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The largest known ransom payment of US $75 million was made by a Fortune 50 company to the Dark Angels ransomware group.

The Medusa ransomware gang has changed tactics by demanding three payments instead of two and intensifying extortion efforts against victims.

SSK Plastic Surgery faced a cyberattack involving extortion, with unauthorized access to client data, prompting law enforcement and cybersecurity intervention.

Ransomware extortionists are mailing ransom demands without hacking into victim's systems.

A federal court indicted 14 North Koreans for extorting U.S. companies to fund North Korea's weapons programs through an elaborate remote work scheme.

Deniss Zolotarjovs has been indicted in the U.S. for cybercrimes including data theft, extortion, and money laundering since August 2021.

A Brazilian national is charged in the U.S. for extortion involving stolen data from a company's network breach, demanding ransom in Bitcoin.

A London restaurant was targeted by an AI mafia demanding £10,000 after bombarding it with fake negative reviews, highlighting online reputation threats.

Experts emphasize the increasing risk of automated attacks on businesses, underscoring the challenges in safeguarding online reputations.

Robert Purbeck sentenced to 10 years for hacking and extortion, affecting 19 medical facilities and ordering restitution over $1 million.

Daniel Byrne was jailed for extorting over €22,000 from a former classmate after threatening him for cannabis.

A Bonanno crime-family soldier was sentenced for extorting a turncoat and threatening him, despite defense claims of provocation by federal agents.

Eugene "Big U" Henley, a Crips leader, faces severe criminal charges including murder and extortion, highlighting gang influence in Los Angeles.

Daekun Cho was sentenced to over 22 years for extorting karaoke bar owners in Koreatown and controlling for-hire women.

Jay-Z labels new rape allegations as extortion attempts and denies involvement, planning to confront the allegations publicly.

Jay-Z strongly denies allegations of sexual assault, calling them a baseless extortion attempt.

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, engages in legal counteraction against claims as extortion.

Tony Buzbee's lawsuit against Jay-Z has been withdrawn, leading to legal implications for both parties.

A judge suggested dismissing Jay-Z's extortion claim against Buzbee under California's anti-SLAPP statute.

Jay-Z denies rape allegations, labeling them as extortion related to ongoing legal issues involving Sean Diddy Combs.

Mathias Pogba sentenced for attempting to extort his brother Paul; highlights impact of money on relationships.

Six men, including Paul Pogba's brother, were sentenced for extorting the footballer, with prison terms ranging from three to eight years.

Mathias Pogba was sentenced to three years for extortion and kidnapping related to his brother Paul Pogba.

Paul Pogba's brother and five others will stand trial for alleged extortion against the soccer player, tied to threats and intimidation tactics.

A man faces serious charges including rape and extortion after allegedly abusing a teenage girl over several months.

The victim reported threats of video exposure as a coercive tactic used by the accused.

A gym manager has been charged with multiple felony counts of sexual assault against customers and extorting an employee for nude photos.

A boxing instructor has been charged with sexual assault and extortion in his San Jose gym, targeting clients and an employee.

Garth Brooks denies sexual assault allegations, calling them extortion attempts and emphasizing his commitment to defending his character.

Tony Buzbee is accused of extortion using fabricated sexual assault allegations against a plaintiff connected to Diddy.

The line between legal accountability and extortion in high-profile cases can become blurred, complicating justice for all parties involved.

An anonymous celebrity has accused attorney Tony Buzbee of extortion related to his representation of clients in lawsuits against Sean 'Diddy' Combs.

Allegations of corruption surface against NYC Mayor Adams' administration involving extortion linked to a nightlife business owner.

Russia's National Guard official arrested on corruption charges, amid a wider crackdown on military graft.

Marc Lasry allegedly offered a $5 million settlement to Gina Strum amidst sexual harassment accusations and extortion claims.

Marc Lasry is suing Gina Strum for alleged extortion related to a $50 million demand as tensions escalate between them.

John Ragano, a mobster, was found guilty of extortion after threatening and forcing a turncoat to strip naked to check for a wire.

A man in California is sentenced to prison for killing a man and attempting to extort money while posing as a kidnapper.

Defense portrayed Stormy Daniels' former lawyer as a serial extortionist of celebrities in Donald J. Trump's trial.

Torres claims wrongful detention and extortion after being accused of sexual misconduct involving a minor.

Ex-law enforcement and military officers charged with extorting $37 million from Irvine man.

Four former officers allegedly staged a fake raid to extort a man for business rights worth millions.