Darknet Diaries 104: Arya
82 snips
Nov 9, 2021 Arya Ebrahami, a former fake ID vendor and darknet marketplace moderator, shares his captivating journey through the shadowy underbelly of the internet. He discusses his tumultuous past, including his early rebellions and illegal activities that led him to create fake IDs. Arya vividly recounts his rise in the underground market and the subsequent fallout, including battles with addiction and legal troubles. Now, he focuses on cryptocurrency, aiming to transform his life while reflecting on the moral complexities of his former choices.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Continued Illicit Activities
- Despite Ross Ulbricht's sentencing, Arya continued his illegal activities, prioritizing drug use over his fake ID business.
- He became a top customer of a Xanax vendor on AlphaBay while simultaneously moderating the site.
Downfall and Arrests
- Arya's fake ID business became a scam; he collected money but didn't fulfill orders, driven by greed.
- He totaled his car, lost his license, and relied on Uber due to drug-related incidents.
Compromised Computer
- A competitor accessed Arya's computer via TeamViewer, copying his information while he was asleep.
- This competitor later redirected Arya's website traffic to his own.