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North Korean Hackers Linked to Crypto Thefts Among World's Best, Experts Say

North Korean hackers are linked to cryptocurrency thefts, with experts describing their cybercrime as a 'global problem.' A US State Department spokesman echoed this assessment, highlighting the international scope of the threat. The reports, published by The Hindu and Reuters, do not specify victims, methods, or the scale of the thefts.

The Hindu reported that North Korean hackers are among the world's most skilled in cybercrime, with experts stating that their activities are a 'global problem.' A US State Department spokesman was quoted as saying the same. Reuters published a similar headline but did not include the quote from the State Department. Both outlets confirmed the link between North Korean hackers and cryptocurrency thefts, though they did not provide specific figures, incidents, or targets.

Where Sources Diverge

The Hindu and Reuters both report the same headline and general content, but the Hindu includes a quote from a US State Department spokesman.

the-hindu

A US State Department spokesman said North Korean cybercrime is a 'global problem'.

reuters

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say.

The Hindu and Reuters both report the same headline and general content, but the Hindu includes a quote from a US State Department spokesman.

the-hindu

A US State Department spokesman said North Korean cybercrime is a 'global problem'.

reuters

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say.

The Hindu and Reuters both report the same headline and general content, but the Hindu includes a quote from a US State Department spokesman.

the-hindu

A US State Department spokesman said North Korean cybercrime is a 'global problem'.

reuters

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say.

The Hindu and Reuters both report the same headline and general content, but the Hindu includes a quote from a US State Department spokesman.

the-hindu

A US State Department spokesman said North Korean cybercrime is a 'global problem'.

reuters

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say.

Sources

IndependentThe HinduOct 31, 08:07 AM
North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say

A US State Department ‌spokesman said North Korean cybercrime is a “global problem”

WireReutersOct 30, 11:17 PM
North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say - Reuters

North Korean hackers linked to crypto thefts among world's best, experts say  Reuters