- High-frequency laundering via crypto bridges raises security concerns.
- $15 million lost in major hacks recently.
- Industry calls for enhanced cross-platform cooperation.
ZachXBT alerts about North Korean hackers’ use of cross-chain bridges for money laundering involving North Korean state-sponsored groups.
North Korean hackers are intensifying their use of cross-chain bridges to obscure stolen crypto, challenging market stability. Recent hacks have surged ether trading volume as exchanges collaborate to freeze illicit funds.
ZachXBT identified North Korean state-sponsored groups exploiting cross-chain bridges in a broader scheme to launder stolen funds. This method was notably linked to the Bybit breach. Increased scrutiny and cooperation between exchanges highlighted the pressing threat.
In response, the crypto community and exchanges have boosted vigilance. Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao, or CZ, noted, “They previously tried to launder through Binance and we froze his accounts. This time he used Huobi. We assisted [the] Huobi team to freeze his accounts. Together, 124 BTC have been recovered. CeFi helping to keep DeFi #SAFU!”
The hacks have crucial implications for Ethereum, driving a 4.71% price spike. A reactor resulted in a 51.51% surge in ether trading volume within 24 hours. The situation prompts discussions on regulatory improvements, with major exchanges leading the defense strategies.
Concern over North Korean schemes persists. Historical data highlights robust laundering operations via cross-chain protocols. Enhanced international regulatory collaboration is now advocated to counter these sophisticated financial techniques, ensuring system security and integrity.
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