North Korean Lazarus Group Blamed for $290 Million Kelp DAO Cryptocurrency Theft

North Korean hackers have been blamed for a $290 million cryptocurrency theft targeting Kelp DAO, marking the largest crypto heist of 2026 so far. The attack is attributed to the Lazarus Group, a cybercriminal organization linked to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). No specific technical details, such as attack vectors or compromised systems, were disclosed in the report. The incident underscores ongoing threats to decentralized finance platforms from state-sponsored actors. The theft occurred prior to April 20, 2026, though the exact date remains unconfirmed.