Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [22.02.2025]: Click here to Know More
Important global cybercrime news has been curated by FutureCrime Researchers to keep you informed about various types of digital fraud occurring worldwide and to provide insights into the best mitigation strategies. Read below to learn more in detail.
1. Major Cybercrime Syndicate Dismantled in Rajkot, Gujarat
Rajkot police busted a cybercrime network selling hospital CCTV footage. Operatives sold sensitive videos from a Maternity Home and other hospitals via Telegram and YouTube for Rs 800–2,000. Following a February 2025 breach, authorities arrested suspects from Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Gujarat. The probe exposes a widespread privacy violation racket.
2. Study Reveals 2,000 Indians in Myanmar Cybercrime Camps, Some Involved Voluntarily
Nearly 2,000 Indians are trapped in cyber scam operations in Myawaddy, Myanmar, lured by fraudulent job offers and forced into online fraud targeting India and the US. The embassy says many victims remain exploited, while over 600 have been rescued since June 2022. Thai and Chinese actions disrupted power supplies.
3. Two Arrested in Gurugram Cyber Fraud Case, Including a Bank Employee
Gurugram police promptly arrested two suspects, including an IndusInd Bank business development manager, in a Rs 4.97 crore cyber fraud case. They promised false stock market returns and supplied bank account details to fraudsters. A November complaint sparked the investigation, further revealing 27 bank employees involved in similar cyber scams.
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4. Agra Woman Loses Rs 13 Lakh in Digital Scam, Held for Four Days
Cyber fraudsters impersonating law enforcement duped, a Noida professional, into believing she was under criminal investigation for shipping a drug-laden parcel. Over four days, they extorted Rs 13.42 lakh through fake calls, video links, and forged documents. An FIR has been registered as police investigate the digital arrest scam.
5. Hyderabad Student Scammed of Rs 4.21L by Cyber Thugs, Mortgages Mother’s Gold
Cybercriminals duped a 20-year-old Yakutpura student of Rs 4.21 lakh by impersonating a famous YouTuber. Over 45 days, she sent money for promised gifts like jewellery and an iPhone, mortgaging family assets and borrowing funds. Hyderabad police are investigating; officials strongly warn to block suspicious calls and avoid money transfers.
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6. Experts Rush to Decipher Black Basta Chat Leaks
Internal messages from the Black Basta ransomware gang leaked on Telegram reveal an internal power struggle led by “Tramp,” destabilizing operations and exposing tens-of-millions ransom demands. Researchers are translating Russian chats spanning September 2023 to September 2024, uncovering detailed targeting of critical infrastructure. An interactive tool, BlackBastaGPT, aids analysis.
7. Thailand Prepares to Repatriate 7,000 Scam Call Center Victims from Myanmar
Thailand prepares to welcome about 7,000 scam call center workers from Myanmar, amid a major crackdown on human trafficking and financial fraud. Global agencies warn that technology fuels this modern slavery, with victims exploited across Southeast Asia and beyond. Thailand, partnering with China, establishes coordination centers to combat these crimes.
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8. Leaked Documents Link Chinese Cybersecurity Firm to Government Censorship
TopSec, a leading Chinese cybersecurity firm, suffered a data leak exposing over 7,000 work logs and DevOps code, including hardcoded credentials. SentinelOne’s analysis reveals scripts linking TopSec to government censorship, academic institutions, and private clients. The leak raises serious concerns over credential management and secure coding practices in sensitive projects.
9. US SEC Establishes New Unit to Tackle Cyber-Related Crimes
The US SEC has launched a new Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit (CETU) to combat cyber misconduct and protect retail investors from emerging tech fraud. Led by Laura D’Alliard and a team of 30 experts, CETU will target AI, blockchain, and social media fraud, following recent comprehensive executive oversight reforms.
10. NHS Private Provider Probes Recent Cyber Attack
HCRG Care Group, formerly Virgin Care, is investigating a data breach after a cybercrime group claimed to have posted information on the dark web. Containment measures are in place and regulators notified. Meanwhile, a June 2024 ransomware attack on NHS pathology provider Synnovis resulted in severe patient harm, prompting scrutiny.