Darknet Diaries 94: Mariposa
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Jun 8, 2021 
Chris Davis, an IT security expert and founder of Hyas, shares gripping insights from his extensive career in stopping cyber threats. He delves into the fascinating story of a criminal who concealed his Bitcoin key, and explores the tumultuous journey of a high school dropout turned cyber sleuth. The discussion transitions to the intricacies of the Mariposa Botnet, detailing its impacts on cybercrime and the collaborative efforts to dismantle it. Davis emphasizes the constant battle against evolving cyber threats and the importance of accountability in the digital landscape.
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The Millionaire Inmate
- An online scammer was arrested in 2016 and had all his electronics seized.
- He hid the private key to his Bitcoin wallet, which is now worth a fortune.
Canadian Secrecy
- Canadian citizens generally trust their government's secretive intelligence work.
- Information about Canadian security services is often sealed for extended periods.
Meeting Curador
- After Curador's arrest, Chris Davis met him in Wales.
- Curador, an 18-year-old, seemed like a charming, nerdy kid from a small town.