- US offers $10M bounty for North Korean hacker tied to attacks on NASA, hospitals
- North Koreans use VPNs, love Apple and stay up late to browse web: Report
- US blacklists Chinese nationals for supporting North Korean weapons programs
- Linked by Russia, North Korea and Belarus vow ‘new era’ of bilateral ties
North Korea expands factories making anti-tank missiles Russia reportedly wants
Major construction also underway on new underground facilities near weapons plants that could be used for storage
July 26, 2024
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
State media review: North Korea salutes its ‘victory’ in Korean War to bash US
An in-depth analysis of Victory Day propaganda, tourism policies, letters to foreign friends and a camp for Russian kids
North Korea upgrading over 10 weapons factories in sweeping production push
NK Pro uncovers construction at facilities for missiles, launchers and more as DPRK focuses on deterrence and arms sales
Going for gold: What North Korea stands to gain from hacking the Olympics
While Russia remains biggest threat, experts say DPRK could use Games to raise funds and make its mark on global stage
What North Korea’s inflated grain prices reveal about persistent food insecurity
Surging food prices have increased economic pressures on households, even as incomes have dropped since before pandemic
Fabric and wigs top North Korean exports again as Chinese outsourcing continues
Meanwhile, imports of construction materials in June may point to effort to renovate tourism facilities, expert says
North Korea-linked hackers steal millions from India’s largest crypto exchange
Blockchain analysis firm’s report reveals WazirX lost $235 million of funds in theft that expert says was unprecedented
State media review: North Korea demands officials prepare for monsoon rains
An in-depth review of inclement seasonal weather, plenum follow-ups and condemnation of Japan-Germany ‘nexus’
What the US charges against Sue Mi Terry mean for North Korea policymakers
Indictment of DPRK expert spotlights extent of influence ops in Washington, but it may just be the tip of the iceberg
North Korean cybercriminals posing as employers to spread new MacOS malware
Researcher says new phishing campaign cloned website for video call app to trick jobseekers into infecting themselves
Why an ROK lawmaker floated military strikes on North Korean balloon launches
The proposal has raised concerns about escalation risks, but experts say both sides know the option is unrealistic
Bricks in the wall: How North Korean textbooks indoctrinate support for regime
DPRK’s messages can shape defector resettlement in ROK, encouraging engagement but hampering understanding of democracy
Russia has shipped 130K tons of coal to North Korea overland since April: Report
Deliveries are first via border bridge since 2021, following Russian firm’s restart of coal transshipment through Rason
State media review: North Korea mourns one Kim leader, while glorifying another
An in-depth analysis of Kim Il Sung death memorials, a letter to Iran’s president, a worker’s confession and more
North Korean hackers put Japan in crosshairs with new phishing attacks
Known for targeting Seoul, Kimsuky expands focus to Tokyo in possible attempt to steal info on Japan’s foreign policy
How North Korea could steal from China’s playbook to assert its maritime claims
Gray zone tactics ranging from air intrusions to cyberattacks enable DPRK to menace near border without firing a shot
Why Russia’s designs on North Korean rare-earth metals probably won’t pan out
Reports suggest DPRK has vast reserves of critical tech component, but closer analysis unearths reasons to be skeptical
At plenum, Kim Jong Un forces out elderly officials to make way for new blood
North Korean leader could rely on new cadres for years, while other changes signal new line on enforcing social control
North Korea using Chinese machines to make weapons at new factory, photos show
Over dozen Chinese-made CNC machines visible during Kim Jong Un’s recent visit, despite sanctions against their import
Cyber giants unite: How the North Korea-Russia treaty amplifies cyber threats
Two sides specialize in different types of cyberattacks and could work together to further their geopolitical goals
State media review: North Korean officials ditch Kim Jong Un badges after plenum
An in-depth analysis of the purpose of the new pins, a Vietnamese delegation visit and criticism of US cluster bombs
ANALYSIS & REPORTS
State media review: North Korea salutes its ‘victory’ in Korean War to bash US
An in-depth analysis of Victory Day propaganda, tourism policies, letters to foreign friends and a camp for Russian kids
North Korea upgrading over 10 weapons factories in sweeping production push
NK Pro uncovers construction at facilities for missiles, launchers and more as DPRK focuses on deterrence and arms sales
Going for gold: What North Korea stands to gain from hacking the Olympics
While Russia remains biggest threat, experts say DPRK could use Games to raise funds and make its mark on global stage
What North Korea’s inflated grain prices reveal about persistent food insecurity
Surging food prices have increased economic pressures on households, even as incomes have dropped since before pandemic
LATEST ANALYSIS
- 01North Korea expands factories making anti-tank missiles Russia reportedly wants
- 02State media review: North Korea salutes its ‘victory’ in Korean War to bash US
- 03North Korea upgrading over 10 weapons factories in sweeping production push
- 04Going for gold: What North Korea stands to gain from hacking the Olympics
- 05What North Korea’s inflated grain prices reveal about persistent food insecurity
- 06State media review: North Korea demands officials prepare for monsoon rains
- 07What the US charges against Sue Mi Terry mean for North Korea policymakers
- 08Why an ROK lawmaker floated military strikes on North Korean balloon launches
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