North Korean-linked hackers steal about $290 million in crypto, firm reports

A cryptocurrency heist over the weekend is attributed to North Korean-linked hackers, who reportedly stole about $290 million in digital assets from the KelpDAO exchange, according to multiple crypto platforms.

A blockchain technology firm said the attackers are likely behind the theft, noting the weekend incident involved hundreds of millions in cryptocurrency.

The disclosures came from a blockchain firm and multiple platforms, underscoring ongoing concerns about security in crypto markets and the risk of state-linked cybercrime targeting digital assets.