Closed for Business - Taking Down Darknet Markets - John Shier

Explore the fascinating world of darknet market takedowns in this 47-minute conference talk from Security BSides London. Delve into the intriguing story behind Operation Bayonet, which led to the seizure and closure of AlphaBay and Hansa, two of the largest darknet markets ever to exist on the dark web. Discover the multi-national cooperation, death, and deception involved in these high-profile cases. Learn about the subsequent closure of Dream, the leading darknet market, in April 2019. Gain insights into the complex world of cybercrime and law enforcement efforts to combat illegal online marketplaces.