Nomad Hack Suspect Arrested in Israel Amid Extradition Proceedings

Alexander Gurevich, a dual Russian-Israeli citizen implicated in the 2022 Nomad blockchain hack, was apprehended at Ben-Gurion Airport while allegedly attempting to flee to Russia under a false identity. The arrest marks a pivotal development in the cross-border investigation into one of crypto’s most brazen security breaches.

Israeli authorities acted on a U.S. extradition request citing charges of computer crimes, money laundering, and handling stolen assets. The Nomad attack, which drained $190 million from the bridge protocol, exposed critical vulnerabilities in cross-chain infrastructure during the height of DeFi’s expansion.

Court documents reveal Gurevich’s alleged involvement in laundering proceeds through complex crypto obfuscation techniques. The case underscores growing international cooperation in prosecuting blockchain-related crimes, with Israel emerging as a key jurisdiction for intercepting cybercriminals.