The individual known as "Cyberleek," who is believed to be the source of the recent Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks, is now reportedly offering advertising space on their leaked content. Instead of attempting to evade detection by Take-Two and Rockstar Games, the leaker appears to be embracing their newfound prominence by seeking "community support and strategic partnerships" through a dedicated website.
According to reports, Cyberleek's website features a "contact" tab detailing options for potential advertisers. These include purchasing premium advertising placements, such as video watermarks, or commissioning custom gameplay footage tailored for specific brands. The leaker states that all negotiations regarding pricing, terms, and deliverables are conducted privately via the Session messenger service after a Monero payment is sent.
This venture comes with a significant price tag. The initial "donation" required to engage with Cyberleek for advertising negotiations is 400 Monero (XMR), which translates to approximately $164,730 USD. This fee reportedly grants access to a message from Cyberleek, presumably initiating the discussion for ad placements.
The decision to offer advertising services is considered a highly risky move for Cyberleek. Legal experts suggest that any brand associating itself with the leaked GTA 6 material could face severe repercussions, potentially incurring accessory culpability. Such a partnership could lead to significant damage to a brand's reputation, rendering it "untouchably toxic."
Furthermore, opening direct lines of communication through external channels poses a substantial security risk for Cyberleek. Past incidents, such as Valve's attempt to identify a hacker by offering a job, highlight the potential for such actions to lead to law enforcement intervention or other forms of capture. Despite Cyberleek's apparent confidence in their ability to avoid detection, the move is seen by many as an open invitation for investigation by Take-Two or relevant authorities.