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Ilya Lichtenstein
U.S. Prosecutors Ask Court to Green-Light Return of 95,000 Stolen Bitcoin to Bitfinex
The remaining 25,000 bitcoins stolen in the 2016 hack must be returned through a more complex claims process.

'Razzlekhan' Drops Video As Rapper Prepares for Prison in Bitfinex Hack
The self-described "misfits anthem" emerges as the 18-month sentence nears for her role in laundering the crypto horde that now would be worth $11 billion.

Bitfinex Hacker Makes Public Statement From Prison
Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein made his first public statement since his 2022 arrest with a five-minute video posted on X. Lichtenstein reiterated that he was the lone hacker and apologized. "CoinDesk Daily" host Christine Lee breaks down the biggest headlines in the crypto industry.

Heather 'Razzlekhan' Morgan Should Spend 18 Months in Prison, Prosecutors Tell Court
Heather Morgan, who was accused of helping launder proceeds from a 2016 Bitfinex hack, provided “substantial assistance” to prosecutors, according to the government’s sentencing memo.

Man Who Laundered Billions in Bitcoins Says Bitcoin Fog Was a Help: Bloomberg
Ilya Lichtenstein, who pleaded guilty in the Bitfinex case last year, is now a U.S. witness who testified about his use of Bitcoin Fog and other mixers to hide loot.

What's Next for 'Razzlekhan' and Her Husband After Bitfinex Guilty Plea?
Ilya Lichtenstein, husband of Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan, admitted that he was the hacker behind the multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016, according to a report from CNBC. CoinDesk's global policy and regulation managing editor Nikhilesh De breaks down their respective plea details and what's next for the infamous couple.

Husband of 'Razzlekhan' Admits to Being Bitfinex Hacker: CNBC
New York resident Ilya Lichtenstein, who is the husband of Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan, revealed himself as the hacker who executed an multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016 while pleading guilty to money laundering conspiracy charges during his court appearance. "The Hash" panel shares their reactions to the latest developments.

New York Man Reportedly Admits to Bitfinex Hack; Coinbase’s Layer 2 ‘Base’ Gets a Launch Date
“CoinDesk Daily” host Zack Seward dives into today’s hottest stories in crypto, including Ilya Lichtenstein reportedly revealing himself as the hacker who executed a multi-million-dollar exploit of crypto exchange Bitfinex in 2016. Plus, Semafor reports Binance may face fraud charges from the Department of Justice. And, Coinbase announces a date for the public launch of its layer 2 blockchain.

Razzlekhan’s Husband Admits to Being Hacker in Infamous 2016 Bitfinex Attack: CNBC
Ilya Lichtenstein was arrested alongside his wife Heather Morgan last year on money-laundering charges tied to the proceeds from the exploit.

Heather 'Razzlekhan' Morgan, Husband Make Plea Deal in Bitfinex Hack Laundering Case
Heather “Razzlekhan” Morgan and husband Ilya Lichtenstein, the couple accused of laundering funds drained from crypto exchange Bitfinex in the 2016 hack, have agreed to enter a plea deal with U.S. authorities, according to a CoinDesk source. "The Hash" panel breaks down the latest developments in the case.
