North Korean hackers involved in $6.3 billion crypto theft from Binance: FBI

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has said North Korean hackers were involved in the theft of $6.3 billion worth of digital currency from Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, within a matter of minutes.

According to details released by the FBI, a North Korea-linked, state-backed hacking group called 'TraderTraitor' carried out the cyberattack on Binance. The FBI has called it the largest crypto theft in history.

Meanwhile, Binance has recovered 95 percent of the $6.3 billion worth of digital assets stolen in the hack. After recovering the funds, Binance said it is set to reopen withdrawal facilities for users.