Hacker steals £600,000 from banks

An Internet hacker has been imprisoned for five years after playing a fundamental role in an international banking fraud. Adewale Taiwo admitted larceny of £600,000 from bank accounts over nearly 4 years, but authorities think he may have millions hidden in secret bank accounts throughout the world.

The 26 year old was a member of the Dark Markets website, an invitation only forum where it is alleged criminals congregated to buy and sell bank card details, Hull Crown Court heard.