North Korean hackers have intensified their crypto theft activities in 2024, stealing an estimated $1.34 billion across 47 incidents, a 102.88% increase from 2023. This surge accounts for 61% of all global crypto thefts, with a notable rise in high-value hacks exceeding $50 million. Despite a slowdown in the latter half of the year, the overall scale of North Korean cybercriminal operations remains significant, with decentralized finance platforms being the primary targets early in the year.
