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0 pointsenneff11y ago0 comments

It is likely that they were able to compromise the bad guys' systems and steal the private keys, which in itself is against the law.

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obitoo11y ago

Technically yes, but in practice only if the bad guys file charges and/or assist the authorities with evidence, ie their machines.

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0 pointsenneff11y ago0 comments

It is likely that they were able to compromise the bad guys' systems and steal the private keys, which in itself is against the law.

obitoo11y ago

Technically yes, but in practice only if the bad guys file charges and/or assist the authorities with evidence, ie their machines.

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