U.S. Department of Justice Seizes $7.74 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to North Korea

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a significant step against North Korean illicit activities by seizing approximately $7.74 million in cryptocurrency. This seizure stems from an indictment targeting Sim Hyon Sop, a representative of the North Korea Foreign Trade Bank, who allegedly worked with IT employees to launder money obtained through these illegal operations.