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Can stolen crypto be recovered?
Blockchain investigator ZachXBT tracked the stolen $133 million, which was likely converted into cryptocurrency. While blockchain's transparency helps trace funds, recovering stolen crypto is incredibly difficult. Most digital assets are quickly laundered through various platforms, making seizure by authorities rare.
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