According to The Standard report, a 16-year-old teenager from East London stands accused of fundraising with crypto and offering his cybersecurity expertise to Al Qaeda and other extremist groups.
The teenager, who has pleaded not guilty to all charges, is alleged to have raised approximately $1,300 in cryptocurrency and presented himself as an expert in both crypto and cyber defense, aiming to support Al Qaeda and the Pakistani Taliban.
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Prosecutors allege the boy’s actions demonstrated an “ideological support” for terrorist groups.
Although he has been released on bail, he faces significant restrictions, including a nighttime curfew, social media bans, and strictly limited access to digital devices.
Chief Magistrate Paul Goldspring transferred the case to the Old Bailey, where the boy’s next hearing is scheduled for November 2.
The court mandated that while the teenager may use his PlayStation, he is prohibited from online gaming or communicating with others on any interactive platform. The bail conditions reflect the gravity of the charges.
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