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Protecting the Virtual Asset Industry from DPRK
Exploitation and Disrupting DPRK Revenue Generation:

     A Joint U.S.-ROK Symposium


August 27, 2024 | New York City, USA | Symposium 

*Registration is now officially closed.

 

OVERVIEW

The U.S. Department of State and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea will hold a symposium to convene government regulators, law enforcement, and representatives of virtual asset service providers (VASPs), decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, and blockchain technology companies from around the world to discuss ways industry and governments can more effectively identify and disrupt DPRK virtual asset thefts and laundering activities. During the event, U.S. and ROK government officials and private sector experts in blockchain tracing, virtual asset sanctions compliance, and cybersecurity will provide participants with an overview of DPRK cyber operations targeting VASPs and DeFi platforms, case studies of recent DPRK virtual asset laundering , and guidance on how best to identify, report, freeze, and otherwise degrade the DPRK’s capabilities to move and use stolen cryptocurrencies. The U.S. and ROK seek to improve government to government and public/private sector information sharing and collaboration to more effectively constrain DPRK revenue generation activities involving virtual assets in support of the regime’s WMD and ballistic missile programs.


DRAFT SYMPOSIUM AGENDA 

08:30-09:00  Registration and Coffee 

09:00-09:15  Opening Remarks 

09:15-09:35  DPRK Virtual Asset (VA) Thefts: Funding the Development of WMD 

09:35-10:35  Analytic Panel on Case Studies of DPRK Cryptocurrency Heists, Laundering, and Liquidation 

10:35-10:45  Coffee Break 

10:45-11:15  DPRK Virtual Asset Cashout Tactics and Risks to VASPs and Financial Institutions 

11:15-11:45  Strengthening Cyber Defenses Against DPRK Intrusions and Thefts 

11:45-13:00  Lunch 

13:00-13:45  Law Enforcement Panel and Q+A on Disrupting DPRK VA Laundering  

13:45-14:30  Regulatory Panel and Q+A on Sanctions and DPRK VA Revenue
Generation  

14:30-14:45  Coffee Break 

14:45 -16:00  Industry Panel and Q+A on Successes, Challenges, and Innovations in Identifying and Preventing DPRK VA Laundering  

16:00-16:15  Opportunities for Future Engagement and Assistance  

16:15-16:30  Closing Remarks  


EVENT DETAILS 

When:   August 27, 2024 

Where:  New York Hilton Midtown    
             1335 Sixth Avenue
             New York, New York, 10019, USA 

Format: This in-person symposium will feature live presentations, moderated discussions, and Q&A opportunities. Participation is encouraged. Attendees must adhere to the Chatham House Rule: information can be used, but the identity and affiliation of speakers and attendees must remain confidential.

Zoom Option: Attendees can also join via Zoom if unable to attend the symposium in-person. Please indicate your participation preference in the registration section.


WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

Eligible Positions:  

  • Government regulators and law enforcement officials
  • Representatives of virtual asset service providers (VASPs)
  • Representatives of decentralized finance platforms (DeFi)
  • Representatives of blockchain technology companies


REGISTRATION, FEES, AND LOGISTICS 

This is an invitation-only event. Early registration is highly encouraged as seats are limited. The symposium is free of charge for participants. Accepted applicants will receive an email confirmation and event details following the registration period.

For questions, registration issues, or accessibility accommodations, please contact Mr. Daniel Choi at dchoi@crdfglobal.org.