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Hyperliquid Token Plunges 21% Amid Fears of Looming North Korea Hack

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North Korean hackers are targeting the decentralized finance (DeFi) project, Hyperliquid, in an attempt to exploit its security vulnerabilities. The hackers recently lost approximately $500,000 from a crypto wallet associated with a North Korean hacking group, which was likely a ploy to better understand Hyperliquid's weaknesses. Hyperliquid is a relatively new project with critical security vulnerabilities that make it a prime target for North Korean hackers. The project's native token, HYPE, has experienced explosive growth, reaching a market capitalization of over $11 billion. However, experts warn that the project's limited number of validators and potential access to personal devices by founders make it susceptible to attacks. North Korea's crypto hacking teams have a history of sophisticated infiltration methods, making this a cause for concern. While some developers and crypto users dismissed the warnings as a tactic to harm Hyperliquid's reputation, others believe that North Korean hackers may have already gained control of the protocol. The market has responded negatively, with HYPE's price crashing by nearly 23% and a significant net outflow of funds from the project.

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