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North Korea Denies Binance Accusation, Refuses Dialogue with Washington

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong has denied U.S. allegations of involvement in the Binance hack.

Updated: Nov 03, 2026, 10:34 PM GMT-3
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North Korea's Kim Yo Jong has denied U.S. allegations of involvement in the Binance hack.

North Korea has officially denied accusations from the United States regarding its alleged involvement in the $6 billion hack of Binance, a major cryptocurrency exchange. Kim Yo Jong, a prominent official in the North Korean government, labeled the allegations as a provocation aimed at undermining the country's reputation.

In her statement, Kim emphasized that North Korea would not engage in dialogue with Washington, further escalating tensions between the two nations. The refusal to communicate comes amid ongoing scrutiny of North Korea's cyber activities, which have been linked to various high-profile cybercrimes.

The U.S. has previously accused North Korea of using hacking as a means to fund its nuclear program, raising concerns about the implications of such cyber operations. Kim's remarks reflect a broader strategy of defiance against external pressures and accusations.

As the situation develops, analysts will be closely monitoring North Korea's responses and the potential impact on international relations, particularly with the United States.

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