North Korea rejects US cybercrime claims calling them absurd slander and denies weapons funding

Published on 4 May 2026

The US says billions in crypto fuel sanctions-hit programs

North Korea has dismissed US allegations that it commits cybercrimes to finance its weapons programs, calling the claims “absurd slander.” Washington says Pyongyang has stolen billions in virtual assets, a key revenue stream under sanctions, and the US Justice Department has prosecuted people tied to the multi-year scheme.

North Korea calls the US accusations “absurd slander”
US claims cyber theft funds weapons programs
Washington alleges billions in virtual assets were stolen
US Justice Department has prosecuted individuals in the scheme

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North Korea rejects US cybercrime claims calling them absurd slander and denies weapons funding

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