Dark Web Market Revenues Rebound but Sector Fragments
Chainalysis study of crypto flows reveals darknet markets made $1.7bn in 2023
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Chainalysis study of crypto flows reveals darknet markets made $1.7bn in 2023
Let's begin with a thought-provoking question: among a credit card number, a social security number, and an Electronic Health Record (EHR), which commands the highest price on a dark web forum? Surprisingly, it's the EHR, and the difference is stark: according to a study, EHRs can sell for up to $1,000 each, compared to a mere $5 for a credit card number and $1 for a social
New study uses AI to analyze text of dark web forum users
A study of the unregulated dark markets shows that the vast majority of malware, exploits, and attacker tools sell for less than $10, giving would-be criminals a fast entry point.