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North Korean Hackers Linked to $388M Bitget Crypto Exchange Theft: CEO
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Fusion42 · 26 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Crypto exchange Bitget confirmed a $388 million hack linked to North Korean hackers, exposing significant risks in cryptocurrency custody and security.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 7 sources have reported it between 25 Sep 2026 and 26 Sep 2026.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
You face tougher scrutiny and compliance demands as nation-state hackers target crypto exchanges. Now is the time to harden your security and prepare for stricter regulations in fintech.
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7 sources · first reported 25 Sep 2026 · latest 26 Sep 2026
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