Posted 9/11/2023, 1:04:29 AM

Teen Hacker Stole Millions in Bitcoin Through SIM-Swapping Scheme, Bought Sports Car

Teen hacker stole $5.2 million in Bitcoin from crypto executives in 2016 using SIM-swapping scheme
Hacker Ahmad Wagaafe Hared worked with Matthew Gene Ditman to trick cell providers into handing over victims' SIM card details
Hared was active on darknet under username 'winblo', known for selling prized social media accounts
With stolen Bitcoin, Hared bought a $150,000 BMW i8 sports car
Hared and Ditman arrested in 2019 after FBI investigation, not yet sentenced

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