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. Hyderabad Techie’s WhatsApp Hacked; Loses ₹42 Lakh in Cyber Ransom Scam
A Hyderabad techie lost ₹42 lakh in a sophisticated cyberattack targeting his bank and US stock accounts. Hackers bypassed OTPs, wiped his WhatsApp, and demanded ransom. Over 10 days, multiple unauthorized transactions occurred. He reported it to cybercrime police. Similar cases are rising nationwide, exposing digital transaction loopholes.
2. Scammer Cons Army Officer of ₹1.8 Lakh; Delhi Police Arrest Accused, House May Be Auctioned
Army Officer lost ₹1.8 lakh after clicking a fake banking APK sent by a scammer posing as a bank official. Delhi Police traced the fraud to Jharkhand, arresting mastermind and two aides. Authorities plan to auction mastermind’s house to compensate victims under cybercrime recovery provisions.
3. Pune Man Caught Supplying Bank Accounts to Pakistani Cyber Gangs
Pune Police arrested one for supplying 15–20 mule bank accounts to Pakistani cybercriminals, earning ₹2.5 lakh in commission. The racket surfaced during a ₹2.52 crore share market fraud targeting a senior citizen. Funds were traced to a Beed district account, where the holder named Chaure as the facilitator.
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4. Jalandhar Police Bust Cyber Fraud Ring in Hotel Raid; ₹24 Lakh, Devices Seized
Jalandhar Police busted a major cyber fraud gang operating from Hotel M-1, arresting three suspects and seizing ₹24 lakh cash, 14 phones, a laptop, 19 bank passbooks, and 43 ATM cards. Led by CP Dhanpreet Kaur, the raid followed a tip-off. A three-day remand was granted for further investigation.
5. 30,000 Indian Youths Trapped in Cyber Slavery Scam After Job Abroad Promise
Around 30,000 Indian youths, lured by fake job offers in Europe, have been trafficked abroad and forced into cybercrime. Victims from Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal were sent to Cambodia and other countries via fake agents. Punjab Police arrested two travel agents, while NIA is probing a wider human trafficking network.
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6. Hacktivism’s New Face: State-Backed Actors Masquerading as Rebels
Modern hacktivism is increasingly a front for state-sponsored cyber operations targeting critical infrastructure. Groups masquerade as ideological actors while enabling government espionage and sabotage. With cheap dark-web tools and growing psychological impact, experts warn these attackers blur lines between activism and cyberwarfare, demanding stronger global defenses and awareness.
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7. Cyber Scammers Target Wyoming Residents with Personalized Attacks, Steal Millions
Cyber scams in Wyoming are growing more personal and sophisticated, often using AI and emotional manipulation. From fake job offers to romance scams and law enforcement impersonation, fraudsters exploit trust and fear. Experts urge vigilance: avoid clicking links, verify sources, and pause before reacting. Losses exceeded $13 million in 2023.
8. Low Conviction Rates Fuel Nigeria’s Rising Cybercrime Wave: Expert Warns
CodeFutureMinds equips Nigerian secondary students with coding skills to close the digital gap and spark STEM interest. Its founder also advocates cybersecurity awareness as cybercrime rises nationwide. With phishing, SIM swaps, and AI-driven scams growing, he urges stronger laws, public education, and partnerships to protect individuals, businesses, and Nigeria’s digital economy.
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9. China Confesses to Orchestrating Cyberattacks on U.S. Infrastructure
Chinese officials tacitly admitted to cyberattacks on U.S. infrastructure, linking them to U.S. support for Taiwan, during a Geneva meeting with Biden administration officials. Meanwhile, Alibaba Cloud expands its AI services globally, India launches a $2.7B electronics subsidy, and the Philippines shuts down Now Telecom over regulatory and operational failures.
10. Russia’s Storm-2372 Breaches Organizations via MFA Bypass and Phishing Tactics
Russian APT group Storm-2372 is exploiting a tactic called Dynamic Device Code Phishing to bypass Multi-Factor Authentication and access Microsoft accounts. Targeting global organizations, they trick users into entering fake device codes via realistic login pages. This sophisticated method grants hackers extended access without triggering security alerts, demanding smarter defense strategies.