North Korea is intensifying its efforts to infiltrate tech and cryptocurrency firms across Europe, primarily using fake identities to gain employment in the sector. Google Threat Intelligence Group reports a rise in DPRK-linked cyberattacks since their last report in September 2024, with individuals creating numerous personas to secure high-paying roles at tech and blockchain companies. This approach has led to targeted investigations of organizations within defense and government sectors across multiple European countries. The latest report reveals UK companies are being targeted by DPRK IT workers as they develop innovative projects like Solana smart contracts and a blockchain-based job marketplace using the MERN stack and Solana.