Tag: cybercrime
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Two Arrested for Allegedly Publishing AI Deepfake Pornography Under TAKE IT DOWN Act
Two individuals face charges under the TAKE IT DOWN Act for allegedly publishing AI deepfake pornography of celebrities, politicians, and private citizens. The arrests highlight federal efforts to combat the nonconsensual distribution of digitally altered intimate images.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceLegalSocial Issues Cornelius ShannonArturo HernandezDeepfake PornographyTAKE IT DOWN ActFBIEastern District of New YorkCybercrime
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FBI Phoenix and U.S. Attorney Warn Public as Arizona Ranks Sixth in National Cybercrime Losses
The U.S. Attorney’s Office and FBI Phoenix warn about rising email scams, urging vigilance on National Senior Fraud Awareness Day. Arizona ranks 6th in cybercrime losses, totaling $631 million, with BEC scams causing significant financial damage.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial Issues Financial FraudCybercrimeBusiness Email CompromiseFBI PhoenixU.S. Attorney's Office District of ArizonaNational Senior Fraud Awareness DayArizonaFBI
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Slovakian Darknet Market Administrator Sentenced to 200 Months for Drug Conspiracy
Alan Bill, a Slovakian administrator of the darknet's Kingdom Market, received a 200-month prison sentence for his role in distributing illegal drugs, stolen data, and counterfeit goods. His actions caused widespread harm, prompting a harsh penalty.
Law EnforcementHealthScience & TechnologyWorldFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetSocial Issues Alan BillKingdom MarketDarknetDrug TraffickingCybercrimeSlovakianPrison SentenceFBI
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Jamaican National Sentenced to Three Years for $600,000 Lottery Scam Against Washington Retiree
Jamaican national Roshard Andrew Carty received a three-year prison sentence for a lottery scam. He defrauded a 73-year-old Washington retiree of over $600,000, coercing her to sell her home for fictitious prize fees. Authorities fear he may re-offend.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesFederal GovernmentEconomy Roshard Andrew CartyLottery ScamWire FraudJamaicaSouthwest WashingtonElder JusticeCybercrimeFBI
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Romanian Citizen Sentenced to 48 Months for Leading Online Swatting Ring
Thomasz Szabo, a Romanian citizen, has been sentenced to 48 months in a Washington, D.C. prison for leading an online swatting ring that targeted members of Congress, churches, and a former U.S. president.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementWorldRomaniaGeneral PoliticsLegalComputers and InternetEuropeCongress Thomasz SzaboSwattingCybercrimeFBIWashington D.C.Crime
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FBI Dismantles Major Hacker Forum
The FBI has seized the LeakBase database, a massive online forum used by cybercriminals to trade stolen data, marking a significant blow to the global cybercrime underground.
Law EnforcementComputers and Internet FBISalt Lake CityLeakBaseCybercrimeHacker ForumData Breach
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Media Monitor: CBC News reports Alberta teachers strike
CBC News reports that Alberta teachers have begun striking, affecting over 730,000 students. Also, Canadian tech aided a U.S. military operation against Venezuelan drug boats.
WorldBusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentHealthEducationSportCanadaMedical ScienceEconomyTradeMilitaryFederal GovernmentLegal Alberta Teachers StrikeCryptocurrency ATMsVenezuelan Drug BoatsLabour DisputeCybercrimeCanadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
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Media Monitor: Costco Customers Report Gift Cards Drained
CBC News reports that Costco customers are complaining that the funds on their digital gift cards have been mysteriously drained, with some losing up to $1,000.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldHealthCanadaMexicoTradeEconomyEnvironmentDisasters Costcogift cardsfraudRetail Council of CanadadigitalShop cardscybercrimeCBC Morning Brief
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Venezuelan Nationals Indicted in ATM 'Jackpotting' Conspiracy
Two Venezuelan nationals indicted for conspiracy to steal cash from ATMs in Merced and Tulare Counties and six other western states using malware in a scheme known as ATM jackpotting.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalBusinessVenezuelaFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial MarketsLaw Enforcement ATM JackpottingIndictmentConspiracyFinancial CrimeMerced CountyTulare CountyCybercrimeFBI
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Jamaican National Extradited to U.S. for Lottery and Romance Scheme
Sherwayne Benjamin Bellinfantie extradited from Jamaica to the U.S. to face charges for romance and sweepstakes scheme that defrauded an elderly Arizona resident of over $400,000.
Politics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesWorldLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCybercrimeFinancial Fraud Jamaicaextraditionromance scamlottery scamwire fraudmoney launderingFBI
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Ukrainian National Extradited to US for Alleged Ransomware Conspiracy
Artem Stryzhak, a Ukrainian citizen, has been extradited from Spain to the U.S. to face charges related to his involvement in a global ransomware scheme using the Nefilim strain, targeting companies for extortion.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyLegalWorldEuropeFederal GovernmentLaw EnforcementComputers and InternetCybercrime Artem StryzhakSpainEastern District of New YorkNefilim ransomwareExtradition