Cybercrime

A coordinated international operation led by the US Department of Justice has dismantled LeakBase, a major cybercrime forum, in a crackdown involving 14 countries.

David Unyime Nkanta Mar 05, 2026

A Miami man has been sentenced to over four years in federal prison for a large-scale identity theft and fraud scheme affecting 450 victims across the US.

David Unyime Nkanta Mar 02, 2026

A Memphis man has been arrested for allegedly uploading over 700 files of child sexual abuse material, raising concerns about digital safety and child protection.

Audrey Liza M. Nolasco Feb 13, 2026

Explore the exploitation and legal implications surrounding the viral 'Pinay Gold Medalist' video involving TikTok creator Zyan Cabrera.

Jaja Agpalo Feb 13, 2026

Explore how Zyan Cabrera became an unintended face of a phishing scam during the Olympic season, highlighting the dangers of digital misinformation.

Luis Vincent Gochoco Feb 12, 2026

A viral hoax on Telegram, Facebook, X and Instagram claims a 'Pinay Gold Medalist' scandal video exists. Experts warn it's fake, risky and potentially illegal to share.

Earnest Daniel Nicolas Feb 11, 2026

Instagram users were left worried of a security breach and data exposure following receipt of unsolicited multiple password reset emails

Anna Katrina Sevilla Jan 12, 2026

Did Apple get hacked? A cyberattack on a key supply chain partner in China may have exposed sensitive data, raising fresh concerns over iPhone maker's global manufacturing security.

Tanmay Puri Dec 30, 2025

A massive Christmas WhatsApp scam is spreading fast, luring users with fake gift links. Here's how the fraud works and what not to do.

Tanmay Puri Dec 25, 2025

Thousands of Fortinet systems are at risk as attackers exploit a critical authentication-bypass vulnerability in FortiCloud SSO.

Vinay Patel Dec 22, 2025

A 23 year old New York man is accused of stealing £11.7 million in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam by posing as a Coinbase employee. Now held at Rikers Island, he might face a severe punishment.

Tanmay Puri Dec 19, 2025

Small firms become targets of cybercrime with every social media post, especially during the holidays. Here are some of the habits to avoid cyberattacks during this busy season.

Anna Katrina Sevilla Dec 12, 2025

Weak passwords are driving massive global data breaches. From the 16 billion credential leak to McDonald's, Yahoo, and even the Louvre Museum, experts warn that better password hygiene is essential. Here is what you can do.

Tanmay Puri Dec 12, 2025

A crypto trader in Spain has allegedly been tortured and killed in a brutal attempt to steal his digital wallet, marking yet another violent case in 2025. With kidnappings and coercive attacks on crypto holders rising worldwide, how many more victims have already been claimed this year?

Tanmay Puri Dec 11, 2025

A 15-year-old from West Virginia died by suicide after alleged sextortion by the extremist '764' network, which exploits children via social media and gaming, coercing abuse and self-harm.

Christelle May Napiza Dec 09, 2025

An Australian teen is suing the government over its upcoming ban on TikTok, Snapchat and Instagram for under-16s, arguing the crackdown will make the internet less safe for young people rather than protect them.

Tanmay Puri Dec 02, 2025

The alarming rate of stolen bank accounts online urged cyber security experts to warn against VPN use.

Shiena Iane B Enerio Oct 09, 2025

QR code scams are on the rise, exploiting our trust in everyday technology. Cybercriminals use fake codes on everything from parking meters to packages, tricking us into revealing bank details or downloading malware.

Vinay Patel Jul 28, 2025

Marks and Spencer restart online order system after cyber security breach. What other companies recently fell to cyber attacks?

Ben LeGrand Jun 10, 2025

Europol leads Operation Endgame, a global cybercrime crackdown that dismantles Lumma malware and other droppers, makes arrests, and seizes millions in illicit crypto.

David Unyime Nkanta May 27, 2025

US teen hacker Matthew D. Lane, 19, pleaded guilty to federal charges for a massive cyberattack on education tech firm PowerSchool, stealing data from 70 million students and teachers.

Vinay Patel May 24, 2025

Hawk Tuah girl Haliey Welch is back on social media after months of absence after the SEC closed an crypto investigation against her due to insufficient evidence of foul play.

Niloy Chakrabarti Mar 31, 2025

A man lost £3,250 in an elaborate 'Elon Musk' deepfake investment scam, tricked by a convincing AI-generated video promoting a fraudulent trading platform.

Vinay Patel Feb 11, 2025

Investigation revealed that launching celebrity meme coins has become a way for insider token holders to dump their holdings when prices surge upon rollout, causing investors massive losses.

Niloy Chakrabarti Feb 03, 2025

President Trump has pardoned Ross Ulbricht, creator of Silk Road. The platform allowed for the purchase of illegal drugs, stolen items and hacking services.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Jan 22, 2025

An investigation has revealed numerous Telegram groupchats discussing how to rape and drug women, exchanging pictures and live footage of their exploits.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Jan 09, 2025

Haliey Welch's team behind the HAWK token netted millions by manipulating lock-in periods for early investors and failing to give away tokens promised to her fans.

Niloy Chakrabarti Dec 14, 2024

Hawk Tuah meme personality Haliey Welch faces criticism and potential legal consequences as investors lose money on the recently launched HAWK crypto token.

Niloy Chakrabarti Dec 09, 2024

Brighton resident Des Healey fell for a deepfake Facebook advert of popular consumer finance expert Martin Lewis vouching for a non-existent Bitcoin investment scheme, supposedly endorsed by Elon Musk.

Niloy Chakrabarti Nov 26, 2024

A former Disney employee has been accused of hacking the menu system, targeting employees, and causing potential harm to allergy sufferers.

Vinay Patel Oct 31, 2024