The Bangladesh Bank Heist and Cybercrime Evolution

This chapter explores the dramatic 2016 cyber heist attempt at Bangladesh Bank, where hackers targeted the global SWIFT system to attempt stealing $951 million. It highlights the vulnerabilities in the bank's infrastructure, the complexities of cybersecurity, and the involvement of the notorious Lazarus Group. The narrative connects this incident to larger themes of international cybercrime and North Korea's shifting tactics in illicit activities.