1. e-Zero FIR System Launched to Speed Up Cybercrime Response
The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched a pilot e-Zero FIR system in Delhi to fast-track FIR registration in cyber financial frauds above ₹10 lakh. It enables instant electronic FIRs via NCRP or helpline 1930, boosting fund recovery chances and removing jurisdiction delays.
2. ₹6.67 Crore Cyber Fraud Busted in Himachal Pradesh, 3 Arrested
Baddi police arrested three suspects for defrauding victims across 13 states through bogus share trading and crypto investment scams. They operated 23 bank accounts and transacted over ₹6.67 crore. Police have frozen the accounts and blocked related mobile numbers.
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3. Gurgaon Reports ₹80 Crore Cyber Fraud Loss in 4 Months
Gurgaon residents lost ₹80 crore to cyber frauds from January to April 2025. Common scams include online investments and digital arrest frauds. Despite 840 arrests double from last year recovery fell to ₹15 crore. Senior citizens remain frequent targets.
4. DoT Launches Financial Fraud Risk Indicator to Curb UPI Scams
The Department of Telecommunications unveiled the Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI) to identify risky mobile numbers linked to cybercrime. Integrated with banks and UPI apps, it enables real-time fraud alerts and transaction blocks. PhonePe and Google Pay have started implementation.
5. MP Youth Posed as Woman, Duped Men Using Fake Nude Photos
A Gwalior youth was arrested for impersonating women online, blackmailing victims with edited nude images and fake video calls. He used social media trends to lure victims and also ran Telegram groups promising false investment returns, defrauding over ₹25 lakh.
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6. Online Scams Push Selangor Commercial Crime Losses Past RM300 Million in Malaysia
Selangor police report over RM322 million in commercial crime losses in just four months, with online scams accounting for RM58 million across 2,180 cases. Authorities have arrested nearly 2,000 individuals, including 1,550 mule account holders. Raids on impersonation syndicates led to 52 arrests. The police emphasize prevention and awareness via outreach efforts and tools like the ‘Semak Mule’ portal.
7. Australia Warned to Brace for Major Cyber Attack Amid Rising Threats
Australia’s cyber chief warns the nation could soon face a large-scale cyber attack, with small businesses most vulnerable. Despite past breaches in major sectors, no catastrophic event has occurred—yet. Businesses are urged to prepare incident response plans and avoid ransom payments. The true cost of cybercrime may far exceed reported figures, especially for under-resourced SMEs.
8. Deepfake Scam Targets U.S. Officials Using AI Voice and Text Impersonations
Threat actors are using AI-generated voice messages and text smishing to impersonate U.S. officials and access personal accounts. The FBI warns that compromised accounts could be used to target other government contacts. Public is advised to verify identities, avoid unknown links, and never share sensitive info or OTPs with unverified sources.
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9. New HTTPBot Botnet Launches Precision DDoS Attacks on Gaming, Tech Firms
Cybersecurity researchers have identified HTTPBot, a Go-based botnet targeting Chinese gaming and tech sectors with highly focused DDoS attacks. Using stealthy, HTTP-based methods, it mimics real user behavior and exploits login and payment interfaces. The malware avoids detection through advanced evasion tactics and persistence mechanisms, posing a serious threat to critical business systems.
10. Rogue Devices in Chinese Inverters Raise U.S. Grid Security Concerns
Experts have discovered hidden cellular radios in Chinese-made power inverters used in U.S. and European solar farms. These unauthorized components could be used to remotely disable energy infrastructure during conflict. U.S. agencies face disclosure challenges as the Department of Energy works to secure supply chains and integrate trusted equipment amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
About the author – Ayush Chaurasia is a postgraduate student passionate about cybersecurity, threat hunting, and global affairs. He explores the intersection of technology, psychology, national security, and geopolitics through insightful writing.