How the Piracy Racket Worked
According to the police, the young man used advanced software tools to illegally download newly released movies and then sold them to piracy syndicates. These pirated copies would later be distributed through illegal websites and Telegram channels, earning him huge profits.
What started as small-scale activity soon turned into a full-fledged operation. With rising demand for pirated films in India and abroad, the hacker was able to build connections with syndicates who paid him in cryptocurrency.
Cryptocurrency Worth $100,000 Recovered
During a recent raid, authorities seized cryptocurrency worth nearly $100,000 (around ₹85 lakh) from the accused. This shows how digital assets like Bitcoin and USDT are increasingly being used in cybercrimes, scams, and black-market deals because they are harder to trace than regular bank transfers.
Police also recovered several gadgets, including laptops, hard drives, and mobile devices, which contained evidence of his piracy network.
Rise of YouTube-Trained Hackers
This case highlights a growing concern: many young people are self-training in hacking through online tutorials. While platforms like YouTube are meant for learning and skill development, some are misusing the knowledge to carry out illegal activities.
Experts warn that easy access to such content, combined with the lure of quick money through cryptocurrency, is pulling youngsters toward cybercrime.
Lessons for Investors and Youth
For the youth – Skills in technology should be used for building careers in cybersecurity, IT, or blockchain, not for illegal activities.
For investors – The case is a reminder that cryptocurrency is often used in scams and crimes. Always be cautious and avoid getting involved in shady deals or platforms.
The Patna hacker’s arrest and the recovery of $100,000 in crypto show how deep cybercrime has penetrated in India, even in smaller cities. As India tightens its laws on cryptocurrency and digital crime, such cases may act as a warning for others tempted to misuse technology for quick profits.
For now, authorities are investigating further to track down the piracy syndicates linked with this young hacker.