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– Finnish authorities have successfully taken down PIILOPUOTI, a dark web marketplace notorious for illicit narcotics trade.
– PIILOPUOTI has been in operation since May 2022, functioning as a hidden service within the encrypted TOR network.
– According to the Finnish Customs agency, the site was widely exploited for various anonymous, criminal activities, predominantly drug trade.
Finland’s law enforcement bodies have finally managed to put an end to one of the most infamous underworld marketplaces, the PIILOPUOTI. Just like a bad Wi-Fi signal ruins a good Netflix binge, this takedown has disrupted the illicit operations that have been running smoothly since May 2022.
PIILOPUOTI found its evil lair within the encrypted confines of the TOR network. Mapping this to something more relatable – imagine a thief hiding out in a secret room behind a bookshelf in a haunted mansion. Seems straight out of a Scooby-Doo episode, huh? Well, that’s precisely how PIILOPUOTI operated, hidden from mainstream surveillance, providing a platform for various shady activities.
The primary misuse of this site was for the illicit narcotics trade – akin to a convenience store that never asks for ID. According to the Finnish Customs agency, known as Tulli, the marketplace was the go-to spot for anonymous criminal activities. Let’s just say it was like an illegal Amazon Prime for narcotics, minus the free two-day shipping!
The recent takedown of PIILOPUOTI marks a significant milestone for Finnish authorities in their relentless pursuit to dismantle underground, illegal marketplaces. For those who thrive in such places, it’s like losing their favorite, albeit noxious, playground. As we’ve learned, PIILOPUOTI was a hidden service within the encrypted TOR network, acting much like an illegal trading hub – a veritable one-stop-shop for anonymous criminal activities and narcotics trade. It’s a clear reminder that while the internet has given us amazing cat videos and instantaneous communication, it also has its dark corners. But just like dad always finding your hidden candy stash, the authorities are getting better at uncovering these elusive places.
Original Article: https://thehackernews.com/2023/09/finnish-authorities-dismantle-notorious.html
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