In this gripping episode of TheFraudExaminer, host Vijay Giri unpacks the world’s largest crypto theft — a $1.5 billion Ethereum heist by the North Korean Lazarus Group targeting the Bybit exchange.
Learn how this state-sponsored cybercrime was executed through social engineering, AWS exploits, and smart contract manipulation. Understand the money laundering tactics involving Tornado Cash, cross-chain bridges, and non-KYC platforms — and why this wasn’t just a theft, but a strategic move to fund nuclear weapons programs.
Whether you're a crypto investor or a curious citizen, this episode reveals:
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How the attack unfolded
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The role of cybersecurity failures
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How hackers vanish funds digitally
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What India and the world can learn from this
📌 Perfect for: Crypto users, cybersecurity enthusiasts, policy makers, and fraud control professionals.
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