G7 Warns Against North Korean Crypto Theft and Cybercrime

G7 leaders have renewed their call for joint action against North Korean cryptocurrency thefts and cybercrime.

The warning was issued at this week's G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. The leaders expressed 'deep concern' over North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.

Researchers have linked North Korea's crypto thefts to funding for the country's weapons programs, according to the United Nations.