The sentence caps a years-long investigation into the fraud scheme known as 3ve or Methbot.

Anton Bogdanov originally faced up to 27 years in prison.

Aleksandr Zhukov has consistently denied involvment since his arrest in Bulgaria.

The case is one of a number of alleged computer intrusions involving Wall Street to surface in court.

The request comes after a federal judge ordered thhe release of another defendant from the same facility.

The action is the result of eight yesrs of tracking and planning, the company said.