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Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech
Crypto crime hit record highs in 2025, with illicit addresses receiving at least $154 billion — up 162% year over year.
This post Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman....
Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech
Crypto crime hit record highs in 2025, with illicit addresses receiving at least $154 billion — up 162% year over year.
This post Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Micah Zimmerman....
