Crypto Hacks Surge in 2025: $2.1 Billion Stolen in

Crypto thefts hit $2.1B in H1 2025, with 80% from infrastructure attacks and North Korea linked to 70% of stolen funds, says TRM Labs.

High-profile hacks like Nobitex reveal rising geopolitical cyber threats as TRM urges stronger defenses across the crypto industry.

The crypto industry is facing a security crisis in 2025. In just the first half of the year, hackers have stolen over $2.1 billion across 75 incidents, according to a new report from TRM Labs, marking a 50% increase from previous years.

Crypto Thefts Skyrocket in 2025

TRM Labs highlighted that infrastructure attacks—including private key thefts, seed phrase breaches, and front-end hijacks—accounted for over 80% of the stolen funds. These attacks were often ten times larger than other exploit types and typically enabled by social engineering or insider access.

“These breaches expose critical weaknesses at the foundation of cryptosecurity,” said TRM Labs.

North Korea Behind $1.6 Billion in Crypto Hacks

The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has been linked to a staggering $1.6 billion in stolen crypto this year—about 70% of the total. The largest hack was reportedly on , a Dubai-based exchange, pushing the average hack size to $30 million in 2025, double the $15 million average in 2024.

North Korea continues to exploit crypto markets to evade international sanctions, making it one of the most dangerous state actors in the digital asset space.

Israeli Hacker Linked to $100M Nobitex Breach

In another shocking case, Nobitex, an Iranian exchange, lost $100 million in crypto during a coordinated attack in June 2025. Investigations revealed that the hack was led by Israeli cybercriminal Gonjeshke Darande, highlighting how geopolitical tensions are now directly impacting crypto security.

How Crypto Companies Can Protect Themselves

TRM Labs outlined several key steps to combat these growing threats:

Cold storage for user funds

Multi-factor authentication (MFA)

Regular security audits

Insider threat detection systems

Social engineering countermeasures

Transparent communication with users

With crypto hacks becoming more frequent and severe, platforms must act quickly. From wallet breaches to exchange exploits, the global crypto ecosystem is under pressure. As high-stakes actors like North Korea and Israel-based groups intensify their attacks, implementing robust security frameworks is no longer optional—it’s essential.