North Korea’s Lazarus Group Steals $1.5 Billion From Bybit, Fueling Concerns Over Crypto Security

A recent cyberattack by the North Korean-linked Lazarus Group has resulted in a staggering $1.5 billion theft from cryptocurrency exchange Bybit. Investigations reveal that the group infiltrated firms globally using sophisticated tactics like fake identities and phishing scams. This incident highlights the growing threat of high-tech cybercrime, impacting cryptocurrency markets and prompting heightened scrutiny on cybersecurity measures worldwide.