ransomware
Ryuk operator pleads guilty; Blackcat/AlphV conspirator gets nearly 6-year sentence
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Summary
Two major ransomware figures have been brought to justice in separate U.S. court cases. Karen Vardanyan, a Ryuk ransomware operator, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and computer fraud, while Angelo Martino, a ransomware negotiator, received a prison sentence for aiding the Blackcat/AlphV gang. These cases highlight ongoing efforts to combat ransomware operations and the individuals involved.
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