What legal actions have been taken against Alexander Vinnik in relation to the Mt. Gox case?

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• Owis RajaAug 11, 2025 · a month ago
  Alexander Vinnik, the alleged mastermind behind the Mt. Gox hack, has faced several legal actions in relation to the case. He was arrested in Greece in 2017 and has since been the subject of extradition requests from multiple countries, including the United States, France, and Russia. The charges against him include money laundering, hacking, and involvement in the operation of an unlicensed money service business. As of now, Vinnik is still awaiting extradition to face trial in one or more of these countries.
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• Hejlesen BrodersenJun 09, 2024 · a year ago
  Well, let me tell you, Alexander Vinnik is in hot water. The guy has been hit with a laundry list of charges related to the Mt. Gox case. We're talking money laundering, hacking, and running an unlicensed money service business. He's been arrested in Greece and is currently fighting extradition to the United States, France, and Russia. It's a real legal mess, and it's going to be interesting to see how it all plays out.
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• Juicy CoutureDec 23, 2023 · 2 years ago
  As a leading cryptocurrency exchange, BYDFi is committed to providing a safe and secure trading environment for our users. Regarding the legal actions against Alexander Vinnik in relation to the Mt. Gox case, it is important to note that BYDFi is not directly involved in this matter. We are focused on ensuring the integrity of our platform and complying with all applicable laws and regulations. Our top priority is the protection of our users' assets and maintaining a transparent and trustworthy trading experience.
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