Prosecutors Return 80% of Stolen BTC to Bitfinex

by Giorgi Kostiuk

2 years ago

The US prosecutors plan to return 80% of the 119,754 BTC withdrawn during the 2016 Bitfinex hack. This marks a major step in fund recovery.

Significant Restitution for Bitfinex

Prosecutors noted that Bitfinex is the main victim, which simplifies the restitution process. This aligns with US laws that allow returning stolen assets to victims.

Challenges With Remaining Funds

While a substantial portion of Bitcoin is set for return, challenges arise with the remaining 25,000 BTC. These funds are partially laundered through various platforms, complicating their recovery.

Legal Consequences for Hackers

Lichtenstein and Morgan, organizers of the theft of nearly 120,000 BTC, were apprehended in 2022. Lichtenstein pleaded guilty and received a five-year sentence, while Morgan, also known as RazzleKhan, received 18 months.

This fund recovery operation underscores authorities' commitment to tackling cybercrimes in the crypto sector. Further updates on the seizure process for the remaining funds are expected.

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