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North Korean cybercriminals linked to largest-ever cryptocurrency heist
Blockchain intel firm tied DPRK actors to $1.5B theft from Bybit exchange with expert noting attack’s ‘sophistication’
February 24, 2025
OpenAI bans dozens of accounts tied to North Korean IT workers’ fake job schemes
Workers used AI tools to make job applications and online personas as well as to complete tasks when they landed jobs
February 24, 2025
North Korean soldiers adjust tactics after reentering combat in Kursk
Ukrainian platoon commander says troops are exercising more caution and have reduced size of their assault groups
February 21, 2025
IAEA chief calls for engagement with North Korea amid nuclear arsenal concerns
He also urged for agency to establish presence in country as new DPRK sanctions monitoring body met for first time
February 21, 2025
US deploys B-1B bomber in joint air drills with ROK amid North Korean threats
Strategic bomber's first deployment under Trump administration aims to enhance deterrence and allied interoperability
February 20, 2025
South Korea willing to accept North Korean prisoners of war from Ukraine
Foreign ministry stated ROK is willing to provide protection and support after DPRK soldier expressed hope to defect
February 19, 2025
South Korean officials avoid jail for forced repatriation of DPRK fishermen
Prosecutors had sought 3-5 years prison time for four Moon administration officials’ involvement in 2019 repatriation
February 19, 2025
Trump talks North Korean deaths in Ukraine for first time as US, Russia meet
Washington, Moscow initiate peace talks as Kyiv says it successfully destroyed DPRK artillery system in ongoing conflict
February 19, 2025
Cyberattack surge on unification ministry raises fears over DPRK-related data
However, despite threefold increase of attempted cyberattacks in 2024, South Korean ministry says no damage reported
February 19, 2025
North Korea to reopen to Chinese tourists as Pyongyang marathon revival looms
Beijing-based travel agency offers 'time-travel' experience to Rason while calling on athletes to pre-register for race
February 19, 2025
