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5. Who’s Watching the Dark Web?
You might think it’s the “wild west,” but law enforcement is active there:
FBI, Europol, and Cybercrime Units – They infiltrate markets, track Bitcoin transactions, and arrest sellers.
Honeypot Scams – Some “hitman” or drug sites are actually run by cops.
Blockchain Analysis – Bitcoin isn’t fully anonymous; agencies use tracking tools like Chainalysis.
Biggest Busts: ✔ Silk Road (2013) – Founder Ross Ulbricht got life in prison. ✔ AlphaBay (2017) – Taken down in a global operation. ✔ Welcome to Video (2019) – A child exploitation site shut down by the FBI.
6. Should You Ever Use the Dark Web?
Maybe, If…
✅ You’re a journalist protecting sources. ✅ You live under an oppressive regime. ✅ You’re researching cybersecurity (safely).
Avoid If…
❌ You’re just curious—malware and scams are rampant. ❌ You think you can buy illegal stuff without consequences (you can’t). ❌ You’re not tech-savvy—one wrong click can expose you.
