Hacking

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It is the process of using a computer for manipulating another computer or computer system in an unauthorized manner. hacking is carried out for various ideological reasons and purposes like money laundering, terrorism, and sanctions evasion. Example: The notorious Lazarus Group that has stolen billions in cryptocurrency has been believed to be the North Korea hacking unit. The act possesses a specific importance in the study, design and exploitation of the cryptocurrencies as the basic premise of blockchain is to help the users opt out of the traditional system and its assets.

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