“Dark Wire: The Incredible True Story of the Largest Sting Operation Ever” is a non-fiction book by Joseph Cox that delves into the largest law-enforcement sting operation in history. The book details how, in 2018, the FBI created a secure communication app called Anom, which quickly became popular among organized criminals. Unbeknownst to the users, Anom was secretly run by the FBI, providing agencies with a direct view into the operations of international smugglers, money launderers, and hitmen¹.

As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a journey through the intricate web of the global criminal economy, witnessing the cunning of both law enforcement and criminals. The book raises critical questions about privacy and the lengths to which authorities will go to capture criminals, presenting a thrilling narrative that’s as much about modern technology as it is about crime¹.