South Korea sanctions 15 North Koreans linked to cryptocurrency hacking funding nuclear programs, emphasizing ongoing cyber threats.

South Korea has imposed sanctions on North Korean crypto hackers and IT workers to prevent the country from funding its weapon programs through cybercrime. South Korea’s sanctions South Korea imposed sanctions on North Korea due to crypto hackers and IT workers.

Cyber Crimes Fueling Dangerous Weapons South Korea has taken firm action to counter North Korea’s alarming use of illegal cyber activities. On Thursday, the South Korean government announced sanctions on 15 individuals and one organization for their roles in funding North Korea’s nuclear and missile programs.

Washington, United States The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Japan’s National Police Agency have said that a North Korean hacking group, TraderTraitor, stole cryptocurrency worth $308 million from Japan-based exchange DMM Bitcoin earlier this year in May.