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msnbc.comtechnology8 days ago
Reken Launches Northstar, an On-Device AI Tool for Phishing and Fraud Defense
Reken launched its Private Core platform and Northstar phishing defense tool on July 13 after two years of development. The startup, founded by former Google and Shape Security executive Shuman Ghosemajumder, raised $10 million in seed funding. Northstar is available immediately…
Engadgetai24 days ago
Lawsuits Filed Against OpenAI, Meta and Google Over AI Training Data and Scam Use
Four active cases filed between 2023 and 2026 accuse major AI firms of copyright infringement, enabling harm to minors, and powering phishing schemes. The suits seek damages, injunctions, and model destruction. dailycaller.com reported the filings and their status as of June 2026…
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Polymarket phishing attack took $3.1 million from 11 wallets
Blockchain intelligence firm AMLBotHQ reported Saturday that roughly $3.1 million in PUSD was stolen from 11 user wallets on the prediction market platform. The funds were moved from Polygon to Ethereum, and the company pledged full refunds.
pymnts.combusiness24 days ago
Polymarket Users Lose $3.1 Million in Phishing Attack, Platform Promises Refunds
Coindesk.com reported that hackers stole about $3.1 million in PUSD tokens from 11 user wallets on the prediction platform. The company said a compromised vendor injected malicious code and pledged full refunds to affected holders.
Fox Newstechnology34 days ago
FBI and Google Disrupt China-Based Phishing Operation
The FBI and Google disrupted a China-based phishing-as-a-service network known as Outsider Enterprise. The operation was tied to millions of fraudulent messages and billions in reported losses.
hackread.comtechnology36 days ago
FBI alerts Microsoft 365 users to Kali365 scam
The FBI issued an urgent alert about a new phishing platform that uses stolen OAuth device codes to bypass multi-factor authentication on Teams, Outlook and OneDrive accounts.
thehackernews.comai39 days ago
Google Sues Chinese Cybercrime Network Over Gemini AI Use in Phishing Tool
Google filed suit Friday in federal court alleging a Chinese network used its Gemini models to build a phishing kit called Outsider that has generated more than a million fraudulent URLs.
theregister.comtechnology42 days ago
Meta Files to Reopen NSO Group Litigation Over WhatsApp Test Accounts
Meta reported that WhatsApp blocked spear-phishing attempts and test accounts linked to NSO Group targeting users in Jordan and Lebanon. The company asked a federal court to hold NSO in contempt of a permanent injunction.
nbcnews.comworld43 days ago
Meta Accuses NSO Group of Phishing Campaign, Seeks U.S. Government Action
Meta filed a complaint alleging the Israeli firm ran phishing attacks and tested spyware on WhatsApp. The company says NSO Group did not respond to prior notices and is asking U.S. officials for additional measures.
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Techcrunchai49 days agoUpdated
Meta Patches Instagram Support Flaw After Phishers Target High-Profile Accounts
Instagram restored access after hackers used its AI support chatbot to add new emails and reset passwords on multiple accounts. The company confirmed the issue was resolved Monday.
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theverge.comworld50 days ago
FTC Issues Reminder About Phishing Scams Using Fake Party Invitations
The Federal Trade Commission issued a May 26 warning about phishing emails and texts that mimic invitations from Evite and Paperless Post. Victims reported compromised accounts and unauthorized bank transfers after entering login credentials.
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theverge.comworld52 days ago
FTC Alerts Public to Phishing Emails Masquerading as Party Invitations
The Federal Trade Commission issued an alert Tuesday about scam emails that mimic invitations from services such as Paperless Post and Evite. The agency said the messages ask recipients to enter login details or codes to view or reply to the supposed event.
androidheadlines.comtechnology54 days ago
Phishing campaign targets Signal users for recovery keys
A hacking effort is attempting to obtain Signal users' secret recovery keys that unlock cloud message backups. The campaign uses phishing tactics to trick recipients into disclosing the keys.
manilatimes.nettechnology62 days ago
Ocean Raises $28 Million for AI Email Security Platform
Ocean emerged from stealth with $28 million in funding to develop an agentic email security system designed to counter AI-powered phishing. The startup was founded by Shay Shwartz, who previously worked on cybersecurity projects for Israeli defense units.
itnews.com.autechnology68 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…
theweek.comtechnology71 days ago
NS&I Blocked 132,126 Malicious Emails Over Three Years
National Savings and Investments blocked 132,126 malicious emails over three years while phishing incidents rose from 1,043 to 4,414 in the past 12 months. The data, obtained via Freedom of Information request, follows a technical outage that left 37,000 customers unable to acces…
401kspecialistmag.comfinance84 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…
nypost.comworld85 days ago
Phishing Attack Targets Over 300 German Political Accounts via Signal App
Russia is suspected of orchestrating a phishing attack through the Signal app, targeting at least 300 accounts of German political figures, including cabinet members. Hackers posed as Signal Support to gain access to chats and address books. German authorities have been investiga…
Euronewsworld86 days ago
Phishing Attacks Target German Lawmakers via Signal App, Affecting Over 300 Accounts
German and foreign security services have warned of phishing attacks via the Signal app targeting lawmakers and officials, with the German government attributing the campaign to Russia. Victims receive fake messages prompting PIN entry or link clicks, potentially compromising acc…
lifehacker.comtechnology87 days ago
Phishing Scam Uses Spoofed Invitations from Paperless Post, Evite, and Punchbowl
A phishing scam involves fake digital invitations mimicking services from Paperless Post, Evite, and Punchbowl to deliver malicious content. The New York Times reported that these spoofed invitations aim to gain unauthorized access to users' hard drives. Users who interact with t…
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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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Reports Indicate Rise in Phishing Emails Posing as Apple Communications
iPhone users are facing a surge in phishing emails that mimic official Apple messages to obtain sensitive information. The emails target Apple ID and iCloud users with warnings about full storage or account risks. Successful attempts can grant attackers access to photos, contacts…
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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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Security Researchers Uncover Hack-for-Hire Group's Campaign Targeting Android and iCloud
Security researchers have identified a hack-for-hire operation that deployed Android spyware and phishing attacks to access iCloud credentials and compromise devices. The campaign involved targeting victims through multiple methods to steal sensitive data. Details of the operatio…