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🚀 South Korean Authorities Arrest Suspect in Cryptocurrency Theft Case

Authorities in South Korea have apprehended the first suspect connected to the theft of cryptocurrency from the National Tax Service. According to NS3.AI, the incident occurred following a security breach caused by the accidental disclosure of a mnemonic code in a government press release. Law enforcement is actively pursuing a second suspect believed to be involved in the case.

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🚀 South Korea Considers External Custodian for Seized Cryptocurrency After Security Breach

South Korea's National Tax Service is evaluating the use of an external professional custodian for managing seized cryptocurrency following a security breach that led to the theft of approximately 6 billion won. According to NS3.AI, the incident transpired when the agency inadvertently disclosed a mnemonic code in a press release concerning virtual assets confiscated from high-value delinquent taxpayers. The National Assembly is currently assessing the agency's response to the breach, while law enforcement authorities are actively working to trace the stolen assets.

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