Bitfinex Hacker Ilya Lichtenstein Freed Early
Update: 2026-01-02
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Ilya Lichtenstein, the hacker who stole nearly $120 million in bitcoin from Bitfinex, has been released early from prison under President Trumps First Step Act. Lichtenstein, who pleaded guilty to money laundering, is now planning to make a positive impact in cybersecurity. His wife, Heather Morgan, who also served time for her role in the crime, shared the news and expressed gratitude towards Trump. The First Step Act, signed by Trump in 2018, allows for early releases through risk assessments and home confinement to reduce the prison population. Checkout Solipillow.com
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