North Korean hackers are accused of stealing South Korean microchip tech secrets, leading to calls for increased cyber defenses by the National Intelligence Service (NIS) in Seoul. The NIS believes North Korea may be preparing to produce its own semiconductors due to procurement difficulties caused by sanctions.

Cybersecurity Industry Gains $1.7 Billion to Develop Cutting-Edge Protection Technologies
In April 2025, cybersecurity startups raised $1.7 billion, signaling a shift to proactive digital defense strategies amid escalating threats. Leading investments, particularly in AI-driven solutions,