2025-12-27 05:30:31

#美联储回购协议计划 A shocking corruption case occurred in Ufa, Russia—former traffic police officer abuses power to steal $BTC.

During the 2022 investigation, the officer exploited his position to illegally access the mobile phones of two detainees, using messaging apps to unlawfully access encrypted wallets, then transferring the Bitcoin. The stolen amount was approximately 20 million rubles (equivalent to tens of thousands of dollars). What’s more, he also engaged in violent evidence collection, which is extremely malicious.

The case was eventually solved— the court sentenced him to 7 years in supervised prison, stripped him of his police rank, and ordered him to compensate the victim with 20 million rubles. What does this case reveal?

First, digital asset security is hard to defend against. Even detainees’ wallet keys can be forcibly obtained. Second, insider threats are often underestimated; law enforcement officers’ powers can indeed threaten ordinary people's digital assets. Third, many countries around the world are strengthening efforts to combat crypto asset crimes.

A reminder for holders: cold wallets, multi-signature, and privacy protection tools should be prioritized.

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· 4h ago

This is a classic example of "rent-seeking + information asymmetry." Seven years is a bit light, but at least the rule of law is still functioning, which is better than some places. The key point is that holders should now understand a logic: your private key is your life. Cold wallets are really not optional; they are a must. Even if someone is detained, their wallet can be cracked open, and the security of hot wallets for ordinary people shouldn't be overthought. The combination of multi-signature + privacy tools has gone from "advanced players' gear" to "basic configuration for survival." If the security of your chips isn't resolved, talking about returns is just a joke.

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