Leaked chats show Russian extortion gang sending ‘agents’ into US law firms

A Russian extortion gang has been tracked through leaked chats, where members discuss their victims and negotiate large payments. The chats also reveal the gang's use of operatives based in the US, referred to as "agents", to carry out their activities. These agents appear to be directed by the gang, suggesting a level of coordination and control. The leaked chats provide insight into the gang's inner workings, including their targeting of US law firms. The gang's activities involve tracking multiple victims and haggling over payments, with some payments reaching into the millions. The leaked chats offer a glimpse into the gang's operations and tactics.