Ellis Pinksy, the hacker who allegedly masterminded the theft of $23.8 million worth of crypto from pioneering investor, Michael Terpin, planned on retiring after the heist at the age of 15. However, after turning 18, Pinsky became the subject of a $71.4 million civil suit from Michael Terpin, who is seeking damages equal to triple the sum that was stolen three years ago. 18-year-old sued for $71.4 million for crypto theft At one point, Pinsky allegedly told the informant “I could buy you and all your family. I have 100 million dollars.” In the complaint, the acquaintance also noted spotting “records indicating that ... (full story)