Chainalysis reports an alarming increase in violent crimes related to cryptocurrency in Asia, with a notable shift in focus towards individual wallet holders. Crypto crimes have surpassed 2024 levels.
In the first half of 2025, over 2.17 billion USD in stolen assets was reported, driven mainly by the Lazarus Group’s record 1.5 billion USD hack of Bybit, marking the highest theft in crypto history.
As cybercriminals increasingly target individual wallets, they are employing sophisticated strategies, often leveraging AI tools. The trend toward physical violence in such thefts has become more prevalent, with 23.35% of incidents reported.
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