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FBI Arrests Founder of Ransomware Negotiation Firm
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The FBI has arrested the co-founder of a Canadian cybersecurity firm as part of an investigation into the ShinyHunters hacking group. This group is known for recently obtaining sensitive data on thousands of FBI agents. The arrest was made by FBI agents on Thursday. The cybersecurity firm in question specializes in ransomware negotiation. The investigation is ongoing, with multiple sources confirming the arrest. The firm's co-founder is connected to the ShinyHunters hacking group, which has been involved in high-profile data breaches.
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