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Hackers steal $6.3 billion from Binance; North Korea suspected

October 31, 2026

Summary

Cryptocurrency exchange Binance experienced a $6.3 billion hack, the largest crypto theft on record, leading to suspended trading. Investigators suspect a North Korea-linked cybercrime group is responsible, with Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao seeking support from Elon Musk.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • $6.3 billion Binance hack likely work of North Korea, experts say

Center

  • Trump says US looking into Binance hack: 'We don't know' if North Korea responsible
  • Crypto giant Binance attempting to recover $6.3bn stolen in hack linked to North Korea
  • Trump Says US Looking at Whether Binance Hack Was By North Korea

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