INTERPOL has coordinated a first-of-its-kind cybercrime crackdown across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) that led to 201 arrests and the identification of an additional 382 suspects. The initiative involved the efforts of 13 countries from the region between October 2025 and February 2026, aiming to investigate and neutralize malicious infrastructure, arrest perpetrators behind...Read More
A Chinese cyber-espionage campaign has been targeting telecommunications providers with newly discovered Linux and Windows malware dubbed Showboat and JFMBackdoor, respectively. The operation has been active since at least mid-2022 and targeted organizations across the Asia Pacific and parts of the Middle East. It was attributed to the Calypso threat group, also tracked as Red...Read More
Cybersecurity Canadian company says governments’ tighter data rules offer opportunity BlackBerry has established a cybersecurity center of excellence with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission. (BlackBerry) KUALA LUMPUR — BlackBerry, the Canadian company once known for its unique smartphones, is deepening its push into Asia by anchoring regional operations in Malaysia as it pivots toward cybersecurity...Read More
As cyberattacks continue to evolve in sophistication and intent, Seqrite, a global provider of cybersecurity solutions, has identified a growing shift towards stealth-oriented monetisation tactics, particularly cryptojacking and low-volume, high-impact ransomware campaigns. Unlike traditional ransomware attacks designed for immediate disruption and visibility, newer threat models are increasingly engineered for persistence, silent infiltration, and long-term monetisation....Read More
By Cecilia D’Anastasio, Bloomberg Two advocacy groups focused on child safety are asking the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Roblox’s game mechanics, which they claim coerce kids into spending unreasonable amounts of money on the platform. Roblox, a gaming platform that’s particularly popular with younger players, is violating rules designed to protect consumers by unfairly...Read More
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A Douglas County prosecutor on Tuesday vehemently objected to the bond being lowered for a 75-year-old man accused of molesting a young boy, telling the court that the man had confessed to...Read More
(InvestigateTV) — Reports of suspected child sex trafficking to a national tipline have increased nearly 1,000 percent following implementation of a federal law requiring online platforms to report suspected crimes, according to lawmakers and child safety advocates. The bipartisan REPORT Act requires certain online platforms to report suspected child sex trafficking and online enticement to...Read More
Latin America has become the global leader in ransomware incidents, with 8.13% of organizations affected in 2025. Kaspersky examines shifts toward encryptionless extortion and post-quantum cryptography, providing B2B stakeholders with data-driven insights to mitigate escalating cyber risks, financial losses, and regulatory challenges in 2026. Latin America became the most targeted region for ransomware globally...Read More
Interpol coordinated an expansive investigation with 13 countries in the Middle East and North Africa to disrupt and take down cybercrime operations, including phishing services and tools, malware and scams. The law enforcement effort netted 201 arrests, led to the seizure of 53 servers and disrupted multiple cybercrime services, Interpol said Monday. Operation Ramz, which...Read More
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