Crypto ransom payments decreased 35% YoY in 2024. Increased law enforcement, victim resistance, and evolving ransomware tactics contributed to the decline. The total ransom received was $813.55 million, down from $1.25 billion. New strains like Akira emerged, while others faltered post-disruption. Victims favored recovery methods over payment, illustrating resilience against extortion. Understanding laundering methods is vital for law enforcement response. A shift in payment distribution patterns emerged, indicating a more complex ransomware ecosystem.
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