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South Korea Hit by Wave of AI-Driven Cyberattacks on Financial Institutions

Aarav SharmaSource: techcrunch.com

Wednesday, October 28, 2026Updated 19h ago

South Korea Hit by Wave of AI-Driven Cyberattacks on Financial Institutions — South Korea Hit by Wave of AI-Driven Cyberattacks on Financial InstitutionsSource: techcrunch.com

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A series of cyberattacks has targeted South Korea's financial institutions, including brokerages and a crypto exchange, exposing customer data and raising concerns about the country's cybersecurity. The attacks, linked to a suspected China-based hacker, have prompted the financial regulator to call for stronger measures and security checks on private sector IT systems. Authorities are investigating the root cause of the breaches.

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