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Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 hours ago

Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime

Triad Nexus is a cybercrime network responsible for over $200 million in losses through scams and money laundering, using various techniques to evade sanctions.
EU data protection
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

LeakBase seized, arrests made as part of global action - DataBreaches.Net

LeakBase, a major cybercrime forum for trading stolen data and credentials, was dismantled through coordinated international law enforcement operations resulting in approximately 100 enforcement actions and arrests of key users.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

FBI: Cybercrime Losses Neared $21 Billion in 2025

Cyber-enabled crime losses increased by 26% in 2025, nearing $21 billion, with investment fraud being the most significant contributor.
#cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
1 day 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
fromTheregister
4 days ago

US, UK, Canadian cops disrupt $45M global crypto scam

A global cryptocurrency scam was disrupted, recovering $12 million and identifying over 20,000 fraud-linked wallet addresses across 30 countries.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

$45 Million in Crypto Fraud Mapped as Operation Atlantic Identifies Victims Across US, UK, Canada

Operation Atlantic froze over $12 million in suspected criminal proceeds and identified more than 20,000 victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud.
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
1 day 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
fromTheregister
4 days ago

US, UK, Canadian cops disrupt $45M global crypto scam

A global cryptocurrency scam was disrupted, recovering $12 million and identifying over 20,000 fraud-linked wallet addresses across 30 countries.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

$45 Million in Crypto Fraud Mapped as Operation Atlantic Identifies Victims Across US, UK, Canada

Operation Atlantic froze over $12 million in suspected criminal proceeds and identified more than 20,000 victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Chelsea man sentenced for stealing mail, fraudulently depositing checks

Josman Romero-Delgado was sentenced for his role in a mail theft and bank fraud scheme involving stolen checks.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Drug task force seizes 90 pounds of fentanyl from three separate Manhattan and Bronx narcotics mills

Police, in partnership with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), shut down three large fentanyl operations in the Bronx and Manhattan, seizing a total of 90 pounds of fentanyl worth around $7.5 million.
New York City
US news
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Fall River woman who led sex trafficking ring with 5 others pleads guilty

Christy Parker pleaded guilty to sex trafficking minors and adults, using coercion and violence to exploit victims across multiple states.
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

How cocaine trafficking actually works, according to a former drug smuggler

Andrew Pritchard initially smuggled cocaine for the UK club scene using hard-sided suitcases packed with concealed drugs and decoy luggage to evade airport security.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Arrests as hundreds of stolen phones found in raid

We understand mobile phone theft remains a major concern for Londoners and that's why we have worked hard to drive down offending. Seizures such as this show that we are not only targeting individual phone snatchers, but also those who handle and profit from stolen devices.
London politics
World news
fromWIRED
4 days ago

China Is Cracking Down on Scams. Just Not the Ones Hitting Americans

Governments struggle to combat industrial-scale scamming operations linked to organized crime, causing billions in losses, particularly affecting foreign victims.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Hack-for-hire group caught targeting Android devices and iCloud backups | TechCrunch

A hack-for-hire group is targeting journalists and officials in the Middle East and North Africa using phishing and spyware tactics.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

New Apple Scam Hits Millions of iPhone Users Worldwide, Draining Bank Accounts

Apple warns iPhone users about a surge in social engineering scams targeting bank accounts through panic-inducing messages.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
20 hours ago

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

The FBI dismantled a global phishing operation, W3LL, targeting over 17,000 victims and facilitating over $20 million in fraud.
#kraken
Information security
fromFinbold
2 hours ago

Kraken insider extortion reveals remote work security blind spot

Kraken experienced an insider security breach affecting 2,000 client accounts, highlighting vulnerabilities in remote-first working models.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
21 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
Information security
fromFinbold
2 hours ago

Kraken insider extortion reveals remote work security blind spot

Kraken experienced an insider security breach affecting 2,000 client accounts, highlighting vulnerabilities in remote-first working models.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
21 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
#ice
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
US politics
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

ICE confirms it deployed Paragon spyware inside the United States for drug trafficking cases - Silicon Canals

ICE is using commercial spyware domestically, raising constitutional concerns about warrantless surveillance and lack of oversight.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

ICE says it bought Paragon's spyware to use in drug trafficking cases | TechCrunch

ICE has utilized spyware from Paragon Solutions to combat drug trafficking and foreign terrorist organizations' use of encrypted communications.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

FinCEN proposes new AML rule for financial institutions

FinCEN proposed a rule to reform AML/CFT programs, focusing on effectiveness and reducing compliance burdens for financial institutions.
#phishing
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
23 hours ago

FBI and Indonesian Police Dismantle W3LL Phishing Network Behind $20M Fraud Attempts

The FBI and Indonesian National Police dismantled a global phishing operation using the W3LL toolkit, preventing over $20 million in fraud.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago

Hackers Use Fake Resumes to Steal Enterprise Credentials and Deploy Crypto Miner

A phishing campaign targets French-speaking corporations with fake resumes, deploying malware for credential theft and cryptocurrency mining.
UK news
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Gardai target 'bogus company' linked to Black Axe romance fraud after elderly woman scammed out of six-figure sum

Two men arrested in Clondalkin as part of a crackdown on the Black Axe crime network linked to romance fraud.
Poker
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Revealed: the vast illegal casino network targeting UK gamblers

Andres Markou, the supposed CEO of MyStake, is an AI-generated decoy for a network of illegal online casinos.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

US Government Sends 2.44 BTC From Drug Case to Coinbase Prime in Fresh Wallet Activity

The U.S. government transferred 2.44 BTC, valued over $177,000, linked to a steroid trafficking case to Coinbase Prime on April 10, 2026.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Ex-Met officer admits role in car insurance scam

An ex-Metropolitan Police officer admitted to participating in a 'crash for cash' scam for financial gain, leading to multiple fraudulent claims.
#ransomware
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
19 hours ago

JanelaRAT Malware Targets Latin American Banks with 14,739 Attacks in Brazil in 2025

JanelaRAT malware targets financial institutions in Latin America, stealing sensitive data and employing advanced infection techniques.
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Hacker stole 700,000 from U.K. energy company by redirecting payment | TechCrunch

Zephyr Energy lost £700,000 due to a hacker redirecting a payment meant for a contractor into a fraudulent account.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Weekly Recap: Fiber Optic Spying, Windows Rootkit, AI Vulnerability Hunting and More

A critical zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is actively exploited, alongside state-sponsored cyber threats targeting U.S. infrastructure.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Information security
fromTheregister
4 days ago

'Several dozen' orgs targeted by a new extortion crew

A new extortion crew, UNC6783, targets high-value corporations using phishing and social engineering tactics to steal sensitive data.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

Hacker stole 700,000 from U.K. energy company by redirecting payment | TechCrunch

Zephyr Energy lost £700,000 due to a hacker redirecting a payment meant for a contractor into a fraudulent account.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Treasury debuts effort to share cyber threat intel with crypto firms

The Treasury Department will share cyber threat intelligence with cryptocurrency firms to enhance their cybersecurity measures against increasing threats.
#bitcoin-depot
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago
Cryptocurrency

$3.6 Million Stolen in Bitcoin Depot Hack

Bitcoin Depot reported a theft of approximately $3.6 million in bitcoin due to a cyber intrusion into its IT systems.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago
Cryptocurrency

Crypto ATM Giant Discloses $3.7 Million Bitcoin Theft Following Cyberattack

Bitcoin Depot lost over 50 bitcoins in a cyberattack, prompting a review of IT security and potential regulatory implications.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Crypto ATM Giant Discloses $3.7 Million Bitcoin Theft Following Cyberattack

Bitcoin Depot lost over 50 bitcoins in a cyberattack, prompting a review of IT security and potential regulatory implications.
Information security
fromTheregister
17 hours ago

Ransomware scum, other crims exploit 4 old Microsoft bugs

Four Microsoft vulnerabilities are actively exploited, including one from 2012, prompting CISA to urge federal agencies to patch them within two weeks.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Meta, cops deploy AI and handcuffs in scam crackdown

Meta deployed anti-scam tools across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Messenger, including device-linking warnings and suspicious friend request alerts, while law enforcement disrupted scam networks and arrested 21 fraudsters.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

FBI Sting Operation Exposes Crypto Price Rigging Network as 10 Foreign Nationals Charged, Over $1M Seized

Federal crackdown reveals a network of alleged crypto price manipulation, highlighting increased enforcement risks for digital asset firms.
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

MITRE Releases Fight Fraud Framework

"These incidents involve the intentional use of deceptive or illegal practices to fraudulently obtain money, assets, or information from individuals or institutions, and include actions carried out over cyber channels."
Information security
#atm-jackpotting
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Science

FBI says ATM 'jackpotting' attacks are on the rise, and netting hackers millions in stolen cash | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Science

FBI says ATM 'jackpotting' attacks are on the rise, and netting hackers millions in stolen cash | TechCrunch

Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Spanish police probe links between Dublin fintech and drug cartel's money laundering

An Irish firm was connected to an unlicensed digital bank that enabled a cocaine gang to move money from Europe to South America.
#cryptocurrency-fraud
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
6 days ago

American Crypto Fraud Topped $11 Billion In 2025, Shattering Records: FBI

Cryptocurrency-related fraud caused over $11.3 billion in losses for Americans in 2025, representing more than half of all cybercrime losses.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
6 days ago

American Crypto Fraud Topped $11 Billion In 2025, Shattering Records: FBI

Cryptocurrency-related fraud caused over $11.3 billion in losses for Americans in 2025, representing more than half of all cybercrime losses.
US news
fromWIRED
1 month ago

An FBI 'Asset' Helped Run a Dark Web Site That Sold Fentanyl-Laced Drugs for Years

An FBI-controlled informant ran a staff role on the Incognito dark web market while allegedly approving fentanyl-tainted pill sales linked to at least one death.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

Stolen Logins Are Fueling Everything From Ransomware to Nation-State Cyberattacks

Stolen credentials significantly enhance ransomware attacks, enabling illegitimate access and operational disruption within networks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Files cast light on Jeffrey Epstein's ties to cryptocurrency

Documents published last week by the US Department of Justice reveal Epstein bankrolled the principal home and funding source for bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, during its nascent stages; he also invested $3m in Coinbase in 2014, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the US, and cut a check that same year to Blockstream, a prominent bitcoin-focused technology firm. Both crypto startups accepted Epstein's investments in 2014 six years after his 2008 conviction in Florida for soliciting prostitution from a minor.
US news
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

Aisuru and Kimwolf DDoS Botnets Disrupted in International Operation

The US Justice Department disrupted several IoT botnets used for DDoS attacks, targeting Aisuru, Kimwolf, JackSkid, and Mossad.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

US Takes Down Botnets Used in Record-Breaking Cyberattacks

The US Department of Justice, working with the cybercrime-fighting agency within the US Department of Defense known as the Defense Criminal Investigative Service, announced that it had dismantled four massive botnets in a single operation, removing the command-and-control servers used to commandeer the hacker-run armies of compromised devices known by the names JackSkid, Mossad, Aisuru, and Kimwolf.
Information security
Information security
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

AI-driven fraud far more profitable, Interpol warns

AI-enhanced financial fraud schemes are 4.5 times more profitable than non-AI schemes, with criminals using generative AI to improve text quality, create deepfakes, and scale operations efficiently.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Interpol obliterates cyber criminal infrastructure | Computer Weekly

Interpol's Operation Synergia III neutralized 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers across 72 countries, resulting in 94 arrests and over 100 investigations targeting cyber fraud, phishing, malware, and ransomware infrastructure.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Interpol sinkholes 45,000 IPs linked to global cybercrime

Interpol arrested 94 cybercriminals across multiple countries during Operation Synergia III, seizing 212 devices and sinkholing over 45,000 malicious IP addresses linked to phishing, romance scams, and credit card fraud.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Europol-Led Operation Takes Down Tycoon 2FA Phishing-as-a-Service Linked to 64,000 Attacks

Law enforcement and security companies dismantled Tycoon 2FA, a major phishing-as-a-service toolkit that facilitated credential harvesting attacks affecting nearly 100,000 organizations globally.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 months ago

For the price of Netflix, crooks can rent AI crime ops

AI tools, including Dark LLMs and deepfakes, have commodified cybercrime into rentable, automated services that enable large-scale impersonation and fraud.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 months ago

LLMs Hijacked, Monetized in 'Operation Bizarre Bazaar'

Cybercriminals systematically scan, hijack, and monetize exposed self-hosted LLM and MCP endpoints to resell access, exfiltrate data, and move laterally.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Ransomware crims forced to take off-RAMP as FBI seizes forum

US law enforcement seized the RAMP cybercrime forum's domains, disrupting a major marketplace used by ransomware groups, extortionists, and initial access brokers.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Microsoft DCU uses UK courts to hunt down cyber criminals | Computer Weekly

Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit disrupted the RedVDS cybercrime-as-a-service network, seizing domains and coordinating international law enforcement to halt large-scale fraud.
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