# $220K Crypto Theft Scheme via Steam Malware, FBI Reports Florida resident arrested for infecting games with malware that drained 80 crypto wallets. - **Source:** [DailyCoin](https://brifing.si/source/3e9b0f85-cb2f-40ee-ba61-db9410cf0937) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/124fc7bd-3f83-4b76-aa7a-a0f1fb0c12ef ## Games as a Trap Florida resident Zyaire Wilkins allegedly led a group that infected 8,000 computers through malware-laced Steam games like Lunara and PirateFi. The malware stole cryptocurrency wallet credentials. The FBI announced Wilkins' arrest in connection with the $220,000 theft scheme spanning from 2024 to 2026. ## Social Engineering Tactics The scammers used stolen identities to create Steam developer accounts and distribute malicious games. They promoted these titles on Discord and Telegram to boost downloads. The malware harvested victims' browser cookies, login credentials, and autofill data to access crypto assets. ## Targeting Digital Wallets The malware compromised approximately 80 cryptocurrency wallets, siphoning $220,000. Part of the stolen funds were used to purchase gift cards via Bitrefill, including Uber Eats cards. Federal investigators traced these transactions as part of the evidence chain. ## ZachXBT's Investigation In 2025, crypto investigator ZachXBT exposed how fake Steam games had stolen over $150,000. Twitch streamer RastalandTV lost $32,000 meant for cancer treatment donations. Despite warnings, the games remained available for months, highlighting platform security gaps. ## FBI's Crackdown The FBI launched its investigation in March 2026, collecting victim testimonies. Wilkins' arrest marks the first charges in the case. Court documents allege the group used stolen US identities to create developer accounts. Eight games have been entered as evidence in the ongoing federal case. ## Crypto Security Wake-Up Call This case demonstrates how crypto theft has expanded beyond financial platforms to mainstream software services. The exploitation of platforms like Steam targets less tech-savvy users. The industry is calling for stricter vetting on software distribution channels to prevent similar attacks. ## Sources covering this story - https://dailycoin.com/steam-malware-scheme-drained-220k-in-crypto-fbi-says/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._