To Hell and Back

Delve into a gripping conference talk from Ekoparty 2022 that recounts the harrowing experience of Alberto Daniel Hill, a cybersecurity expert who became the first person imprisoned in Uruguay for a computer-related crime he didn't commit. Learn about the consequences of reporting a security issue in a medical provider's website, which led to a four-year criminal process fraught with police misconduct and incompetence. Explore the challenges faced by judiciary systems struggling to keep pace with 21st-century technology and the importance of implementing fair processes for prosecuting cybercrimes. Gain insights into Hill's background in cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and his involvement in ICOs. Discover how this unjust ordeal inspired him to write a book and establish Crypto Currencies Services, showcasing his resilience and continued dedication to the field of information security and emerging technologies.