Important national cybercrime cases have been compiled by FutureCrime Researchers to keep you updated on ongoing digital fraud trends and law enforcement actions across India. Read the top 10 cybercrime updates of the world below.
1. Cyber Mule Network With Global Links Busted in India
Police uncovered a cyber mule racket linked to criminals in China, Cambodia, and Dubai. Police arrested four suspects in a multi-state operation after a senior citizen lost ₹71 lakh through a fake trading app. Furthermore, investigators found that the funds were routed via mule accounts, exposing a wider international cybercrime syndicate operating in India.
2. Hyderabad Man Arrested in ₹47 Lakh Investment Scam
Hyderabad cybercrime police arrested an individual for duping a senior citizen of ₹47 lakh through a fraudulent online investment scheme. Initially, the victim was lured via social media into a fake trading platform that falsely promised high returns. Authorities traced digital evidence and uncovered links to an interstate cybercrime ring using mule accounts.
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3. ₹47.2 Lakh Trading Fraud Cracked by Odisha Police
Odisha’s cyber unit arrested a key suspect from Hyderabad in a ₹47.2 lakh online trading fraud. The accused was part of a scam posing as financial advisors offering IPO and OTC returns. Victims were shown fake gains via digital wallets. Authorities seized digital evidence and froze multiple linked bank accounts.
4. Cybercrime Accused Gets Bail as CBI Misses Deadline
A cybercrime suspect arrested for running an illegal call center targeting foreign nationals was granted bail after CBI failed to file a charge sheet within 90 days. The accused, caught during Operation Chakra IV, allegedly defrauded German citizens through a virtual asset-based scam operated from Siliguri since 2021.
5. Ahmedabad Hacker Busted for Unfreezing Bank Accounts
An IT professional in Ahmedabad hacked a cyber police email to send fake unfreeze instructions to banks, targeting ₹74 lakh in frozen accounts. The scam was uncovered when a bank cross-verified the suspicious email. Investigators tracked the IP address, arrested the hacker, and seized evidence linking him to multiple frauds.
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6. UK Research Agency Faces 600% Surge in Cyber-Attacks
Britain’s largest public science funding body, UKRI, reported 5.4 million cyber-attacks in the first four months of 2025—a 600% increase over all of 2024. The spike, revealed via FOI request, includes phishing and malware campaigns, raising alarms about AI-fueled threats. Experts warn of rapidly evolving tactics targeting public and private sectors alike.
7. Ransomware Attack on Food Distributor Hits UK Supermarket Supply Chains
Peter Green Chilled, a key UK food distributor, confirmed a ransomware attack that disrupted operations and halted new orders. The incident threatens fresh stock deliveries to major retailers like Tesco, Waitrose, and M&S, whereas small suppliers report losses nearing £100,000, while M&S prepares a separate cyber insurance claim of up to £100 million following its own breach.
8. Syria Sees Spike in Online Sectarian Crimes Amid Cyber Law Backlash
Syria’s judiciary is increasingly handling cybercrime cases involving sectarian incitement on social media. However, the country’s harsh 2022 cybercrime law continues to draw criticism. While legal experts argue that the law stifles free speech, enforcement remains inconsistent, mainly because the cybercrime unit is nonfunctional. Meanwhile, calls for reform are growing louder, yet progress remains unclear.
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9. Indonesia, Cambodia to Boost Cybercrime Cooperation With New Agreement
Indonesia and Cambodia are finalizing an MoU to deepen collaboration against cybercrime and human trafficking. The agreement follows the rescue of 500 Indonesian nationals from online scam operations in Cambodia. It will cover data fraud, immigration controls, and border security, with officials implementing stricter passport issuance and travel screening.
10. LockBit Leak Exposes Ransomware Tactics, Low Payout Rates
A breach of LockBit’s infrastructure has revealed internal data exposing how the ransomware gang operates like a franchise, providing tools while affiliates handle attacks. Despite aggressive tactics, leaked records show only 2.8% of incidents resulted in any affiliate payment. Chat logs revealed psychological manipulation and threats used in negotiations. Experts say the leak offers rare insight into payload customization, ransom strategies, and the group’s organized infrastructure.
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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.