€34 Million in Crypto Seized from eXch for Facilitating Money Laundering In a significant crackdown on illicit activities within the cryptocurrency sphere, authorities have successfully seized a staggering €34 million from eXch, an exchange platform allegedly involved in facilitating money laundering. This bold move not only underscores the growing concerns surrounding the misuse of digital […]
LockBit ransomware hacked, data on affiliates leaked
Law enforcement may benefit from ransomware group data leak The recent hack of LockBit ransomware has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity world, as sensitive data on affiliates has been leaked. This breach not only poses a significant threat to businesses and individuals but also presents a unique opportunity for law enforcement agencies to gain valuable […]
UK police struggle to contain online misinformation
UK Police Struggle to Contain Online Misinformation In 2024, the United Kingdom was rocked by a series of riots that were fueled, in part, by the spread of misinformation online. The posts related to the riots were allowed to propagate unchecked, largely due to regulatory delays and challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in combating […]
War on drugs: New portable detector can sniff out fentanyl, opioids in streets, clubs
The War on Drugs: New Portable Detector Can Sniff Out Fentanyl and Opioids in Streets and Clubs Globally, an unseen crisis is emerging as street drugs are frequently laced with dangerous, undetectable substances like fentanyl and opioids. These lethal additives have been responsible for a significant increase in drug-related deaths and overdoses, posing a severe […]
US and Canadian authorities launch operation to combat Ethereum scam
Operation Avalanche: US and Canadian Authorities Join Forces to Combat Ethereum Scam In a significant collaborative effort, US and Canadian authorities recently launched ‘Operation Avalanche’ to combat a major Ethereum phishing scam that had been plaguing unsuspecting victims. This joint operation not only successfully disrupted the fraudulent scheme but also paved the way for victims […]
Cyborg 1.0: Thai Robocop patrols streets with 360° eyes, live face-tracking power
Cyborg 1.0: Thai Robocop Patrols Streets with 360° Eyes, Live Face-Tracking Power Thailand has unveiled its first AI-powered police robot, deployed during the Songkran festival in Nakhon. This innovative step marks a significant leap in law enforcement technology, bringing to life the concept of a futuristic cyborg officer patrolling the streets with advanced capabilities. The […]
European Commission targets end-to-end encryption and proposes expanding Europol’s powers into an EU-level FBI equivalent
European Commission’s Proposal: Strengthening Europol and Challenging End-to-End Encryption The European Commission recently unveiled its ambitious internal security strategy, ProtectEU, which aims to enhance the EU’s internal security mechanisms by proposing significant changes. Among the key proposals is the expansion of Europol’s powers to create an EU-level equivalent of the FBI and the exploration of […]
National Crime Agency responds to AI crime warning
AI Integration in Crime-Fighting: National Crime Agency’s Swift Response The recent warning issued by the Alan Turing Institute has shed light on a pressing issue – the urgent need for the UK to integrate AI tools in its crime-fighting strategies. With criminals increasingly leveraging AI capabilities to boost their illicit activities, the National Crime Agency […]
Europol warns AI is expanding criminal operations
Europol Warns AI is Expanding Criminal Operations Europol, the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, has issued a stark warning about the growing use of artificial intelligence by organized crime groups. In its latest crime threat assessment, Europol revealed that criminal gangs are leveraging AI technology to expand their illicit operations on a global […]
Spanish police dismantle Bitcoin-themed crypto scam
Spanish Police Take Down Bitcoin-Themed Crypto Scam Targeting Unsuspecting Victims In a recent crackdown, the Spanish police have successfully dismantled a Bitcoin-themed crypto scam that preyed on unsuspecting individuals seeking high returns on their investments. The fraudulent scheme, operating under the guise of a Bitcoin pyramid scam, lured victims with promises of lucrative profits only […]