Black & White Path

Apr 10, 2026 · Blockchain

North Korean “Ghost” Developers Infiltrate DeFi: Multi‑Role Ops Across Multiple Projects

An investigation reveals that North Korean state‑linked developers, using fake identities and remote tooling, have simultaneously held senior roles in several Solana‑based DeFi projects, leading to a sudden 62% TVL drop in Stabble and exposing systemic vulnerabilities in the industry’s hiring and audit practices.