G7 May Address North Korea’s Crypto Thefts at June Summit
- The G7 leaders will meet in mid-June 2025 in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada to discuss North Korea’s increasing crypto thefts.
- This focus arises from North Korea’s long-standing hacking operations since 2014, which have escalated, notably with the $1.5 billion Bybit hack in 2025.
- The North Korea-linked Lazarus Group has carried out numerous sophisticated crypto attacks, contributing to over $1.34 billion stolen in 2024 across 47 incidents and $1.74 billion lost in early 2025.
- The White House and experts warn stolen crypto funds are used to support North Korea’s nuclear weapons programs and to bypass sanctions, complicating global security.
- The summit may lead to enhanced international cooperation on cybersecurity frameworks, workforce vetting, and information sharing to counteract North Korea’s digital threats.
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