Hackers Nabbed $1.3B in Ransom Over 2 Years

The video discusses the significant increase in ransomware payments from 2019 to 2021, with 2021 payments likely surpassing $700 million. The average payment per attack also rose sharply. Global efforts, including those by the US, UK, and Australia, are underway to combat ransomware, with a focus on groups like Conte, Dark Side, and Evil Corp. Chainalysis data highlights the importance of understanding these groups for effective regulation.

Which ransomware groups were mentioned in the text?

What is the significance of understanding the cryptocurrency wallets associated with ransomware groups?