DOJ Investigates Ex-Ransomware Negotiator Over Extortion Kickbacks
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The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a former ransomware negotiator for their alleged involvement in extortion payment deals with ransomware groups. The suspect is a former employee of DigitalMint, a Chicago-based company specializing in incident response and digital asset services, including ransomware negotiation and facilitating cryptocurrency payments. The investigation focuses on allegations that the individual collaborated with ransomware gangs to profit from extortion payments.