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UN Investigation Reveals DPRK's $3 Billion Crypto Cyberattack Scheme

UN Investigation Reveals DPRK's $3 Billion Crypto Cyberattack Scheme

The United Nations is probing DPRK-linked hacking groups for orchestrating cyberattacks on cryptocurrency firms, amassing $3 billion over six years to fund WMD development. These cybercrimes, targeting 58 companies, underscore a sophisticated operation defying international sanctions.

Hackers Demand $1 Million in Bitcoin Ransom After Hacking Computer Systems of Insurance Firm

Hackers Demand $1 Million in Bitcoin Ransom After Hacking Computer Systems of Insurance Firm

Israeli’s largest insurance company fell victim to hackers this week and must pay huge amounts of funds in cryptocurrency to regain access to its data.

Jack Daniel’s Parent Company Brown-Forman Targeted for Ransomware by Notorious REvil

Jack Daniel’s Parent Company Brown-Forman Targeted for Ransomware by Notorious REvil

Brown-Forman, Jack Daniel’s parent company and a giant powerhouse in the alcoholic industry, recently suffered a ransomware data breach originating from REvil.

Hackers Hungry for Bitcoin and Ether Target Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Hackers Hungry for Bitcoin and Ether Target Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Bitcoin and cryptocurrency hackers seized the social media account of India Prime Minister Narendra Modi today, in an effort to secure Bitcoin and Ether funds.

Australian Female Hacker Sentenced to 2 Years of Prison for $400K Ripple (XRP) Crypto Heist

Australian Female Hacker Sentenced to 2 Years of Prison for $400K Ripple (XRP) Crypto Heist

Australia recorded one of its first cases of cryptocurrency theft recently.

Ransomware Attacks Target English Football League, Data Withheld for $3.8 Million Bitcoin

Ransomware Attacks Target English Football League, Data Withheld for $3.8 Million Bitcoin

UK government report reveals cybercriminals are targeting English Football Clubs with ransomware attacks.

US Files Lawsuit to Recover Cryptocurrency Accounts Linked to North Korean Hacking Operation

US Files Lawsuit to Recover Cryptocurrency Accounts Linked to North Korean Hacking Operation

The US Department of Justice has filed a suit against North Korean state-sponsored cyber hackers for allegedly perpetrating two major cryptocurrency heists.

Cryptocurrency Phishing Attacks Rise by 40% Year-on-Year in 2022

Cryptocurrency Phishing Attacks Rise by 40% Year-on-Year in 2022

Kaspersky, a Russian cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, has reported a 40% year-on-year increase in cryptocurrency phishing attacks in 2022. The attacks involve reaching out to investors through fake websites and communication channels that mimic official companies, prompting users to share personal information such as private keys. Attackers are evolving their strategies to lure unwary crypto investors. Recently, hardware cryptocurrency wallet provider Trezor warned against attempts to steal users' crypto through fake Trezor sites. In a survey, one out of seven respondents admitted to being affected by cryptocurrency phishing.

Telecom Argentina Hit By Ransomware attack: Hackers Demand $7.5 Million Monero

Telecom Argentina Hit By Ransomware attack: Hackers Demand $7.5 Million Monero

Cyber attackers are demanding Monero ransom worth $7.5 million after taking control of Telecom Argentina’s internal network.

Jim Cramer Sold Most of His Bitcoin Holdings but Willing to Buy Again If Prices Fall to Near $10,000

Jim Cramer Sold Most of His Bitcoin Holdings but Willing to Buy Again If Prices Fall to Near $10,000

CNBC host Jim Cramer said he is willing to purchase buy Bitcoin again if its price fall to near $100,000, he has revealed has sold nearly all of his Bitcoin holdings due to recent cyberattacks and China’s crackow on crypto.

Darknet Empire Offline for Days Has Users Fearing DDoS Attack and Looming Scam

Darknet Empire Offline for Days Has Users Fearing DDoS Attack and Looming Scam

A popular darknet marketplace, Empire Market, has been reported to be offline for over 48 hours, making website users fretful as to the cause behind it.

US Treasury Sanctions Two Men Accused of Laundering Crypto for North Korean Cyber Crime Syndicate

US Treasury Sanctions Two Men Accused of Laundering Crypto for North Korean Cyber Crime Syndicate

The US Treasury Department Office of Foreign Asset Control has sanctioned two men believed to involved in laundering stolen cryptocurrency from a 2018 cyberattack against a cryptocurrency exchange.

Browser Extensions Used by Scammers to Steal Bitcoin

Browser Extensions Used by Scammers to Steal Bitcoin

The CEO of Casa takes his time to demonstrate how browser extensions can be used to launch a cyberattack to steal Bitcoin. He emphasized on cyber consciousness and cybersecurity.

US Court Indicts Alleged Lazarus Group Members in $250 Million Crypto Exchange Theft

US Court Indicts Alleged Lazarus Group Members in $250 Million Crypto Exchange Theft

Two Chinese nationals, Tian YinYin and Li Jiadong were sanctioned yesterday by the US Government yesterday for their alleged involvement in laundering stolen cryptocurrency from a 2018 cyberattack. The pair have been charged with stealing nearly $250 million in virtual assets and laundering the money through converting BTC to USD and Chinese Yuan as well as through iTunes gift cards.

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