FBI: North Korea behind major crypto heist against Binance
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The American Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) believes that hackers from North Korea are behind a major theft from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance. The heist took place earlier this week and involved an amount of several billion kronor.
Crypto exchanges are companies that allow people to buy, sell and store digital currencies, such as bitcoin. Because these currencies exist on the internet, they can be difficult to protect against criminals. Binance is one of the largest companies in the field, and a theft of this magnitude is attracting considerable attention.
The FBI says the hackers come from North Korea. According to the agency, the country has for several years used cyberattacks to obtain money. The funds can be used to finance the state's activities despite international sanctions. North Korea has previously denied similar accusations.
It is still unclear how much of the money can be recovered and what consequences the heist will have for Binance and its customers. The FBI is continuing its investigation. The incident shows how important it is for companies that handle digital money to have strong protection against hackers.
Sources: Expressen
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