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The story so far · 4 days, October 29 to November 2, 2026
One Turn followed this story across 4 editions, from Pyongyang, North Korea on October 29, 2026. Newest first.
The FBI blamed the Lazarus Group, which also hacked Bybit last year.
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North Korea rejected US claims it stole about $6.3 billion from Binance. Kim Yo Jong called it a grave provocation. Binance users have withdrawn at least $3.6 billion since withdrawals resumed.
Why it matters: It is the largest crypto theft on record and tests trust in exchanges.
Sources: BBC News, France 24, CNBC · See it on the globe
Rubio said Trump is ready to talk to Kim Jong Un, but no meeting is scheduled. North Korea called a joint sanctions statement a strategic failure. The US, South Korea and Japan pledged complete denuclearization.
Why it matters: Possible US-North Korea talks could shift security in East Asia.
Sources: Yonhap (Korean), Yonhap, Japan Times · See it on the globe
Kim Jong Un called for absolute superiority in drones and watched weapons tests. North Korea fired missiles and rockets. Foreign ministers of South Korea, the US and Japan reaffirmed denuclearization.
Why it matters: Regional tension rises while diplomacy continues.
Sources: Al Jazeera, Japan Times, Yonhap · See it on the globe
North Korea tested attack drones, cruise missiles and rocket launchers. Kim Jong Un called for 'absolute superiority.' Seoul says it will continue measures over September mine blasts at the border.
Why it matters: Tension on the Korean peninsula raises risks for Japan and the region.
Sources: France 24, Sky News, Yonhap · See it on the globe