Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast

Dark Web Criminal Extorts Celebrities, Makes Millions & Shares Legal Loopholes

Dec 20, 2024
Ryan Magin, an expert in online entrepreneurship and social media, dives into the shadowy corners of the web where hustling flourishes. He discusses the audacious personal strategy behind registering and reselling celebrity Twitter handles and how he navigated legal loopholes for profit. Ryan shares riveting stories of street racing thrills, the quirks of prison life, and the challenges of balancing online fame with real-life consequences. Tune in for a mix of dark web exploits, marketing misadventures, and personal transformation!
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ANECDOTE

Exploiting Twitter Handles

  • Ryan used to register Twitter handles of celebrities and sell them back for profit.
  • He made approximately $7,000 to $10,000 in about six months doing this.
ADVICE

Monetize Your Skills

  • Identify a skill you have that can be monetized online.
  • Focus on building a network and providing services that leverage that skill for others.
ANECDOTE

Hurricane Viral Surge

  • Ryan capitalized on Hurricane Milton by posting updates and garnered over 30 million views in 24 hours.
  • His content was timely and relevant, showing the power of situational engagement.
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