Hacked The $1.5 Billion Crypto Heist & Vibe Coding Beats Big Tech Interviews
Mar 16, 2025
Dive into the jaw-dropping $1.5 billion crypto heist orchestrated by the notorious Lazarus Group, exposing shocking vulnerabilities in security. The discussion creatively weaves together heist movie references with the complexities of modern cybercrime. Explore the stark contrasts between crypto thefts and traditional financial crimes, while examining innovative solutions like Remitly. The impact of AI on coding interviews raises questions about the future for developers. Plus, discover a game-changing AI tool that enhances coding efficiency.
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Bybit Heist
- Bybit, a cryptocurrency exchange, suffered a $1.5 billion Ethereum breach in February 2025.
- Attackers exploited software and human trust using a "Trojan transaction."
Heist Magnitude
- North Korea's GDP is about $23 billion, making the $1.5 billion heist roughly 6%.
- Stealing 6% of the US GDP would amount to $1.6 trillion.
Plot Twist Attack
- Attackers socially engineered a SafeWallet developer to download malware called Plot Twist.
- This gave access to Bybit’s cold wallet via a compromised Docker application.