Daniil Kasatkin, a 26-year-old Russian basketball player, has been arrested in France on charges of conspiracy to commit computer fraud. Kasatkin allegedly acted as a negotiator for a ransomware gang that targeted around 900 organizations, including two US federal agencies, from 2020 to 2022. Following his arrest at Charles de Gaulle Airport, the Russian embassy has protested on his behalf, while his lawyer insists he is innocent and lacks any computer skills. Kasatkin's detention raises concerns regarding the impact on his basketball career.
Daniil Kasatkin was arrested at Charles de Gaulle Airport and is held pending extradition to the US, facing charges of conspiracy to commit computer fraud.
Kasatkin is accused of being part of a ransomware gang that allegedly targeted around 900 organizations, including US federal agencies between 2020 and 2022.
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