TRM Labs: North Korea hacks account for 85% of stolen crypto in 2026

North Korean hackers are responsible for the majority of stolen cryptocurrencies in 2026, according to data released by blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs. The country’s share of stolen digital assets has surged to 85% so far this year, a significant increase from just 7% in 2020. TRM Labs, a US-based blockchain analytics company, stated that North Korean hacking groups have targeted exchanges, bridges, and other crypto-related businesses with increasingly sophisticated attacks. Their activity has grown rapidly over recent years, both in overall value and proportion of global crypto thefts.

Source: CoinTurk News