Cyber Crime
Top 10 Daily Cybercrime Brief by FCRF [11.03.2025]: 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. 540 Indians Rescued from Cyber Fraud Racket, Repatriated from Thailand
About 540 Indians trapped in a cybercrime racket through fake job offers have been rescued from Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. An IAF flight brought 283 back, with the rest arriving today. The MEA coordinated repatriation, warning against such scams. A key recruiter was arrested last December in Hyderabad.
2. Police Recover Rs 2 Crore for Cyber Fraud Victims
Bidhannagar City Police returned Rs 2 crore to cyber fraud victims in Salt Lake. A new recovery cell helped retrieve blocked funds over six months. Police arrested over 30 accused. Most victims, including seniors, were duped through scams like fake investments, KYC fraud, and digital arrest threats.
3. Retired 70-Year-Old Govt Officer Loses Rs 4.73 Crore in Stock Market Scam
A retired Maharashtra government officer lost Rs 4.73 crore in a stock investment scam after being lured via a Facebook ad. Fraudsters used a fake app, ‘Indkar,’ to show false profits. When he tried withdrawing funds, his account was frozen. Navi Mumbai Cyber Police have registered a case and launched an investigation.
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4. Man Arrested in Saran for Blackmailing Girl
Chhapra Cyber Police arrested one for uploading a girl’s objectionable photos on social media and extorting money from her parents. Acting swiftly, police nabbed him within six hours of the complaint. He confessed during interrogation, and further raids are underway to catch other involved suspects.
5. Lawyer’s Wife Duped of Rs 32.39 Lakh in Share Trading Scam Promising 300% Returns
In Meerut, cyber fraudsters duped a lawyer’s wife of Rs 32.39 lakh by promising a 300% profit in share trading. She was tricked into investing, only to realize the scam later. The lawyer has filed a complaint at the cyber crime police station, and an investigation is underway.
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6. Melbourne Man Sentenced for $35,000 Cyber Scam
A Melbourne man was sentenced to 200 hours of community service for using a dark web phishing platform to steal $35,000. He targeted victims by replicating trusted websites. Arrested last April, he pled guilty to fraud charges. Authorities shut down LabHost, the platform used for phishing scams, in a global operation.
7. Garantex Crypto Exchange Seized; Two Charged in Money Laundering Case
Authorities from the U.S., Germany, and Finland have dismantled cryptocurrency exchange Garantex for alleged money laundering and sanctions violations. Two executives face charges, and $28 million in crypto was seized. Garantex reportedly processed $96 billion in illicit transactions, aiding ransomware groups, terrorists, and Russian oligarchs despite prior sanctions.
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8. Hackers Breach Sausalito, California Computer Systems
A cyberattack forced the Sausalito City Council to cancel its meeting after hackers attempted 190,000 password breaches in 24 hours. Security measures thwarted the attack. Officials are enhancing protections with Marin IT. Previous cyberattacks in Marin County include a $950,000 theft from the Marin Housing Authority and past government breaches.
9. Stakelogic Reports Cybersecurity Breach
Stakelogic faced a cyberattack after CEO Stephan van den Oetelaar’s email was compromised. Fraudulent emails were sent, but no sensitive data was exposed. The company swiftly enhanced security measures. The breach highlights growing cyber threats in the gaming industry as Stakelogic prepares for a €130 million acquisition by Sega Sammy.
10. Elon Musk Claims X Hit by ‘Massive Cyber Attack’ Amid Outage
Elon Musk claimed X faced a large-scale cyberattack, possibly involving a state actor. Over 40,000 users reported outages. Cyber expert Nicholas Reese doubts state involvement, calling it a loud but low-value attack. X has yet to release technical data. Rival platform BlueSky trended as users reacted to the disruption.