The individuals and entities have been involved in defrauding U.S. businesses.
The State Department announced sanctions against two entities and six individuals involved in operations using Information Technology (IT) workers in foreign countries to generate revenue for the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea’s (DPRK) government.
State Department Spokesperson Tommy Piggott explained, “These government-orchestrated schemes systematically defraud U.S. businesses and direct the illicit proceeds toward the DPRK’s weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and ballistic missile programs.”
He added, “DPRK-facilitated IT teams commonly use fraudulent documentation, stolen identities, and fabricated personas to conceal their true identities and gain employment with legitimate companies worldwide.”
The State Department’s Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team reported, “Revenue derived from the DPRK’s cryptocurrency heists and overseas IT worker operations funds its unlawful WMD and ballistic missile programs. This illicit revenue generation threatens American citizens, international security, and the global digital economy.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary of State Marco Rubio to be discerning as he assesses international commerce, trade, and employment related to hostile nations.
- For Principal Deputy Spokesperson Pigott as he reports actions and decisions in the State Department.
- For the security of U.S. diplomats as they serve in American embassies around the world.
Sources: Department of State
