North Korean's 100k fake IT workers net $500M a year for Kim

🤑 North Korean IT Workers' $500M Fake Job Scam




North Korean IT workers are posing as remote employees to rake in around $500 million annually, funding Kim Jong-un's regime. They infiltrate companies by using stolen identities, then carry out tasks like software development and IT support. This illicit operation not only deceives employers but also bolsters North Korea's economy.

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🤑 North Korean IT Workers' $500M Fake Job Scam




North Korean IT workers are posing as remote employees to rake in around $500 million annually, funding Kim Jong-un's regime. They infiltrate companies by using stolen identities, then carry out tasks like software development and IT support. This illicit operation not only deceives employers but also bolsters North Korea's economy.
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