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COINDESK DAILY: North Korea Is Infiltrating the Crypto Industry; Diddy Hires Sam Bankman-Fried’s Appeal Lawyer
Oct 2, 2024
Sam Bankman-Fried, who is involved in a legal appeal regarding his past cryptocurrency ventures, joins Sean 'Diddy' Combs, a music mogul making waves with his recent legal maneuvers. They discuss the shocking infiltration of North Korean IT workers in the crypto space, revealing how firms unknowingly hire them under false pretenses. The conversation also highlights Diddy’s hiring of Bankman-Fried’s lawyer and the intricate ties between celebrity culture and the cryptocurrency world. It's a must-listen for anyone curious about these surprising intersections!
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- Crypto firms face severe security risks as they inadvertently hire North Korean IT workers using fake credentials, violating U.S. sanctions.
- Diddy is legally challenging his imprisonment with the same lawyer representing Sam Bankman-Fried, emphasizing ongoing legal complexities in the crypto industry.
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North Korea's Infiltration in the Crypto Sector
The podcast highlights a concerning trend where crypto firms unknowingly hire IT workers from North Korea, leading to significant security risks. Companies like Sushi, Yearn Finance, and Cosmos Hub reported that they were misled into employing these individuals, who used fake identification and impressive credentials. This infiltration has resulted in multi-million dollar hacks and potential legal repercussions for the firms, as hiring North Korean workers violates U.S. sanctions. An alarming estimate suggests that over 50% of job applicants in the crypto industry may originate from North Korea, posing serious challenges for sector integrity.
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