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Indonesian Authorities Arrest Alleged Hacker Over $400K Markets.com Crypto Theft

A local hacker in Indonesia was arrested for exploiting security flaws in Markets.com's system, resulting in a $398,000 cryptocurrency theft. The suspect faces charges under cybercrime and anti-money laundering laws, with potential penalties of up to 15 years in prison and fines reaching $900,000.

A local hacker in Indonesia was arrested for exploiting security flaws in Markets.com's system, resulting in a $398,000 cryptocurrency theft. The suspect faces charges under cybercrime and anti-money laundering laws, with potential penalties of up to 15 years in prison and fines reaching $900,000.

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