The total amount of cryptocurrency stolen to date by North Korea-linked hacking groups is estimated at $6.75 billion (approximately 9.45 trillion won).
According to Chainalysis, North Korea-linked hacking groups stole $2.02 billion worth of cryptocurrency in 2025. This was a 51% increase from the previous year and the largest amount ever recorded, bringing their cumulative thefts to $6.75 billion.
North Korea-linked attacks have continued this year. TRM Labs estimated that approximately $643 million, or 66%, of the $972 million in global cryptocurrency hacking losses during the first half of 2026 stemmed from North Korea-related activity.
North Korea’s large-scale cryptocurrency thefts have continued to target exchanges and DeFi projects. Relevant institutions believe North Korea is using cyberattacks as a major means of securing foreign currency.