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?

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

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