Russian ransomware gang made as much as $500 million from cryptocurrency attacks last year

A new report reveals that Russian ransomware gangs could make as much as $500 million in cryptocurrency attacks by 2023. The reach of these Russian-speaking cybercriminals in ransomware, darknet markets, and illicit cryptocurrency trading is staggering. Analysis shows that many of these criminals operate within Russia, some have ties to Russian military intelligence and the Kremlin, and others actively use cryptocurrency to procure foreign equipment for Russia's war forces. (Forbes)