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Alleged hacker arrested over leak that exposed GTA Online's daily revenue
Dutch police have arrested a 24-year-old cybersecurity professional, identified as Pepijn van der Stap, in connection with the ShinyHunters hacking group. This group is accused of leaking confidential Grand Theft Auto Online revenue figures, which revealed the game generates over $1 million daily. The FBI is urging other members of ShinyHunters to come forward.
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Police arrest "one of the alleged leaders" of group behind Rockstar hack that apparently revealed how much money GTA Online makes, FBI warns "we know how to find you"
The FBI announced the arrest of a 24-year-old man in Amsterdam, identified as one of the alleged leaders of the ShinyHunters hacking group. This group is suspected of breaching over 140 organizations, including Rockstar Games, and extorting at least $70 million. The FBI warns other members of ShinyHunters that they will be found.