Hackers steal $400m from cryptocurrency startups by exploiting 'information chaos'
Cybercriminals exploit hype and basic coding errors to target Initial Coin Offerings in phishing attacks, Ernst & Young research finds.
Europe to see bitcoin boost as global exchange BitFlyer given EU green light
One of world's largest bitcoin exchanges by volume gets go-ahead to operate in Europe, Tokyo-based business says.
IOTA cryptocurrency heist: Hackers 'steal $4m' from accounts using phishing scam
Malicious websites used to generate password details for the fintech network "IOTA" are reportedly to blame for the theft of nearly $4 million from users' cryptocurrency wallets.
Thor: Ragnarok leak: Unreleased Marvel film 'furiously' spreading on piracy websites
Marvel's latest superhero flick Thor: Ragnarok is "furiously" being circulated on illicit pirate and streaming services after mistakenly leaking online.
John McAfee says 'don't panic' as Indian banks probe top cryptocurrency exchanges
Technology pioneer John McAfee is urging spooked bitcoin investors not to panic after it emerged that major banks in India were investigating the country's top exchanges.
Is bitcoin doomed? Price may soon crash to $1,000, Wall Street veteran warns
Despite a rapid rise in value over the past year, the price of bitcoin could fall to $1,000 per coin in the next 12 months, a major Wall Street investment chief has warned.
Inside Snapchat: Amid new layoffs, secret memos reveal 'leakers threatened with jail'
Snap. Inc, parent company of chat service Snapchat, reportedly laid off "roughly two dozen" staff recently while leaked memos reveal internal threats.
Cryptocurrency scandal: South Korean regulators probe claims of insider trading
As speculation about South Korea's stance on crypto shifts markets, it has emerged that at least one government official in the region is under investigation for insider trading.
Liverpool hacker jailed for cyberattacks on Google and Skype
A 21-year-old computer hacker from the UK who made more than $700,000 by selling malware on the dark web has been jailed after being found guilty of multiple cybercrime charges.
Poloniex: Users of crypto-exchange fume over account issues: 'Can't access my money!'
Users of US cryptocurrency exchange Poloniex claim to be facing lengthy delays in verification, delayed customer service responses and account balance display errors.
Beware of 'GhostTeam' Android malware that steals Facebook passwords using Google Play apps
More than 50 Android apps on Google's Play Store found to be housing malicious code hackers could use to steal Facebook passwords.
The bitcoin resurgence? Cryptocurrency bouncing back after 48 hours of 'carnage'
Popular digital currency appears to rise in value after chaotic start to 2018 and particularly rough 48 hours.
Watch out for this 'text bomb' now crashing iPhones with a simple message
A fresh bug affecting iOS and Apple Macs can let pranksters crash your Apple devices via a simple text message, a security expert has revealed.
John McAfee calm on bitcoin crash: 'Relax everyone, cryptocurrency can't be stopped'
Outspoken technology pioneer John McAfee steadies cryptocurrency investors' nerves
As bitcoin crashes, Reddit's cryptocurrency community post links to suicide hotlines
As the price of a single bitcoin tumbled for the first time in months, Reddit's cryptocurrency community started posting links to global suicide hotlines.
Julian Assange says Google and Facebook have become an 'existential threat to humanity'
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has branded Google and Facebook an "existential threat" to humanity.
Hospital pays $55,000 in bitcoin to hackers after 'SamSam' ransomware locks systems
A US hospital has paid hackers $55,000 (£39,900) to restore control of its computer systems after they were infected with a strain of ransomware known as "SamSam".
Skygofree has been called 'one of the most powerful spyware tools ever' - here's why
Skygofree dubbed "one of the most powerful spyware tools" ever spotted exposed by cybersecurity researchers.
He used the name 'KillaMuvz' to sell cyber-tools to hackers - and then he got caught
A 24-year-old cybercriminal who ran an online "product-testing service" for criminal hackers called reFUD.me has pleaded guilty to computer misuse and money laundering.
OnePlus website hacked? Firm confirms investigation amid card fraud complaints
Chinese smartphone manufacturer OnePlus has launched an investigation after a number of customers who used its website to purchase products complained of attempted fraud.
Ukip declares it's 'ready for war' over second Brexit referendum, Twitter responds with memes
The UK Independence Party (Ukip) has been ridiculed on social media after saying British citizens should expect "war" if the government fails to leave the European Union (EU).
Hospital sent offline as hackers infect systems with ransomware, demand payment
A US hospital has been forced to shut down its computer systems for days after criminal hackers infected its network with file-locking ransomware and demanded payment.
Android malware pushes Kim Kardashian porn pop-up to children's gaming apps
Malicious code that displays pornographic advertising on Android applications, including several intended for use by children, has been found lurking in 60 gaming apps.
Fappening: Celebgate hacker who 'stole nude photos of celebrities' charged
A 26-year-old man has been charged in US federal court for playing a role in the so-called "Fappening" phishing scheme that terrorised celebrities with nude photo leaks.
Shocking new Intel flaw gives hackers full control of laptops in less than 30 seconds
A newly-disclosed Intel security flaw impacting most corporate laptops can let hackers with physical access to computers bypass passwords in "less than 30 seconds".
WikiLeaks says Julian Assange 'must be released' as UK rejects diplomatic status appeal
The UK Foreign Office has rejected an appeal from Ecuador requesting diplomatic status be granted to WikiLeaks chief Julian Assange, who has lived in its London embassy for years.
This bitcoin conference has been forced to ditch bitcoin payments because of high fees
Blockchain seminar refuses to take cryptocurrency as payment and blames high fees and network congestion for ban.
North Korean defectors are being infected with 'highly-targeted' spyware via Facebook
Refugees, defectors and journalists who have escaped Pyongyang's clutches targeted by mobile malware via social networking and chat apps.
Watch out for this Netflix phishing scam that will steal your credit card details
Netflix users are being warned to avoid clicking on suspicious email links after a phishing scam was uncovered that security experts say is designed to steal credit card details.
Will YouTube ban disgraced vlogger Logan Paul for good?
Google-owned video hosting platform apologises for lack of communication in storm of controversy caused by dead body video.
