Chances are you probably don’t spend a lot of time in the “dark web.” It’s the part of the Internet that’s populated by drug dealers, child pornographers, and sex traffickers. They access it by the browser Tor and can remain anonymous. But there are legitimate uses for the dark web, according to cyber-security expert Dr....Read More
Earlier this year, the US Department of Justice announced the sentencing of Anurag Pramod Murarka, aka “ElonMuskWHM,” the mastermind behind a sprawling dark web-based money laundering scheme responsible for moving over USD 24 million in illicit funds linked to drug trafficking, hacking, and violent crime. The sentencing—121 months in federal prison—marked the culmination of a...Read More
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Toys “R” Us Canada has notified customers of a data breach it says may have compromised their personal information. In an...Read More
in AI for a while, you are probably an LLM/Agent/Chat user, but have you ever asked yourself how these tools will be trained in the near future, and what if we have already used up the data we need to train models? Many theories say that we are running out of high-quality, human-generated data to...Read More
Key Takeaways: Tor Browser is the best overall option for dark and deep web anonymity in 2026, giving users reliable protection without complicated setup. Tails, Whonix, and Qubes OS are better suited for people who need stronger isolation or handle sensitive tasks that require a controlled environment. Using the wrong browser increases the risk of...Read More
Dark web statistics reveal that 65% of cybercriminals use dark web data for cyberattacks. That means a single leaked password or email can quickly turn into account takeovers, fraud or unauthorized access to your personal accounts. This makes keeping an eye on exposed information crucial. An efficient dark web monitoring tool can simplify this process...Read More
Leak traced to supply chain compromise An individual is offering details on 89 million Steam accounts on the dark web, though owner Valve denies a breach. News of the leak first appeared in this LinkedIn post from Underdark AI, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, which was highlighted by an X user and independent games journalist named...Read More
JuSun/Getty Images Hackers on the dark web are hawking a repackaged database of customer records from AT&T. The data contains dates of birth, phone numbers, email addresses, street addresses, and social security numbers. Also: I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose – to show you how they work In this latest leak, the records...Read More
Dark Web Monitoring Tools Choosing the right dark web monitoring tool is a critical decision for both individuals and organizations seeking to protect their digital assets and identity. With the dark web serving as a hub for illegal data trading, from leaked credentials to intellectual property, a robust monitoring solution is essential for proactive defense....Read More
The dark web has transformed from a clandestine refuge for cybercriminals into a fully-fledged, sophisticated supply chain for cyberattacks, posing a direct and growing threat to South African organisations. This hidden segment of the internet now functions as a thriving e-commerce platform where malicious actors trade the tools and data needed to execute damaging attacks,...Read More
