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politics7 hrs ago
EU Adds Russian Social Media Platform and Surveillance Firms to Sanctions List
The European Union expanded sanctions on Russia to include VKontakte and several surveillance companies. The measures target alleged links to the FSB and repression of government critics.
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nypost.comworld2 days ago
CBS Correspondent Matt Gutman Receives Phone Scam Call Claiming Bank Fraud
Matt Gutman received a call from someone claiming to be bank fraud protection who knew his account details and directed him to withdraw cash without alerting staff. He recognized the scam and posted about it on July 10. A separate case saw another journalist lose $72,000 earlier…
uctoday.comfinance8 days ago
Step Finance Exploiter Sells 261933 SOL Worth $21.4 Million
@lookonchain reported that the exploiter bridged the proceeds to Ethereum and acquired 12,128 ETH. The ETH were then deposited into TornadoCash.
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South China Morning Postworld10 days ago
AI deepfake romance scam impersonates Dubai prince to defraud victims
Fraudsters are using real-time AI face-swapping technology to impersonate Dubai's crown prince in live video calls. Victims are drawn into extended romantic exchanges before being asked for money. Researchers have linked some operations to organized crime groups in Nigeria.
news.google.comworld11 days ago
India Orders WhatsApp to Pause Username Feature; Company Cites Safety Tools and Questions Legal Basis
India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology ordered WhatsApp on July 1 to halt rollout of a username feature. The notice requires a response within three days or potential action under the Information Technology Act. WhatsApp said the feature is not live and will l…
hackread.comworld11 days agoUpdated
U.S. authorities extradite 19-year-old linked to Scattered Spider hacking group
A dual U.S.-Estonian national was arrested in Finland in April and brought to Chicago to face charges tied to a 2025 jewelry retailer breach. Prosecutors say the group demanded roughly $8 million in cryptocurrency.
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Rapplerpolitics12 days ago
Senate Hearing Examines Tacloban Shooting and Online Group 764
Senator Risa Hontiveros led a July 1, 2026 hearing on the Tacloban City school shooting and online extremist recruitment. Experts described grooming layers in games and private platforms. Rappler reported testimony from psychologists, police, and cybersecurity specialists.
business17 days ago
Two men convicted in 2024 Transport for London cyber-attack
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair pleaded guilty to carrying out the attack that disrupted TfL services for months. Both had prior cyber-offending records and were known to police before the breach.
koreatimes.co.krbusiness18 days ago
Polymarket Says Third-Party Breach Led to User Crypto Theft but Will Refund Victims
Prediction market platform Polymarket said a vendor compromise allowed hackers to steal funds from users. The company stated it has contained the incident and begun refunds. PeckShield estimated losses near $3 million.
abcnews.go.comworld20 days ago
Philippine Officials Temporarily Block Gaming App After School Shooting
Authorities ordered a temporary ban on an online game used by two suspects in a school shooting that killed three students and wounded 20 others. The order allows investigators to examine whether the platform influenced the attack.
news.sky.comworld21 days ago
Political Activist Fredrick Billy Malata Arrested in Lilongwe
Malata was detained Monday and is held at Lingadzi Police Station. Police confirmed the location but gave no reason for the arrest. No formal charges have been made public.
winnipegfreepress.comworld22 days ago
Cambodia frees workers from scam compounds but many remain stranded
Cambodian authorities have raided cyber scam compounds tied to human trafficking and released thousands of workers. Released individuals report lacking shelter and transport to return home.
koreaboo.comtechnology31 days ago
Google Files Lawsuit Against Group Using Its AI to Create Fake Websites
Google filed a lawsuit accusing an unnamed Chinese cybercrime group of using its Gemini AI system to build hundreds of fake corporate and government websites. The complaint does not name specific individuals or detail further actions by the group.
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International Operation Seizes First VPN Service Used by Ransomware Groups
The Boston FBI division helped dismantle a VPN service used by ransomware groups. The takedown followed years of collaboration with European and other partners.
kaspersky.co.ukworld39 days ago
Scammers Use AI to Clone Immigration Attorneys' Identities
Immigration lawyers in Florida and elsewhere report that fraudsters are cloning their images, voices and websites to solicit payments from clients. The Federal Trade Commission recorded more than 1 million identity-theft complaints last year totaling $3.5 billion.
about.fb.comfinance39 days ago
Four Companies Join DOJ-Led Effort Targeting Southeast Asian Scam Networks
Meta, Microsoft, Coinbase and Starlink participated in a Department of Justice operation that produced 63 arrests, 1.4 million account takedowns and $3 million in frozen cryptocurrency assets linked to Southeast Asian scam operations.
manilatimes.netfinance39 days ago
Tech firms and federal prosecutors disrupt Southeast Asia scam operations
Apple, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Coinbase worked with federal prosecutors over four days to freeze accounts and cryptocurrency tied to transnational fraud rings. The effort, called Disruption Week by the Department of Justice, resulted in frozen funds, removed accounts, and ar…
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bbc.co.uksports40 days ago
Fake websites impersonate FIFA to sell nonexistent 2026 World Cup tickets
Authorities and researchers report a rise in online scams targeting fans seeking tickets for the 2026 World Cup. Fraudulent sites mimic FIFA's official platform and collect payments for tickets that do not exist.
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joemygod.comtechnology40 days ago
Meta disables 1.4 million scam accounts in multi-company operation
Meta, Microsoft, Coinbase and Starlink worked with the Justice Department and several countries' police agencies to target Southeast Asia-based scam networks. The effort produced account takedowns, cryptocurrency freezes and dozens of arrests.
japantimes.co.jpworld51 days ago
Thai Police Arrest Six Nigerians in Romance Scam Investigation
Thai police detained six Nigerian nationals accused of operating a romance scam that used AI-generated images and video calls. The suspects allegedly posed as professionals to solicit fees from Thai women.
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Ars Technicatechnology52 days ago
European Police Dismantle VPN Used in Ransomware Attacks
Law enforcement agencies from France and the Netherlands seized the First VPN service and arrested its administrator. Europol said investigators accessed user data and identified thousands of accounts linked to cybercrime.
theyeshivaworld.comtechnology53 days ago
Law Enforcement Agencies Shut Down VPN Service Used by Ransomware Groups
An international coalition of law enforcement agencies announced the shutdown of First VPN, a service used by cybercriminals. The FBI and Europol reported that at least 25 ransomware gangs relied on the service to conceal their activities.
yahoo.comworld54 days ago
Groups advise schools to remove student photos over AI photo alteration
Groups have warned schools against posting photos of children following reports of AI being used to alter images for blackmail. The practice has occurred several times in the U.S.
South China Morning Postpolitics57 days ago
Sri Lanka Arrests Rise as Suspected Scammers Relocate from Cambodia and Myanmar
Sri Lankan police have arrested more than 1,000 foreign nationals since January for alleged cybercrime involvement. Officials link the increase to networks displaced by enforcement actions in Cambodia and Myanmar.
abcnews.go.comai58 days ago
Twin Brothers Plead Guilty to Charges Involving 96 Federal Databases After Contractor Termination
Muneeb Akhter and Sohaib Akhter, 34-year-old twins employed at federal contractor Opexus, admitted to the sabotage after their termination was captured on a Microsoft Teams recording they failed to close. Instructure reached an agreement with ShinyHunters following a ransomware a…
The Guardianpolitics59 days ago
EY Report: Professional Athletes Lost Nearly $1bn to Fraud Over Two Decades as Sports Revenue Hits Records
EY report tallies nearly $1bn in alleged losses by professional athletes over two decades while FBI data shows Americans reported more than $20bn in cybercrime losses last year. Recent convictions include Ippei Mizuhara’s 57-month sentence for stealing $17m from Shohei Ohtani and…
itnews.com.autechnology60 days ago
Infoblox Maps Underground Market for iPhone Unlocking Tools and Related Phishing Sites
Researchers identified more than 10,000 phishing websites tied to stolen iPhone unlocking services, with traffic surging 350 percent last year. The pay-per-use tools, costing less than $10 on average, target devices through physical access and social engineering. London police re…
nbcnews.comfinance61 days ago
South Korea Extradites Second Chinese National in Alleged 38-Billion-Won Hacking Ring
A 40-year-old Chinese national accused of leading a hacking ring that stole 38 billion won was extradited from Bangkok. The suspect allegedly targeted securities accounts including one belonging to BTS vocalist Jungkook and attempted to transfer 8.4 billion won in Hybe shares.
nationalpost.comworld64 days ago
Organised Criminals in Manila Prisons Target South Korea and Japan With Cybercrime
Organised criminals operating from prisons and detention centres in Manila are targeting South Korea and Japan with a new form of cybercrime. The activity involves coordinated operations run from correctional facilities. South Korean and Japanese authorities are aware of the thre…
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Rapplerworld67 days ago
Philippine Officials Call for Stricter Roblox Safeguards, National ID Verification During Rappler AMA
CICC and CWC executives outlined radicalization methods on the gaming platform and demanded a Philippine office, PhilSys ID integration and faster takedowns. They described how groomers create custom violent games then shift children to messaging apps for instructions on guns and…
naturalnews.comtechnology68 days ago
Study Finds Surge in AI-Related Discussions on Cybercrime Forums Since ChatGPT Launch
A study of 97,895 conversations found users on hacking forums pushing back against AI content from 2022 through 2025. Researchers documented complaints that such posts undermine community reputation and human interaction. Flashpoint analysts noted separate discussions of AI-enhan…
insidermonkey.compolitics68 days ago
Cambodian PM's Cousin Claims 30% Ownership in Digital Payments Firm Huione Pay
The cousin of Cambodia's prime minister stated he owned a 30 percent stake in Huione Pay, a digital payments platform. Huione Pay is accused of laundering funds for transnational criminal groups. These groups perpetrate cyberscams from Southeast Asia.
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401kspecialistmag.comfinance76 days ago
SEC Issues Alert on Phishing, Smishing and Vishing Scams Targeting Investor Accounts
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission warned investors about scams aiming to steal personal and financial information. The alert follows a recent executive order by President Trump to combat cybercrime. Data from the FBI and White House highlight significant losses from suc…
newser.comfinance79 days ago
US Sanctions Cambodian Senator Over Links to Crypto Romance Scams
The United States imposed sanctions on Cambodian senator Kok An for his alleged involvement in scam centers that defrauded U.S. citizens of millions in cryptocurrency. The Treasury Department also targeted 28 related individuals and entities. Stablecoin issuer Tether froze $344 m…
thehindu.comtechnology80 days ago
26-Year-Old Arrested in Singapore for Allegedly Leaking Paramount's Upcoming Avatar Aang Movie
Singaporean authorities arrested a 26-year-old man accused of leaking Paramount Skydance's upcoming Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender animated film through unauthorized server access. The film, set for an October 9 premiere on Paramount Plus, appeared online starting April 11. Offi…
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Balancer Exploiter Resumes Activity After 5 Months, Launders $2.55M ETH to BTC
The perpetrator behind a $120 million theft from Balancer has become active again. In the past hour, the exploiter moved 1,100 ETH valued at $2.55 million and began converting it to BTC via THORChain. @lookonchain reported the laundering activity on 2026-04-24.
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Scottish Man Pleads Guilty in U.S. Court to $8 Million Crypto Theft Conspiracy
A 24-year-old man from Scotland admitted to conspiring in a hacking scheme that stole $8 million in virtual currency from victims across the U.S. and abroad. The plea came in federal court as part of charges involving phishing attacks on at least 45 companies. Co-conspirators fac…
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medium.comtechnology88 days ago
Europol Announces Operation Against DDoS-for-Hire Services with Arrests and Warnings
Europol has coordinated an international law enforcement operation targeting for-hire distributed denial-of-service services. The effort included arrests, domain takedowns, and warnings sent to thousands of suspected users. The operation aims to disrupt easy access to tools for l…
Wiredtechnology90 days ago
UK Sanctions Xinbi Guarantee for Crypto Scams and Human Trafficking; Telegram Continues Hosting
The UK government sanctioned Xinbi Guarantee in late March 2026 for facilitating crypto scams and human trafficking. Telegram has not removed the black market's accounts despite the sanctions. The platform has hosted the service for over three years, enabling billions in transact…
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FBI Dismantles Global Phishing Operation Targeting Over 17,000 Victims Worldwide
The FBI announced the takedown of a global phishing operation called W3LL on Monday. The operation targeted more than 17,000 victims and enabled over $20 million in attempted fraud. Authorities detained the alleged developer and seized key domains with assistance from Indonesian…
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Chinese Authorities Target Domestic Fraud as Syndicates Shift to International Victims
Chinese authorities are increasing efforts to combat fraud within the country, according to researchers. Crime syndicates are redirecting their operations to target victims outside China, including in the United States. This shift occurs amid Beijing's domestic crackdown on scams…
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Dutch Police Launch Social Media Campaign to Identify Victims in International Sextortion Case
Dutch police have initiated a social media campaign to locate and assist girls and young women victimized in a sextortion case originating from a U.S. tip. The investigation has identified over 50 victims aged 13 to 20 across six countries, with the 22-year-old suspect on trial i…
petapixel.combusiness97 days ago
UK Police Investigate Former Meta Employee for Downloading 30,000 Private Facebook Images
A former Meta employee in London faces a criminal investigation for allegedly downloading approximately 30,000 private images from Facebook users. Authorities suspect he created a program to bypass internal security measures while employed at the company. Meta reported the incide…
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FBI 2025 Internet Crime Report Records Nearly $21 Billion in U.S. Cybercrime Losses
The FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report documented nearly $21 billion in losses from cyber-enabled crimes affecting Americans. Cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence-related scams ranked among the most expensive categories. The report highlights ongoing risks in digital financia…
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