The Top Ten cyber crime news summaries on The420 are meticulously curated by Future Crime Researchers from the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) and powered by Algoritha Security Pvt. Ltd. These summaries feature the most critical cyber crime developments from around the world. Keep reading—and stay safe.
1. 136 Cybercriminals Arrested in Tamil Nadu Linked to 159 Fraud Cases
In a statewide crackdown named ‘Thiraineeku-II,’ the Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing arrested 136 cybercriminals between June 2 and the early hours of June 4, 2025. The operation targeted suspects involved in various online frauds and cybercrime cases, marking a major step in the state’s digital crime enforcement efforts.
2. Retired Bank Officer Duped of ₹2.33 Crore in Fake Stock Market Scam Promising ₹11 Crore Returns
A retired bank officer was duped of ₹2.33 crore by cyber fraudsters who lured him through a fake investment app. Over seven days, he made 19 transactions after seeing false returns of ₹11.72 crore on the app, believing he was earning profits in a stock market-like investment scheme.
3. Woman Defrauded of ₹2.89 Crore by Cyber Criminals; Police Recover ₹1.29 Crore
A woman was defrauded of ₹2.89 crore by cyber criminals, but swift action by the cyber helpline cell led to the recovery of ₹1.29 crore. The case was reported through the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal (NCPR), enabling timely intervention and partial retrieval of the stolen amount, officials confirmed.
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4. Andaman & Nicobar Police Bust Digital Payment Fraud Syndicate
Andaman & Nicobar Police busted a digital payment fraud racket involving the use of a fake PhonePe app. Seven individuals were arrested for deceiving the public by generating false payment confirmations. The arrests followed multiple complaints and a coordinated investigation by the cyber cell and local law enforcement agencies.
5. Senior Citizens Defrauded of ₹3 Crore in ‘Digital Arrest’ and Fake Share Investment Scam
In Navi Mumbai, two senior citizens lost a total of ₹3 crore in separate cyber fraud incidents. A 60-year-old engineer was duped of ₹2.2 crore in a fake trading scam, while an 81-year-old was digitally arrested and cheated of ₹8 lakh by fraudsters posing as CBI and police officers.
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6. Coalition Australia Increases Cyber Crime Insurance Cover to $500,000
Coalition Australia has doubled its standard cyber crime coverage to AUD $500,000 amid rising threats, especially business email compromise and funds transfer fraud. The move follows its 2025 Cyber Claims Report, revealing social engineering as a dominant risk. Higher coverage up to AUD \$1 million is available upon referral.
7. Global Law Enforcement and Microsoft Dismantle Transnational Scam Network Targeting Seniors
India’s CBI, with Microsoft and Japan’s JC3, dismantled a tech support fraud network targeting elderly Japanese citizens. Six were arrested, two call centers shut, and infrastructure seized. The AI-driven scam impersonated Microsoft, with over 66,000 malicious domains taken down since 2024 through global collaboration.
8. China Police Offer Rewards for Tips on 20 Taiwanese Suspects in Cyberattack Case
China’s public security bureau has announced rewards for information leading to the arrest of 20 Taiwanese suspects linked to a major cyberattack on a Guangzhou tech firm. The May 20 breach was described as a sophisticated, large-scale assault resembling cyber warfare, surpassing the capabilities of ordinary hackers, officials said.
9. AT&T Investigates Possible Repeat Data Breach After New Customer Info Surfaces Online
AT&T is investigating a newly surfaced customer data dump, unsure if it stems from a fresh breach or a recycled leak from a past incident. The telecom giant suspects the data may be re-sold from an earlier compromise but has yet to confirm its origin or full scope of exposure.
10. BidenCash Marketplace Shut Down as U.S. Authorities Target Stolen Credit Card Operations
U.S. federal authorities have dismantled BidenCash, a notorious dark web marketplace for stolen credit card data. Operating for over three years, the platform facilitated more than $17 million in illicit transactions. The takedown marks a major blow to cybercrime networks profiting from global financial data theft and fraud.