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Crypto Crime Soared to $154 Billion in 2025 as Russia, North Korea, and Iran Exploit Blockchain Tech
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Crypto crime hit record highs in 2025, with illicit addresses receiving at least $154 billion — up 162% year over year. Crypto crime surged to unprecedented levels in 2025, fueled by a combination of nation-state activity, large-scale thefts, and increasingly professionalized.
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