A 27-year-old man from Tel Aviv has been arrested on espionage charges for allegedly working with Iranian operatives in exchange for cryptocurrency. The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and Tel Aviv District Police reported that the suspect conducted various intelligence tasks, including photographing sensitive sites and creating politically charged graffiti. Authorities warned the public against engaging with foreign entities or undertaking missions for them, as these espionage activities often occur via social media. This arrest coincides with a rise in cyberattacks related to the Israel-Iran conflict, which has created volatility in cryptocurrency markets. Recently, a pro-Israel hacker group claimed responsibility for a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of approximately $90 million from the Iranian exchange Nobitex. Following his arrest, the suspect, Or Beilin, was brought before the Tel Aviv Magistrate's Court, which extended his detention. He is one of three individuals currently in custody for similar charges. Read more AI-generated news on: https://app.chaingpt.org/news