Record $2.1 Billion Crypto Hacks in H1 2025 Driven by North Korean Actors

In the first half of 2025, hacking incidents resulted in a record $2.1 billion in losses, predominantly driven by North Korean actors. The primary methods involved social engineering and key compromises, accounting for 80% of crypto thefts during this period. Additionally, the average size of these hacks has doubled compared to 2024, indicating an escalation in both sophistication and scale of cybercriminal activities.