Ukraine and German law enforcement raid homes of alleged Black Basta hackers

Cryptopolitan • January 17, 2026

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Ukrainian and German Authorities Raid Homes of Black Basta Hackers Ukrainian and German law enforcement conducted raids on homes of individuals linked to the Black Basta ransomware group, which is suspected to have ties to Russia. The operation led to the uncovering of digital and cryptocurrency evidence related to the group's cyberattacks over the years. 7 sources 44

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