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Cyber scams are skyrocketing, costing Americans $16B - and this state lost the most to online fraudsters

Cyber scams in 2024 resulted in $16 billion stolen from Americans, a 33% rise from 2023.

Californians reported the highest monetary losses to cybercrime, particularly among the elderly.

Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in Prison

Kipf hacked the death registry to fake his death and evade child support payments.

Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sites

Jesse Kipf was sentenced to prison for faking his death to avoid child support, hacking into government systems to manipulate records.

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

Three men pleaded guilty for running a site assisting cyber criminals to bypass multi-factor authentication, impacting over 12,500 victims in the UK.

DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme Violations

The U.S. indicted five individuals for their roles in a fraudulent IT worker scheme benefiting North Korea.

DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years

14 North Korean nationals indicted for violating U.S. sanctions and engaging in large-scale fraud by working illegally in the U.S.

Cyber scams are skyrocketing, costing Americans $16B - and this state lost the most to online fraudsters

Cyber scams in 2024 resulted in $16 billion stolen from Americans, a 33% rise from 2023.

Californians reported the highest monetary losses to cybercrime, particularly among the elderly.

Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in Prison

Kipf hacked the death registry to fake his death and evade child support payments.

Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sites

Jesse Kipf was sentenced to prison for faking his death to avoid child support, hacking into government systems to manipulate records.

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

Three men pleaded guilty for running a site assisting cyber criminals to bypass multi-factor authentication, impacting over 12,500 victims in the UK.

DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme Violations

The U.S. indicted five individuals for their roles in a fraudulent IT worker scheme benefiting North Korea.

DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years

14 North Korean nationals indicted for violating U.S. sanctions and engaging in large-scale fraud by working illegally in the U.S.

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The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcement

Dutch police seized 127 servers from a Russian hosting service linked to major cyber criminal groups.

Multichannel attacks are becoming a serious threat for enterprises - and AI is fueling the surge

Multichannel attacks are on the rise, significantly exploiting AI advancements.

Organizations lack the necessary defenses against sophisticated multichannel cyber threats.

Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion Letters

BianLian ransomware group is using physical letters for extortion, a shift from typical digital methods.

Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer Weekly

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly transformed the global cyber security landscape, impacting tactics and frequency of cyber threats.

Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to use

Hackers exploit uncensored chatbots like GhostGPT to develop malware and conduct cyber crimes.

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

Proactive measures are needed as AI-related crime is accelerating.

Calls for an AI Crime Taskforce to combat rising threats effectively.

The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcement

Dutch police seized 127 servers from a Russian hosting service linked to major cyber criminal groups.

Multichannel attacks are becoming a serious threat for enterprises - and AI is fueling the surge

Multichannel attacks are on the rise, significantly exploiting AI advancements.

Organizations lack the necessary defenses against sophisticated multichannel cyber threats.

Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion Letters

BianLian ransomware group is using physical letters for extortion, a shift from typical digital methods.

Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer Weekly

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly transformed the global cyber security landscape, impacting tactics and frequency of cyber threats.

Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to use

Hackers exploit uncensored chatbots like GhostGPT to develop malware and conduct cyber crimes.

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

Proactive measures are needed as AI-related crime is accelerating.

Calls for an AI Crime Taskforce to combat rising threats effectively.

morecybersecurity

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How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour? | Computer Weekly

The Labour Party's electoral success may lead to significant reforms in the UK's cyber security strategy, addressing rising cyber threats effectively.

UK's Cyber Crime Down in 2024: Better 'Cyber Hygiene Among Small Businesses

Improved cyber hygiene among small businesses in the UK has led to a decline in reported cyber attacks.

NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer Weekly

Cobalt Strike, a legitimate tool, is exploited by cyber criminals through pirated versions, contributing to major cyber attacks like ransomware incidents.

How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour? | Computer Weekly

The Labour Party's electoral success may lead to significant reforms in the UK's cyber security strategy, addressing rising cyber threats effectively.

UK's Cyber Crime Down in 2024: Better 'Cyber Hygiene Among Small Businesses

Improved cyber hygiene among small businesses in the UK has led to a decline in reported cyber attacks.

NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer Weekly

Cobalt Strike, a legitimate tool, is exploited by cyber criminals through pirated versions, contributing to major cyber attacks like ransomware incidents.

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Student pleads guilty to smuggling software out of GCHQ

A GCHQ student pleaded guilty to downloading sensitive information, raising security risks.

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Former University of Michigan Co-Offensive Coordinator Matthew Weiss arrested for extensive hacking and identity theft involving over 150,000 athletes' data.

Student pleads guilty to smuggling software out of GCHQ

A GCHQ student pleaded guilty to downloading sensitive information, raising security risks.

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Former University of Michigan Co-Offensive Coordinator Matthew Weiss arrested for extensive hacking and identity theft involving over 150,000 athletes' data.

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Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guilty

A US Army soldier pleaded guilty to leaking private call records of individuals, notably involving major telecom companies.

United States Unseals Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Theft of Texas Republican Party Data

Aubrey Cottle was charged for stealing and distributing data from the Texas Republican Party.

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

A former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.

Ex-U-M assistant charged with computer hacking

A former coach hacked into athletes' accounts to obtain private intimate content.

Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guilty

A US Army soldier pleaded guilty to leaking private call records of individuals, notably involving major telecom companies.

United States Unseals Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Theft of Texas Republican Party Data

Aubrey Cottle was charged for stealing and distributing data from the Texas Republican Party.

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

A former Disney employee has been charged with cyber crimes, including endangering diners by manipulating allergen information on menus.

Ex-U-M assistant charged with computer hacking

A former coach hacked into athletes' accounts to obtain private intimate content.

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#online-safety

Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in Hackney

Richard Ehiemere, linked to an online pedophile group, was arrested for blackmailing and abusing teenage girls online.

Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicide

A serial predator was sentenced to life for exploiting and blackmailing vulnerable teens online, causing severe harm and tragic consequences.

Online abuse in the digital age poses significant risks, particularly for vulnerable youth.

Online Harm Groups Pose Unprecedented Risk' to Teens, Says U.K. Crime Agency

Young people face unprecedented online risks from groups promoting sadistic and misogynistic behaviors.

The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politician

An investigation is underway regarding the creation and spread of possibly malicious material targeting public figures in Ireland.

I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuse

Online predators target children of all demographics.

Undercover operations expose the alarming extent of online abuse.

Creating effective decoys for investigations is a meticulous process.

Awareness is crucial for parents to protect their children.

Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in Hackney

Richard Ehiemere, linked to an online pedophile group, was arrested for blackmailing and abusing teenage girls online.

Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicide

A serial predator was sentenced to life for exploiting and blackmailing vulnerable teens online, causing severe harm and tragic consequences.

Online abuse in the digital age poses significant risks, particularly for vulnerable youth.

Online Harm Groups Pose Unprecedented Risk' to Teens, Says U.K. Crime Agency

Young people face unprecedented online risks from groups promoting sadistic and misogynistic behaviors.

The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politician

An investigation is underway regarding the creation and spread of possibly malicious material targeting public figures in Ireland.

I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuse

Online predators target children of all demographics.

Undercover operations expose the alarming extent of online abuse.

Creating effective decoys for investigations is a meticulous process.

Awareness is crucial for parents to protect their children.

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#child-abuse

Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal group

Richard Ehiemere was convicted for facilitating a misogynistic online network that exploited vulnerable individuals, particularly girls, through extreme coercion.

Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: police

A Miami-Dade man was arrested for hoarding child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as two years old.

Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal group

Richard Ehiemere was convicted for facilitating a misogynistic online network that exploited vulnerable individuals, particularly girls, through extreme coercion.

Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: police

A Miami-Dade man was arrested for hoarding child sexual abuse material involving victims as young as two years old.

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FBI notified over 4,300 victims of 'pig butchering' crypto scams in past year

The FBI's initiative has flagged over 4,300 victims of cryptocurrency fraud, helping to save $285 million.

Dark web hacker who made 42k selling unreleased Coldplay tracks is spared jail

A hacker sold unreleased music online, avoiding jail time despite significant copyright offences, highlighting issues with music piracy's impact on artists.

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LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer Weekly

The U.S. has issued a $2.5 million bounty for Belarusian malware developer Volodymyr Kadariya, linked to major cyber crime operations involving the Angler exploit kit.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer Weekly

The U.S. has issued a $2.5 million bounty for Belarusian malware developer Volodymyr Kadariya, linked to major cyber crime operations involving the Angler exploit kit.

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Nigerian cyber fraud suspect extradited to US from Ghana DW 12/13/2024

Nigerian citizen Abiola Kayode was extradited to the US for wire fraud after being on the FBI's Most Wanted list.

#operation-poweroff

Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sites

Europol has launched a major initiative against DDoS attacks by seizing websites and making arrests, especially during the holiday season.

Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFF

International law enforcement is intensifying efforts against DDoS-for-hire services through Operation PowerOFF, focusing on arrests and prevention.

Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sites

Europol has launched a major initiative against DDoS attacks by seizing websites and making arrests, especially during the holiday season.

Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFF

International law enforcement is intensifying efforts against DDoS-for-hire services through Operation PowerOFF, focusing on arrests and prevention.

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#money-laundering

US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heist

Two individuals are facing serious charges for stealing over $230 million in cryptocurrency, highlighting the complexities of crypto-related crime and laundering.

NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer Weekly

UK's NCA disrupts Russian money laundering networks tied to cyber crime, drugs, and firearms trafficking.

US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heist

Two individuals are facing serious charges for stealing over $230 million in cryptocurrency, highlighting the complexities of crypto-related crime and laundering.

NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer Weekly

UK's NCA disrupts Russian money laundering networks tied to cyber crime, drugs, and firearms trafficking.

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#child-protection

Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortion

A predator used sextortion tactics against hundreds of underage victims, resulting in a 17-year prison sentence for extreme exploitation.

U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunch

A UK man was sentenced to 18 years for using AI to create and sell child sexual abuse imagery.

Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortion

A predator used sextortion tactics against hundreds of underage victims, resulting in a 17-year prison sentence for extreme exploitation.

U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunch

A UK man was sentenced to 18 years for using AI to create and sell child sexual abuse imagery.

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AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutors

Federal prosecutors intensify efforts against generative AI misuse for child exploitation due to concerns over normalization and increased illicit content.

Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick Airport

Sean Francis McGranaghan was sentenced to over six years in prison for attempting sexual communication with children.

AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutors

Federal prosecutors intensify efforts against generative AI misuse for child exploitation due to concerns over normalization and increased illicit content.

Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick Airport

Sean Francis McGranaghan was sentenced to over six years in prison for attempting sexual communication with children.

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#fbi-investigation

Trump campaign hack traced to three Iranians seeking to disrupt election, DOJ says

Iranian hackers targeted U.S. electoral process, revealing foreign threats to election integrity.

Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs

A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.

Trump campaign hack traced to three Iranians seeking to disrupt election, DOJ says

Iranian hackers targeted U.S. electoral process, revealing foreign threats to election integrity.

Feds claim sinister sysadmin locked up thousands of PCs

A former engineer threatened to shut down servers in a ransom scheme that could lead to a 35-year prison sentence.

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Gardai investigating 'incident of endangerment' at Aviva Stadium seize drone

Gardaí are investigating a serious incident at the Aviva Stadium involving a drone and have seized electronic devices as part of their ongoing inquiry.

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov awaits charges in France as firm denies law-breaking

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, is detained in France under investigation for allegations of failure to cooperate with law enforcement on multiple serious crimes.

In Russia, questions swirl over arrest of Telegram boss

Pavel Durov's arrest in Paris has sparked significant mystery and speculation about potential charges and implications related to his platform, Telegram.

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov awaits charges in France as firm denies law-breaking

Pavel Durov, CEO of Telegram, is detained in France under investigation for allegations of failure to cooperate with law enforcement on multiple serious crimes.

In Russia, questions swirl over arrest of Telegram boss

Pavel Durov's arrest in Paris has sparked significant mystery and speculation about potential charges and implications related to his platform, Telegram.

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#ransomware

The UN finally unanimously agrees on cybercrime treaty

UN approved Russia's proposal against cyber crime despite opposition from tech companies and privacy activists.

Who is RansomHub? Looks like a Knight reboot

RansomHub is likely associated with the Knight ransomware gang.

The UN finally unanimously agrees on cybercrime treaty

UN approved Russia's proposal against cyber crime despite opposition from tech companies and privacy activists.

Who is RansomHub? Looks like a Knight reboot

RansomHub is likely associated with the Knight ransomware gang.

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NCA cracks digitalstress DDoS-for-hire operation | Computer Weekly

The NCA disrupted digitalstress.su, unearthing cyber criminal activities, showing vulnerabilities of such domains, and gathering data for future law enforcement actions.

How companies are using automation and AI for cloud security

Cloud data is increasingly targeted by cyber criminals; identity-based techniques like credential theft are popular tactics.

Generative AI tools are expected to be utilized by cyber crime groups for faster attacks, but also have potential for securing cloud instances.

The College Student Who Lived a Secret Double Life as a Millionaire Crypto Bandit

Cryptocurrency conference attendee fell victim to sim swapping, losing $100,000 instantly, highlighting the vulnerability of crypto assets to cyber crimes.

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Cyber scams are skyrocketing, costing Americans $16B - and this state lost the most to online fraudsters

Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in Prison

Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sites

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme Violations

DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years

Cyber scams are skyrocketing, costing Americans $16B - and this state lost the most to online fraudsters

Man Who U.S. Says Faked Death to Avoid Child Support Gets 81 Months in Prison

Deadbeat dad faked his own death by hacking government sites

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

DoJ Indicts 5 Individuals for $866K North Korean IT Worker Scheme Violations

DoJ Indicts 14 North Koreans for $88M IT Worker Fraud Scheme Over Six Years

The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcement

Multichannel attacks are becoming a serious threat for enterprises - and AI is fueling the surge

Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion Letters

Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer Weekly

Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to use

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

The Zservers takedown is another big win for law enforcement

Multichannel attacks are becoming a serious threat for enterprises - and AI is fueling the surge

Bogus 'BianLian' Gang Sends Snail-Mail Extortion Letters

Reflecting on three years of cyber warfare in Ukraine | Computer Weekly

Hackers are using a new AI chatbot to wage cyber attacks: GhostGPT lets users write malicious code, create malware, and curate phishing emails - and it costs just $50 to use

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour? | Computer Weekly

UK's Cyber Crime Down in 2024: Better 'Cyber Hygiene Among Small Businesses

NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer Weekly

How might the UK's cyber landscape change under Labour? | Computer Weekly

UK's Cyber Crime Down in 2024: Better 'Cyber Hygiene Among Small Businesses

NCA's Operation Morpheus targets illicit Cobalt Strike use | Computer Weekly

Student pleads guilty to smuggling software out of GCHQ

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Student pleads guilty to smuggling software out of GCHQ

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guilty

United States Unseals Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Theft of Texas Republican Party Data

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

Ex-U-M assistant charged with computer hacking

Army soldier linked to Snowflake extortion to plead guilty

United States Unseals Charges Against Aubrey Cottle for Theft of Texas Republican Party Data

Why you should always offboard outgoing staff: A disgruntled ex-Disney employee targeted former colleagues with DDoS attacks and hacked its menu system to change peanut allergen information

Ex-U-M assistant charged with computer hacking

Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in Hackney

Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicide

Online Harm Groups Pose Unprecedented Risk' to Teens, Says U.K. Crime Agency

The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politician

I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuse

Dramatic moment paedophile, 21, linked to neo-Nazi abuse cult is arrested in Hackney

Predator in UK's largest catfishing case' drove 12-year-old girl to suicide

Online Harm Groups Pose Unprecedented Risk' to Teens, Says U.K. Crime Agency

The Indo Daily: Deepfake: Garda probe into phoney topless images of female politician

I quit Big Tech to hunt pedos after being disturbed by online abuse

Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal group

Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: police

Hackney man downloaded child sex abuse images and shared to online criminal group

Miami-Dade man jailed for hoarding child porn - including victims as young as 2: police

FBI notified over 4,300 victims of 'pig butchering' crypto scams in past year

Dark web hacker who made 42k selling unreleased Coldplay tracks is spared jail

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

US offers $2.5m bounty for on-the-run malware dev | Computer Weekly

Nigerian cyber fraud suspect extradited to US from Ghana DW 12/13/2024

Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sites

Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFF

Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sites

Global Police Action Against DDoS Attackers: Operation PowerOFF

US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heist

NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer Weekly

US indicts two over socially engineered $230M+ crypto heist

NCA takes out network that laundered ransomware payments | Computer Weekly

Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortion

U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunch

Man posing as YouTube star jailed for global sextortion

U.K. man who used AI to create child sexual abuse imagery sentenced to 18 years in prison | TechCrunch

AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutors

Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick Airport

AI-generated child sex abuse images pose challenges for federal prosecutors

Norbury paedophile who sent sexual messages to kids arrested at Gatwick Airport

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