Federal prosecutors have charged a former sound engineer for Eminem with stealing and selling unreleased music for Bitcoin. The investigation began after approximately 25 unreleased Eminem songs surfaced online. Authorities were able to trace the sales of the leaked music back to the former employee, whose name has not been publicly released.
The stolen tracks were allegedly sold through online marketplaces in exchange for Bitcoin. This allowed the suspect to potentially hide their identity and move funds discreetly. The use of cryptocurrency in the scheme added complexity to the investigation, but federal agents were ultimately able to connect the transactions to the individual.
The suspect is now facing charges related to copyright infringement, money laundering, and other related offenses. The case highlights the growing problem of intellectual property theft in the digital age and the challenges of tracking illicit activities involving cryptocurrencies. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as the case progresses. Eminem's representatives have not yet issued a statement regarding the incident.
Eminem's Unreleased Music Stolen and Sold for Bitcoin, Ex-Engineer Charged
A former sound engineer for Eminem has been accused of stealing and selling unreleased tracks for Bitcoin. Federal prosecutors allege that around 25 songs were leaked online, and the sales were traced back to the employee. The investigation revealed the use of cryptocurrency to monetize the stolen music. The suspect now faces charges related to copyright infringement and money laundering.