Law enforcement operations disrupted BlackCat and LockBit RaaS operations, including sanctions on LockBit members aiming to undermine affiliate confidence. In response, LockBit publicly exposed an affiliate payment dispute, potentially causing further affiliate migration.  The behavior of a major RaaS group is puzzling, as the financial loss from the dispute seems insignificant compared to the reputational damage.  The disappearance of RaaS groups like BlackCat disrupts ransomware affiliates, forcing them to decide their next steps.

Source: GBHackers