Syrian Hacker Behind Fake Tweet That Triggered $136 Billion Market Drop Gets 42 Months in Prison

A Syrian Electronic Army hacker has been sentenced to 42 months in prison by a US federal court for his involvement in a hacking conspiracy. The conspiracy targeted Western news outlets and was led by members of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's inner circle, including the commander of Syria's General Intelligence. The hacker, known online as Th3Pr0, played a role in the conspiracy, which included a fake tweet that triggered a significant market drop. The market drop resulted in a loss of $136 billion. The hacker, whose real name is Ahmad Umar Agha, has been held accountable for his actions in the conspiracy. The sentencing is a result of the US federal court's decision to punish Agha for his involvement in the hacking scheme.