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France news
fromThe Local France
3 hours ago

France charges 88 over crypto kidnappings

French prosecutors charged 88 individuals in connection with cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, including over 10 minors, amid rising extortion cases.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Armed Men Steal $820K in Crypto From French Family in Ploudalmezeau Home Invasion

Two armed men held a family hostage in Ploudalmezeau, forcing an $820,000 crypto transfer, amid a rise in cryptocurrency-linked kidnappings in France.
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

International Operation Targets Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Theft Schemes

Operation Atlantic targets multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft, freezing $12 million in stolen assets and identifying over $45 million in stolen funds.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 hours ago

France charges 88 over crypto kidnappings

French prosecutors charged 88 individuals in connection with cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, including over 10 minors, amid rising extortion cases.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Armed Men Steal $820K in Crypto From French Family in Ploudalmezeau Home Invasion

Two armed men held a family hostage in Ploudalmezeau, forcing an $820,000 crypto transfer, amid a rise in cryptocurrency-linked kidnappings in France.
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

International Operation Targets Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Theft Schemes

Operation Atlantic targets multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft, freezing $12 million in stolen assets and identifying over $45 million in stolen funds.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
12 hours ago

Singapore Police and Crypto Exchanges Launch Joint Operation Against Scam-Linked Accounts

Singapore police intensified enforcement against scam-related crypto activity with major exchanges to curb fraud risks.
World news
fromIndependent
13 hours ago

Decryption tech breakthrough that helped snare Kinahan may now take down his army of hitmen

Deciphered phone messages led to the arrest of Daniel Kinahan and may help dismantle his criminal organization.
#data-privacy
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
20 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
20 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

States' deed theft protection measures tracked by new tool

EquityProtect launched a Scorecard to track deed theft and property title fraud legislation across all states, revealing significant vulnerabilities in property protection.
#cybersecurity
fromMail Online
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
Information security

Chinese hackers are using everyday devices to hack UK firms, warns watchdog

British businesses must enhance vigilance against China-linked hacking using everyday devices for espionage.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
1 day ago

How to create secure passwords - it might be time to switch to passkey

Using unique passwords and transitioning to passkeys enhances online security and reduces the risk of cyber threats.
Startup companies
fromFuturism
2 hours ago

Your Former Employer Is Selling Your Slacks and Emails to Train AI

Founders of defunct startups are monetizing their digital remains, such as Slack messages and emails, through a growing ecosystem of buyers and middlemen.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
18 hours ago

FBI joins the probe into the disappearance of a SoCal grandpa linked to a crypto fortune

Naiping Hou, 74, went missing under suspicious circumstances, prompting an FBI investigation into his disappearance and the condition of his home.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | China
1 day ago

The US just told China to stop copying its AI. Enforcing that is the hard part.

The White House accused China of industrial-scale theft of American AI models and committed to sharing intelligence with US companies.
Film
fromThe Verge
22 hours ago

The person who allegedly leaked Paramount's new Avatar movie has been arrested

A suspect has been arrested for leaking the upcoming Avatar Aang movie online ahead of its release.
DevOps
fromTechRepublic
2 years ago

What is Cloud Security? Fundamental Guide

Cloud security requires specialized processes and technologies to protect assets and data from evolving threats in a dynamic environment.
#us-ai-policy
European startups
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Trump Administration Vows Crackdown on Chinese Companies 'Exploiting' AI Models Made in US

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Trump administration vows crackdown on China's 'exploiting' of AI models made in the U.S.

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Trump Administration Vows Crackdown on Chinese Companies 'Exploiting' AI Models Made in US

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
European startups
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Trump administration vows crackdown on China's 'exploiting' of AI models made in the U.S.

The Trump administration aims to combat foreign exploitation of U.S. AI models, particularly targeting China amid rising competition in the AI sector.
#child-protection
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
20 hours ago

EU child safety push stalls as ePrivacy derogation expires, age verification app hacked, and CSA Regulation stuck in trilogue

Europe's child protection efforts conflict with privacy laws, complicating the detection of online child exploitation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
Law

Superhighways for child sexual abuse': California lawmakers seek tougher rules for big tech

California lawmakers propose a bill to hold social media companies accountable for child sexual abuse material on their platforms.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
20 hours ago

EU child safety push stalls as ePrivacy derogation expires, age verification app hacked, and CSA Regulation stuck in trilogue

Europe's child protection efforts conflict with privacy laws, complicating the detection of online child exploitation.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Superhighways for child sexual abuse': California lawmakers seek tougher rules for big tech

California lawmakers propose a bill to hold social media companies accountable for child sexual abuse material on their platforms.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms

The White House aims to combat foreign exploitation of US AI technology, particularly by China, through enhanced cooperation with American firms.
#cybercrime
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Police arrest 3 people in cybercrime investigation, seize SMS blasters' used to defraud victims | CBC News

Three individuals were arrested in Toronto for using SMS blasters to defraud victims through fraudulent text messages.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Police arrest 3 people in cybercrime investigation, seize SMS blasters' used to defraud victims | CBC News

Three individuals were arrested in Toronto for using SMS blasters to defraud victims through fraudulent text messages.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require careful management.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require careful management.
Apple
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Apple stops weirdly storing data that let cops spy on Signal chats

Signal's patch deletes preserved notifications and prevents future preservation for deleted apps, but user concerns about privacy remain.
#child-sexual-abuse
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Number of websites selling child abuse images double in 12 months

The number of websites trafficking child sexual abuse images has doubled, reaching over 15,000, highlighting systemic failures in combating this issue.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Criminal gangs profiting as child sexual abuse websites double, experts say

The number of commercial child sexual abuse websites has doubled in a year, highlighting a significant increase in online exploitation by criminal gangs.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Number of websites selling child abuse images double in 12 months

The number of websites trafficking child sexual abuse images has doubled, reaching over 15,000, highlighting systemic failures in combating this issue.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Criminal gangs profiting as child sexual abuse websites double, experts say

The number of commercial child sexual abuse websites has doubled in a year, highlighting a significant increase in online exploitation by criminal gangs.
#ai
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
Information security
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Brace yourself for a flood of patches in all of your tech gadgets

Mythos, Anthropic's AI model, identifies software vulnerabilities, prompting urgent updates to prevent exploitation by hackers.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

AI Can Autonomously Hack Cloud Systems With Minimal Oversight: Researchers

AI systems can autonomously hack cloud environments, demonstrating advanced capabilities in executing sophisticated attacks without specific instructions.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck.Got personal financial, medical data you'd like to keep private? Good luck. - Harvard Gazette

New AI models may increase the risk of cybercriminals breaching secure systems, exposing personal data.
Information security
fromFast Company
3 days ago

Brace yourself for a flood of patches in all of your tech gadgets

Mythos, Anthropic's AI model, identifies software vulnerabilities, prompting urgent updates to prevent exploitation by hackers.
#ransomware
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Former FBI official proposes terror designations for ransomware hackers targeting hospitals

Ransomware actors targeting critical infrastructure may be designated as terrorists, allowing for expanded legal actions against them.
Law
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Third ransomware pro pleads guilty to cybercrime U-turn

Angelo Martino pleaded guilty to aiding the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang in extorting US businesses.
Law
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

Ransomware Negotiator Pleads Guilty to Aiding BlackCat Attacks in 2023

A ransomware negotiator pleaded guilty to aiding BlackCat ransomware attacks against U.S. companies in 2023.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Former FBI official proposes terror designations for ransomware hackers targeting hospitals

Ransomware actors targeting critical infrastructure may be designated as terrorists, allowing for expanded legal actions against them.
Law
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Third ransomware pro pleads guilty to cybercrime U-turn

Angelo Martino pleaded guilty to aiding the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang in extorting US businesses.
Law
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

Ransomware Negotiator Pleads Guilty to Aiding BlackCat Attacks in 2023

A ransomware negotiator pleaded guilty to aiding BlackCat ransomware attacks against U.S. companies in 2023.
Fundraising
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Company has more than 2m stolen from account following cyber attack

Future Energy Capital Limited lost over €2m due to a cyber attack last October.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 hours ago

France Charges 88 Over Crypto Kidnappings as Attacks Average One Every 2.5 Days in 2026

The national anti-organized crime prosecutor's investigation revealed that structured criminal networks are actively recruiting participants and systematically targeting the families of known cryptocurrency holders.
France news
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
16 hours ago

US Offers $10M Reward as DOJ Restrains Over $700M in Crypto From Scam Centers Targeting Americans

U.S. intensifies crackdown on Southeast Asian scam centers and crypto laundering targeting Americans, with $700M in seizures and a $10M reward for information.
#ai-security
Intellectual property law
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

White House Says China-Linked Actors Tried to 'Steal American AI'

Foreign entities, particularly from China, are allegedly extracting American AI models through unauthorized methods, raising national security concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
2 days ago

U.S. accuses China of "industrial-scale" campaigns to steal AI secrets

China-based actors are using proxy accounts to exploit U.S. AI models and extract proprietary information.
Intellectual property law
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

White House Says China-Linked Actors Tried to 'Steal American AI'

Foreign entities, particularly from China, are allegedly extracting American AI models through unauthorized methods, raising national security concerns.
Privacy professionals
fromAxios
2 days ago

U.S. accuses China of "industrial-scale" campaigns to steal AI secrets

China-based actors are using proxy accounts to exploit U.S. AI models and extract proprietary information.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 hours ago

Iran's Infowar: Lego, AI and ever tightening control

The Iranian government employs innovative online strategies for international PR while enforcing strict internet controls domestically.
Information security
fromIT Brew
1 day ago

Asking around: When does ransomware threat intelligence become noise?

Effective threat intelligence requires filtering information relevant to specific market segments to avoid overwhelming alerts.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

US Going Deeper Into The Red Now That The IRS Is Sharing Tax Data With ICE - Above the Law

Immigrants significantly contribute to the US economy, helping to offset national debt and budget deficits despite lower hourly wages.
Film
fromKotaku
1 day ago

Alleged Avatar Movie Leaker Arrested In Singapore

A man was arrested for hacking and leaking the film Avatar: Aang, facing up to seven years in prison.
Business intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The Hidden Data Liability Every Leader Needs to Address Now

Data is no longer endlessly renewable; companies face a 'data liability gap' affecting AI systems and data recovery responsibilities.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Met investigates hundreds of officers after using Palantir AI tool

The Metropolitan police are investigating hundreds of officers using AI to uncover misconduct, resulting in arrests for serious offenses including corruption and sexual assault.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

53 DDoS Domains Taken Down by Law Enforcement

Law enforcement in 21 countries coordinated to disrupt DDoS-for-hire services, resulting in arrests and the takedown of numerous domains.
#agentic-ai
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Why Cybersecurity Must Rethink Defense in the Age of Autonomous Agents

Agentic AI is transforming cybersecurity, presenting both opportunities for defenders and risks for attackers, necessitating a strategic response from the industry.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Village Voice
1 day ago

Which VPN makes sense for crypto traders in 2026? - The Village Voice

Crypto traders must choose VPNs based on technical fundamentals like protocol choices, logging policies, and security features to protect their activities.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.
France news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

ZachXBT Helped Freeze $800K After French Streamer's Dad Was Kidnapped in Crypto Ransom Plot

ZachXBT and Binance Security froze $800,000 of a $2 million crypto ransom paid after a 2023 kidnapping in France.
#ai-regulation
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago

Palantir is reportedly helping the IRS investigate financial crimes | TechCrunch

The IRS has paid the firm $130 million since 2018 to use its data analysis software to pore over financial records for investigative purposes, according to public records detailing Palantir's IRS contract.
Privacy professionals
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Inflated AI Claims Are Under Fire-and the Regulatory Reckoning Is Coming | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is a significant capital markets issue, with regulators increasingly scrutinizing companies' claims about their AI capabilities.
Information security
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Mythos meeting focused on the wrong AI risk to banks. Here's the one nobody is talking about | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is transforming fraud into a machine-driven, scalable threat, posing risks beyond traditional cyber attacks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 days ago

Inflated AI Claims Are Under Fire-and the Regulatory Reckoning Is Coming | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is a significant capital markets issue, with regulators increasingly scrutinizing companies' claims about their AI capabilities.
Information security
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Mythos meeting focused on the wrong AI risk to banks. Here's the one nobody is talking about | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is transforming fraud into a machine-driven, scalable threat, posing risks beyond traditional cyber attacks.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

CLARITY Act Gains New Urgency as More Than 100 Crypto Organizations Urge Senate Action

Over 100 organizations urge Congress to expedite the CLARITY Act for U.S. crypto market structure and competitiveness.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate To Advance Clarity Act

Over 100 crypto firms urge U.S. Senate to advance market structure legislation to prevent innovation and capital from leaving the country.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Now, even ransomware is using post-quantum cryptography

Kyber's use of PQC key-exchange algorithms serves more as a marketing tactic than a practical security measure against imminent quantum threats.
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

FBI Director Kash Patel To Speak At Bitcoin 2026 Conference About "Ending The War On Bitcoin"

Kash Patel, confirmed as FBI Director in February 2025, has personal holdings in Bitcoin ETFs and Bitcoin miner Core Scientific, indicating a vested interest in the cryptocurrency sector.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Another spyware maker caught distributing fake Android snooping apps | TechCrunch

Morpheus, a new malware identified by Osservatorio Nessuno, masquerades as a phone updating app and is capable of stealing a broad range of data from an intended target's device.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Dev targeted by sophisticated job scam

Vujičić noted that he receives daily messages about job offers, with a personal record of eight in one day, indicating the prevalence of recruitment scams targeting crypto professionals.
Information security
fromCointelegraph
4 days ago

Fake Police Raid Scam Forces Victim to Send $1M in Bitcoin

The French case illustrates how attackers used a fake police raid and violence to force a Bitcoin transfer worth $1 million, bypassing encryption entirely by compelling the victim to authorize the transaction.
Cryptocurrency
Information security
fromWIRED
3 days ago

AI Tools Are Helping Mediocre North Korean Hackers Steal Millions

AI tools have enabled unskilled hackers to execute sophisticated cybercrime operations, resulting in significant financial theft.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Meta tracking employee keystrokes to train AI is probably legal. Experts say that doesn't make it ethical

Meta Platforms is implementing software to track employee computer usage to train AI models, raising privacy concerns amid potential layoffs.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Lazarus Group Suspected of Moving $175M in ETH After Arbitrum Freezes $71M From KelpDAO Exploit

Lazarus Group drained 116,500 rsETH from KelpDAO, with significant funds frozen and laundered through various protocols.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Surveillance vendors caught abusing access to telcos to track people's phone locations, researchers say | TechCrunch

Two spying campaigns exploit telecom infrastructure weaknesses to track individuals' locations, revealing ongoing vulnerabilities in global phone networks.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
6 days ago

FATF Calls for Rapid Global Crypto Standards Rollout as Cross-Border Enforcement Gaps Raise Systemic Risks

FATF pressures jurisdictions to enforce crypto regulations faster, increasing scrutiny on stablecoins and accountability for compliance gaps.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 days ago

The shadowy SIM farms behind those incessant scam texts - and how to stay safe

SIM farms are used by cybercriminals for financial fraud, spam, phishing, and online product scalping.
Privacy professionals
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

The Privacy-Security Partnership: How We Bend Risk in a Resource Crunch

Fewer privacy practitioners feel confident in meeting laws, while resource shortages and compliance challenges increase stress in the field.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
3 days ago

Fake Google Antigravity Installer Can Steal Accounts in Minutes

A fake Google Antigravity download exposes user accounts to compromise by delivering malware alongside the legitimate application.
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