Crypto Security: Consensys (MetaMask) temporarily halted product releases after a North Korea-linked consultant (“Tyler Knapp,” GitHub “imyugioh”) accessed core wallet code for about a month via a third-party hiring channel; the internal probe says no stolen assets, exposed data, malicious code, or user harm, but it’s a fresh warning that contractor screening is failing. Cybercrime Tactics: A separate report says DPRK-linked hackers used steganography in SVG images to hide malware payloads tied to fake job and coding lures, targeting developers and crypto wallets. Nuclear Diplomacy: A US-Saudi draft nuclear accord allowing uranium enrichment remains stuck awaiting Trump sign-off, with critics warning safeguards gaps could open a weapons path. Regional Tech-Politics: China’s top political adviser Wang Huning wrapped up talks in Pyongyang, signaling tighter party-to-party cooperation with DPRK. Domestic Mobilization: Kim Jong-un held photo sessions with women’s union members and construction/engineering unit soldiers, pushing loyalty and rural development-linked factory and facility building. Defense Tech Cost Debate: The US “Golden Dome” missile shield faces major price confusion, with estimates ranging from $175B to $1.2T over decades.