The US, Japan, and South Korea have issued a joint warning about the escalating threat of North Korean cryptocurrency hackers, notably the Lazarus Group, responsible for major cyber thefts like the $600 million Ronin network hack. In 2024 alone, North Korean hackers stole over $1.34 billion in digital assets, accounting for more than 61% of total crypto thefts this year. The three nations emphasize collaboration to combat these cybercrimes and prevent funding for North Korea's weapons programs.