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Android malware hidden in fake antivirus app

Fox News | 2026-02-14, 20:40

If you use an Android phone, this deserves your attention. Right now, cybersecurity researchers warn that hackers are using Hugging Face, a popular platform for sharing artificial intelligence (AI) tools, to spread dangerous Android malware. At first, the

Modern cybercrime police stations to be set up in every district in AP

The Times of India | 2026-02-14, 19:37

Amaravati: In a move to tackle rising cyber crimes such as digital arrests and online frauds, Andhra Pradesh govt on Saturday announced the establishment of a dedicated cybercrime police station in every district of the state. The proposal was highlighted as a

Hyderabad influencer, police join hands to raise awareness on ‘digital arrest’

The Siasat Daily | 2026-02-14, 09:40

Hyderabad: Deepak Karmugekar, a Hyderabad-based social media influencer, in collaboration with the Hyderabad Police, on Saturday, February 14, began raising awareness on the “digital arrest” scam – a kind of fraud where scammers impersonate police

York City cyberattack prompted $500K ransom payout, former mayor says

Evening Sun - Hanover | 2026-02-13, 16:32

Hamir's Indian Fusion named one of USA TODAY’s best restaurants of 2026 Take a look inside Hamir's Indian Fusion in York, Pennsylvania, named one of USA TODAYs best restaurants for 2026. A ransomware attack in July seized control of York's IT infrastructure,

Multi-pronged strategy to curb cybercrime in State, says Home Minister Anitha

The Hindu | 2026-02-13, 14:39

Awareness campaigns on emerging trends and reporting mechanism, prompt action through cyber helpline, and capacity building of police personnel among the measures being taken, says the Home Minister ...

Robinhood text scam warning: Do not call this number

Fox News | 2026-02-13, 12:47

Most scam texts are easy to spot, but this one feels

Nigerian court jails two Chinese nationals for cybercrime ring

France24 | 2026-02-13, 11:11

In Nigeria, Chinese directors have been jailed for running a

Planned cybercrime law can stop LGBTQ+ dating apps, says Zahid

Malaysia Kini | 2026-02-13, 08:41

It would provide a legal framework for preventing abuse of computer systems, says DPM.

How to safely view your bank and retirement accounts online

Fox News | 2026-02-12, 19:14

Logging into your bank, retirement or investment

Dutch telecom company confirms customer data leak following cyberattack

Xinhua | 2026-02-12, 15:33

THE HAGUE, Feb. 12 (Xinhua) -- Dutch telecommunications provider Odido confirmed on Thursday that data from 6.2 million customer accounts had been exposed in a cyberattack. Odido said the leaked information includes customers' full names, addresses, places of

Israel sees surge in Iranian cyberattacks aimed at government, defense figures, media

Virtual Jerusalem | 2026-02-12, 14:55

The Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet) and Israel’s National Cyber Directorate on Tuesday revealed a sharp rise in Iranian-backed cyberattack�� | Read More�Google Alert – Israel ...

Supply chain attacks now fuel a 'self-reinforcing' cybercrime economy

The Register | 2026-02-12, 12:26

Researchers say breaches link identity abuse,

Brazil Busts International Network Distributing Rape Videos

Greek City Times | 2026-02-12, 10:37

Brazilian police arrested three people on Wednesday, 11

Govt steps up war on cybercrime with increased allocation

The Times of India | 2026-02-12, 06:02

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NAPTIP Uncovers Cybercrime-Trafficking Ring in Southeast Asia, Rescues 23 Nigerian Youths

This Day | 2026-02-12, 03:24

Nigeria | 8 seconds ago Michael Olugbode in Abuja The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has exposed an emerging human trafficking route funneling Nigerian youths to Southeast Asia for forced involvement in cybercrime,

Nevada unveils data-classification policy months after cyberattack

no EC Elko Daily Free Press | 2026-02-12, 00:20

The state said it will reduce “uncertainty and hesitation when exchanging data.” ...

Roblox child safety warning after Nebraska kidnapping case

Fox News | 2026-02-11, 20:40

What starts as a game can quietly turn into something much more serious. Parents across the country are paying closer attention after a Nebraska man was charged with kidnapping two sisters, ages 12 and 14. According to authorities, he first connected

Hundreds of thousands stolen from Carolina Beach in cyberattack

StarNews Online | 2026-02-11, 18:03

Nearly half a million dollars were stolen from the town of Carolina Beach in an international cyberattack that is being investigated by the FBI. Carolina Beach was the victim of two "sophisticated cyberattacks" resulting in the theft of $487,994.80 in December

Israel warns of sharp rise in Iranian cyberattacks targeting officials, journalists

Virtual Jerusalem | 2026-02-11, 15:52

The cyberattacks involve “targeted phishing,”

Breaking: Court Jails Two Chinese for 46 Years Over Multi-Billion Naira Crypto, Cybercrime Fraud

This Day | 2026-02-11, 14:28

Breaking | 17 seconds ago Wale Igbintade Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday sentenced two Chinese nationals and directors of Genting International Co. Limited, Huang Haoyu, also known as Ken, and An Hongxu, to 46 years’

Artificial Intelligence Fuels New Cybercrimes Targeting Children

Greek City Times | 2026-02-11, 11:12

Police and experts highlighted the growing threat of

100 victims every hour: Amit Shah warns of \u2018national crisis\u2019, says cybercrime has become an industry

Indian Express | 2026-02-11, 05:38

Amit Shah said that as digital transactions have grown rapidly, the associated risks have also increased.

New cybercrime directorate to boost police response

FBC News | 2026-02-11, 02:34

The rising rate of online crime is placing growing

Microsoft 'Important Mail' email is a scam: How to spot it

Fox News | 2026-02-10, 21:33

Scam emails are getting better at looking