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. ICICI Bank Employee Arrested in ₹1.22 Crore Cyber Fraud Case in Hyderabad
A 31-year-old ICICI Bank relationship manager, was arrested by Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police for duping a Secunderabad man of ₹1.22 crore through fake stock tips on Telegram. Linked to 23 cases nationwide, he allegedly facilitated cyber frauds via his bank role, enabling ₹6 crore in illicit transactions.
2. Pune Company Falls Victim to ₹6.49 Crore Cyber Heist; Police Investigating Sophisticated Scam
A Pune-based company director lost ₹6.49 crore in a Man-in-the-Middle cyberattack after unknowingly transferring funds to a fraudster posing as a regular supplier. The attacker spoofed an email with minor changes, prompting five payments. The scam surfaced weeks later when the actual supplier reported no payment received.
3. 29-Year-Old Held in ₹5 Crore Fake Trading App Investment Fraud
Mumbai Cyber Police arrested 29-year-old for a ₹5.39 crore investment scam using the fake Golden Bridge Investment platform. The fraud surfaced after a retired businessman was duped via a dating app. Khan’s account was linked to 51 cyber fraud cases across India, revealing extensive laundering.
4. Cyber Cops Nab Two More Suspects in Ongoing Education Scam Probe
Cyber police arrested two clerks, in the ongoing education scam involving 540 fake Shalarth IDs used to impersonate teachers and siphon off salaries. The duo aided prime suspects Sunil Magam and Sunil Dhole. A wider investigation into education officials’ roles is currently underway.
5. Digital Arrest Scam: Woman Loses ₹93 Lakh via Video Call Threat, Three Held
Three more men were arrested by Malappuram Cyber Police for extorting ₹93 lakh from a woman in a digital arrest scam. The accused impersonated Mumbai Crime Branch officers via video call, threatening her into payment. Investigations revealed a racket involving rented bank accounts used for large-scale financial fraud.
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6. Over 5.5 Million Yale Health Patients’ Data, Including SSNs, Feared Compromised in Breach
Yale New Haven Health confirmed a cyberattack exposed personal data of over 5.5 million patients, including SSNs and contact details. Though patient care and records remain unaffected, authorities and Mandiant were called in. Affected individuals are being notified, with credit monitoring offered to those whose Social Security numbers were compromised.
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7. Microsoft Thwarts $4 Billion in Fraud Attempts Amid Rise in AI-Driven Cyber Scams
Microsoft blocked $4 billion in fraud between April 2024–2025, revealing scammers now use AI to craft phishing sites, job scams, and fake tech support calls. Its Cyber Signals report warns of AI’s role in faster, cheaper scams. Microsoft urges vigilance and highlights its multilayered tools to combat evolving threats.
8. Cyberattack Disrupts M&S Services, Adding to Shopping Woes
M&S continues to face disruptions after a cyberattack forced systems offline. Contactless payments, click & collect, and deliveries were affected, though some services have resumed. Conflicting reports from customers highlight ongoing confusion. M&S is working with cybersecurity experts and the NCSC to investigate and safeguard its systems and operations.
9. Florida Ranks Among Top Three U.S. States for Cybercrime Reports
Americans lost billions to online scams last year, with Florida ranking among the top states for cybercrime. The most common frauds included phishing, investment scams, identity theft, and tech support hoaxes. Authorities urge residents to stay alert, verify sources, and adopt strong digital security practices to protect their money.
10. New ‘SessionShark’ Phishing Kit Evades MFA to Hijack Office 365 Accounts
Cybercriminals are using a new tool called SessionShark to bypass Microsoft Office 365’s multi-factor authentication by stealing session tokens. Marketed on dark web forums, the AiTM phishing kit captures credentials in real-time, integrates with Telegram, and evades detection. Experts warn users to verify sites before logging in despite MFA.