The State of the Darknet in 2025 - Takedowns, New Players,
New Game

 

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Far beyond the surface web lies the darknet—a hidden world where privacy and anonymity define the landscape. Originally built to defend free speech and secure communication, today it’s also a thriving hub for cybercrime, ransomware, and illicit trade.

Watch our on-demand webinar that explores what the darknet is, how it operates, who’s behind its growing criminal economy, and how you can stay ahead of the threats emerging from this shadowy space.


Here’s what you’ll learn:

What is the Darknet?
How Tor and hidden services enable anonymous access and dark markets
The surprising legitimate uses of darknet
How dark markets enable modern ransomware campaigns
What’s new in 2025: trends, takedowns, and tactics to watch
Personal OPSEC Tips & Tricks with practical insights on how to protect yourself when navigating or investigating darknet environments

Speaker

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Catalin Cosoi

Chief Security Strategist

Bitdefender

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