Lazarus Group Moves $1.12M in Bitcoin, Holdings Drop to $1.16B

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March 20, 2025 7:45 PM

In Brief:
Lazarus Group transferred 12.929 BTC ($1.12M) to a new address 34 minutes ago.
The hacker group’s total Bitcoin holdings now stand at 14,344 BTC ($1.16B), according to Arkham data.

The North Korean hacker group Lazarus has made another large Bitcoin transaction, moving 12.929 BTC ($1.12M) to a new wallet. The group, known for its cyberattacks on exchanges and DeFi platforms, continues to shift funds, raising concerns over sanctions evasion and illicit activities.

Despite the latest transfer, Lazarus still holds 14,344 BTC ($1.16B), maintaining a large crypto war chest. Authorities and blockchain analysts continue to track these movements, watching for potential laundering or liquidation attempts.

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