Online underworld bank founder spend 20 years prison

You're likely referring to Ross Ulbricht, also known as "Dread Pirate Roberts" or "DPR," the founder of the online black market Silk Road.

Ross Ulbricht was arrested in 2013 and subsequently convicted of seven charges related to his role as the founder and operator of Silk Road, including money laundering, computer hacking, and drug trafficking. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in 2015.

Silk Road was a dark web marketplace that allowed users to buy and sell illegal goods and services, including drugs, weapons, and stolen financial information. The site was launched in 2011 and quickly gained popularity, with estimates suggesting that it generated over $100 million in revenue before it was shut down by law enforcement in 2013.

Ulbricht's arrest and conviction were the result of a lengthy investigation by the FBI, which used a variety of tactics to track him down, including tracing the IP addresses of Silk Road users and using undercover agents to gather evidence.

Ulbricht's case has been the subject of much controversy and debate, with some arguing that he was unfairly targeted by the government and that his actions were not necessarily illegal. However, the courts have consistently ruled that Ulbricht's actions were illegal and that he was properly convicted and sentenced.

It's worth noting that Ulbricht's case has also raised questions about the role of the government in regulating the internet and the impact of the war on drugs on the criminal justice system.