Ransomware Evolves in the Web3 Era: Crypto-Chain Fuels New Attacks and Money Laundering

While ransomware payment volume dropped 35% in 2024, a deeper look reveals that criminals have shifted tactics. Blockchain’s pseudonymity enables financial infrastructure for cyber extortion through new attack vectors like RaaS (Ransomware-as-a-Service). This evolution challenges traditional security measures and requires law enforcement to adapt.