paroolSep 28, 2026, 17:07

Amsterdam man (24) arrested in ShinyHunters hacking case, previously made crypto fortune through extortion

A 24-year-old Amsterdam man has been arrested for suspected ties to the hacking group ShinyHunters, which is responsible for major global data breaches. The suspect had only recently been released from prison for previous cybercrimes including ransomware and multi-million euro money laundering.

A 24-year-old man from Amsterdam has been arrested for his alleged involvement with the international hacking collective ShinyHunters, which is linked to massive data breaches targeting companies like Ticketmaster, Pornhub, and the Dutch telecommunications firm Odido. This recent arrest follows the man's release earlier this year after serving a prison sentence for previous cybercrimes, including extortion, ransomware attacks, and money laundering.

During his prior conviction in late 2023, the court described the suspect as highly professional and calculated. He had previously used sophisticated ransomware to target a healthcare facility and extorted various businesses for hundreds of thousands of euros. Despite defense claims of mental health struggles at the time of his earlier offenses, he was found fully responsible for his actions. Authorities have not provided specific details regarding his current detention, as he is being held under strict limitations while awaiting a court appearance to determine if his custody will be extended.

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