December 2, 2024 at 04:07PM Operation HAECHI V, involving law enforcement from 40 countries, led to the arrest of over 5,500 suspects and the seizure of $400 million in virtual assets, targeting various cyber frauds. Notably, a voice-phishing syndicate linked to $1.1 billion in losses was dismantled. Interpol emphasized the importance of international cooperation in … Read more
December 2, 2024 at 03:09AM A global law enforcement operation, Operation HAECHI-V, arrested over 5,500 suspects tied to financial crimes and seized $400 million in virtual assets. Conducted by authorities from 40 regions between July and November 2024, the coordinated effort highlights the critical need for international police cooperation to combat cybercrime effectively. **Meeting Takeaways … Read more
October 11, 2024 at 02:27AM Dutch police have dismantled Bohemia and Cannabia, the largest dark web market, following an international investigation. Launched in late 2022, operations ceased in 2023 after internal issues. Authorities arrested two suspects and seized €8 million in cryptocurrency. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian hacker was arrested for operating a VPN accessing the Russian … Read more
June 5, 2024 at 08:08AM Four arrests made in an international probe into corruption schemes, allowing cybercriminals on INTERPOL watch lists to travel freely. Officials in Moldova and other countries were bribed to block or delete Red Notices, while another scheme involved officials informing ransomware criminals about travel safety. The investigation is ongoing, with the … Read more
June 3, 2024 at 04:17PM Operation Endgame targets individual threat actors behind dismantled botnets, adding eight Russian nationals to Europe’s most wanted list. They seek the identity of “Odd,” the developer behind Emotet malware, and call for public help. Led by Europol, the initiative aims to warn cybercriminals and encourages cooperation for a crackdown on … Read more
May 27, 2024 at 02:07AM Interpol plays a crucial role in combating cybercrime through its global cybercrime program, one of its four major areas of focus. While it doesn’t directly lead investigations or make arrests, it coordinates international cooperation among law enforcement agencies, provides analysis of cybercrime data, and offers administrative support and training. As … Read more
April 1, 2024 at 09:11PM The Indian government rescued and repatriated 250 citizens from Cambodia, where they were forced into cybercrime after being promised legitimate job opportunities. Collaborating with Cambodian authorities, the government brought the victims back, but India Today reports that at least 5,000 more are still held captive and involved in scams generating … Read more
March 25, 2024 at 06:41PM Countries globally are showing support for secure AI practices, although not fully committing to them. The meeting notes indicate that while countries are showing support for secure AI practices, they are not completely committing to them. This suggests a widespread interest in the concept, but a hesitance to fully embrace … Read more
October 30, 2023 at 02:02PM The United Arab Emirates’ Cybersecurity Council has signed partnerships with other nations, including the US, Morocco, and Chad, to strengthen its threat intelligence sharing capabilities. These agreements aim to improve cybersecurity within the UAE, with a focus on the financial services industry and joint planning and response to cyberattacks. The … Read more
October 24, 2023 at 10:01AM Most countries fail to recognize cybercrime as a national security issue, despite its direct threat to critical infrastructure and citizens. National intelligence agencies are focused elsewhere, leaving private organizations vulnerable. To combat cybercrime effectively, nation-states should establish an international cybersecurity alliance, similar to NATO, to protect their people, infrastructure, and … Read more