Event Brief
Revolut hackers demand $3mn ransom within 24 hours
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: A hacking group calling itself iamnotavillain says it will sell Revolut customers’ confidential data to other criminals unless the UK fintech pays a $3mn ransom within 24 hours. The threat is tied to a deadline and centers on the alleged release of customer information.
WHO: iamnotavillain
WHAT: Threatens to sell Revolut customers’ confidential data unless a $3mn ransom is paid within 24 hours
WHEN: Sep 16, 2026 at 1:58 PM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: The group’s demand is triggered by its threat to sell customers’ confidential data unless Revolut pays the ransom within 24 hours.
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