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A social media platform used here to threaten publication of stolen data.
Why it's here
Placed in Assess: 1 article(s) of evidence from 1 source(s), led by security coverage, with 1 in the last 30 days. Confidence 24%. Low accumulated evidence, so it defaults conservatively pending more signal.
Evidence (1)
- 9Hacker News·10/20/2026securityFBI Investigates Links Between ShinyHunters and Ransom Negotiators
U.S. investigators are examining alleged ties between the ShinyHunters extortion group and executives at ransomware negotiation firms, including one in the U.S. suspected of helping run a pressure website for victims. The case also involves arrests and questioning tied to ShinyHunters communications, along with claims that the group stole highly sensitive FBI data and extorted more than $70 million this year.