North Korean tech workers have been quietly taking jobs at blockchain companies in the UK and Europe.
These workers use false identities to get hired, often posing as freelance developers. Their goal is to earn money for the North Korean government while staying under the radar.
According to an April 2 report from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), the number of North Korean tech workers targeting companies outside the United States is growing. With stricter background checks and better awareness in the US, these individuals are now looking elsewhere, especially in Europe.
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Jamie Collier, GTIG adviser, explained that North Korean workers are creating fake profiles and resumes to appear legitimate. Some even use degrees from European universities or say they live in countries like Slovakia.
In the UK, several blockchain projects unknowingly hired these workers. They have been found contributing to both basic websites and more advanced systems, including smart contracts built on networks like Solana
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These workers do not just blend in—they can access sensitive data. That puts companies at risk of losing important information or having it stolen. Collier warned that hiring such individuals could lead to problems like data leaks, code theft, or system disruptions.
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