Russia sentences REvil ransomware members to over 4 years in prison

October 25, 2024 at 03:04PM Russia has sentenced four REvil ransomware members to prison terms ranging from 4 to 6 years for malware distribution and illegal payment activities. Following a major cyberattack, international pressure led to their arrest by Russia’s FSB, which previously detained 14 gang members and seized $6.6 million. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more

Russia arrests US-sanctioned Cryptex founder, 95 other linked suspects

October 4, 2024 at 03:02PM Russian law enforcement detained nearly 100 suspects connected to the Cryptex cryptocurrency exchange, UAPS anonymous payment service, and other platforms for illegal payments and stolen credentials. The individuals were arrested for organizing criminal activities, illegal payment processing, and banking activities. They made over $1.1 billion in 2023 and were linked … Read more