in Withdrawals Amid Transaction Resumption

Binance reported $3.64 billion in outflows, which is 2.1 percent of its managed assets. The company announced it has resumed normal transactions after the withdrawals.

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PBS NewsHour Nov 01

FBI links North Korea to $6.3 billion Binance hack

The FBI has attributed the $6.3 billion hack of Binance to North Korea, linking it to the group TraderTraitor. This group was previously involved in a $1.5 billion hack of Bybit in 2025.

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TechCrunch Nov 01

Binance Restarts Withdrawals After $6.3 Billion Security Breach

Binance has resumed withdrawals after a significant security breach that led to the theft of $6.3 billion. The exchange reported recovering 95% of the stolen assets.

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The Verge Nov 01

FBI links North Korea to $6.3 billion Binance crypto theft

The FBI has identified North Korea as the perpetrator behind the $6.3 billion cryptocurrency theft from Binance on October 29th. The agency described the operation as 'TraderTraitor' and noted that the stolen tokens were being converted to Ethereum for laundering purposes.

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New York Post Nov 01

FBI attributes $6.3 billion Binance theft to North Korean hackers

The FBI has identified North Korean hackers as responsible for the theft of $6.3 billion from Binance, marking it as the largest cryptocurrency heist to date. The incident took place in a matter of minutes.

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Al Jazeera English Nov 01

FBI attributes $6.3 billion crypto heist to North Korea

The FBI has linked a $6.3 billion cryptocurrency heist to North Korea. Binance has indicated that it has compensated for 90 percent of the losses resulting from the incident.

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Deutsche Welle Nov 01

FBI links North Korea to $6 billion Binance cryptocurrency theft

The FBI has reported that North Korea is involved in the theft of $6 billion from Binance, attributing the cyber activity to a group named TraderTraitor. This group was also responsible for a $1.5 billion hack of Bybit in the previous year.

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The Hill Oct 31

Binance recovers 90% of assets stolen in recent hack

Binance reported that it has recovered 90% of the assets stolen in a $6.3 billion hack. The company suspended deposits and withdrawals after noticing fund movements from its wallets. Some firms have also frozen about $3 billion in assets linked to the hack.

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The Verge Oct 31

Binance CEO reports 90 percent of stolen assets have been replaced

Binance CEO [Name] announced that 90 percent of the $6.3 billion stolen from customers has been replaced. The company aims to cover the remaining 10 percent, which includes less liquid tokens. Withdrawals are currently paused but are expected to resume on Sunday.

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New York Times — Business Oct 31

Binance Reports $6.3 Billion Hack Involving Largest Amount in Crypto History

Binance has announced that $6.3 billion in funds are linked to a significant hack, which is being referred to as the largest in the cryptocurrency industry. This incident raises concerns about security in the crypto market.

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Axios Oct 31

North Korean Hackers Suspected in $6.3 Billion Crypto Theft

North Korean hackers are suspected of stealing $6.3 billion from Binance, utilizing advanced tactics and automation. Over $3 billion of the stolen assets have been frozen. The attack is linked to the TraderTraitor group, associated with the Lazarus Group. Experts note that North Korean hackers are becoming increasingly efficient in their operations.

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