The Rise of Cybercrime: Hackers Steal $180M in Brazil’s Biggest Bank Breach In a digital age where financial transactions are predominantly conducted online, the threat of cybercrime looms larger than ever. Recently, Brazil faced its biggest bank breach to date, with hackers making away with a staggering $180 million. The authorities are now in a […]
Beware of fake deals as Prime Day approaches
Beware of fake deals as Prime Day approaches As the highly anticipated Prime Day approaches, online shoppers are gearing up for exclusive deals and discounts on a wide range of products. However, amidst the excitement and frenzy of snagging the best bargains, there is a lurking threat that consumers need to be wary of – […]
Ransomware attack hits Swiss government data
Ransomware Attack Hits Swiss Government Data In a recent cyber incident, Sarcoma hackers successfully breached the Swiss contractor Radix, leading to the leak of a staggering 1.3 terabytes of sensitive files. The ramifications of this ransomware attack on the Swiss government data are not only concerning but also shed light on the increasing sophistication of […]
Cybercrime in Africa: Turning research into justice and action
Cybercrime in Africa: Turning Research into Justice and Action As cyber threats continue to evolve and become more personal across the African continent, there is a pressing need for concerted action to combat this growing menace. From phishing scams to identity theft and ransomware attacks, cybercrime poses a significant threat to individuals, businesses, and governments […]
Ryuk ransomware hacker extradited to US after arrest in Ukraine
Ryuk Ransomware Hacker Extradited to US: A Major Win in the Fight Against Cybercrime In a significant development in the ongoing battle against cybercrime, a 33-year-old hacker involved in the notorious Ryuk ransomware attacks has been extradited to the United States following his arrest in Ukraine. This extradition marks a crucial step in holding cybercriminals […]
Cyberattack on Nova Scotia Power exposes sensitive data of 280,000 customers
Cyberattack on Nova Scotia Power Exposes Sensitive Data of 280,000 Customers Nova Scotia Power, a prominent utility company in Canada, recently fell victim to a ransomware attack, putting the sensitive information of approximately 280,000 customers at risk. This incident sheds light on the increasing threats of cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure and highlights the urgent need […]
French police detain suspects in crypto ransom case
French Police Detain Suspects in Crypto Ransom Case In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the cybercrime world, French police have detained suspects in a high-profile crypto ransom case. Authorities believe that a dual French-Moroccan national was behind the coordinated abductions using young recruits from social media platforms. The case sheds light on […]
INTERPOL cracks down on global cybercrime networks
INTERPOL Joins Forces to Dismantle Global Cybercrime Networks In a groundbreaking move against cybercrime, law enforcement agencies from 26 nations have banded together under the auspices of INTERPOL to tackle the rising threat of hacking and digital fraud. Instead of waging individual battles in their respective territories, these countries have united to disrupt hacker infrastructure […]
Milei cleared of ethics breach over LIBRA token post
Milei Cleared of Ethics Breach Over LIBRA Token Post Argentinian politician, Javier Milei, has recently been cleared of an ethics breach related to a controversial post about the LIBRA token. The post in question sparked a wave of scrutiny and debate, leading to an investigation by ethics officials. Despite the initial uproar, Milei has been […]
700-year-old priest murder mystery uncovered by Cambridge criminologist stuns experts
700-year-old Priest Murder Mystery Uncovered by Cambridge Criminologist Stuns Experts Leading Cambridge criminologist could have cracked a 700-year-old gruesome and public murder of a priest. The discovery has sent shockwaves through the academic and historical communities, shedding new light on a long-standing mystery that has puzzled experts for centuries. The murder in question dates back […]