Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, alleged to be a key figure behind the Ploutus malware, pleaded not guilty in Nebraska after being brought before a court for ATM jackpotting charges. U.S. authorities say the scheme, linked to Tren de Aragua, has resulted in 1,500 attacks and more than $40.7 million in losses across the United States and Latin America. #Ploutus #AnibalAlexanderCanelonAguirre #TrenDeAragua #ATMJackpotting
Keypoints
- Aguirre pleaded not guilty and will remain in detention pending trial.
- He is accused of masterminding the Ploutus malware used in ATM jackpotting attacks.
- The FBI had placed Aguirre on its Top 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list.
- Authorities say the scheme is linked to Tren de Aragua and money laundering operations.
- U.S. officials report 1,500 attacks, $40.7 million in losses, and 120 charged participants.
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