Asia has a violent crypto crime problem, Chainalysis H1 2025 report
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jul 17 2025Record Crypto Theft in 2025: The first half of 2025 has already seen over $2.17 billion stolen from crypto services, surpassing the total for all of 2024, with the Bybit hack linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group being the largest individual incident recorded.
Shift in Targeting Strategies: Cybercriminals are increasingly focusing on individual wallet holders rather than major platforms due to improved security measures, employing refined methods including physical violence and AI tools for phishing and identity theft.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
