FBI: U.S. Cybercrime Losses Reach Record $16.6 Billion in 2024
Cybercriminals inflicted a record $16.6 billion in financial losses across the United States in 2024, according to the FBI. The agency’s annual Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) report reveals a sharp 33% year-over-year increase in cybercrime-related losses. The IC3 logged 859,532 cybercrime complaints last year. Of these, 256,256 cases resulted in financial loss, bringing the average loss per victim to
Apple and Meta Sanctioned for DMA Violations in the EU
The European Commission has ruled that both Apple and Meta violated the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These breaches concern consumer choice and fair platform practices across the EU. According to the Commission, Apple restricted app developers from informing users about offers outside the App Store. This limitation undermines competition and transparency. Meta, meanwhile, failed to offer users a data-light service
Cybercrime Networks Expand Beyond Southeast Asia
Cybercrime syndicates from Southeast Asia are rapidly extending their reach globally. The UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) highlights this alarming trend in its latest report. Originally concentrated in countries like Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and the Philippines, these groups are now operating in Africa, Latin America, and Eastern Europe. These syndicates employ tactics such as romance scams, fake investment
FBI Alerts Public to Fake IC3 Agent Scam Targeting Past Fraud Victims
In a troubling new development, the FBI has warned of cybercriminals impersonating agents from the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). These scammers are not targeting random individuals. Instead, they focus on people who have already reported being victims of fraud. By doing so, they aim to exploit those already impacted by crime, causing further emotional and financial harm. This tactic
Fake Google Ads Mimic Semrush to Trick SEO Professionals
A dangerous phishing campaign is tricking SEO professionals with fake Google Ads that mimic Semrush. These ads lead users to spoofed login pages, designed to steal Google account credentials. Hackers crafted domains like “semrush[.]tech” and “semrush[.]click” to look authentic. When users arrive on these sites, they find the normal login disabled. Instead, the page forces them to use a “Sign
CERT-UA Warns of Signal-Based Phishing Campaign Targeting Ukrainian Military
Ukraine’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-UA) has issued a critical alert regarding a new wave of spear-phishing attacks. These campaigns target military personnel and defense industry employees by exploiting compromised Signal messenger accounts. The attackers use trusted Signal contacts to send malicious files, making it more likely for recipients to engage with the content. This new campaign began in March
Google Unifies Search Domains: Impacts on SEO and Localization
Google has announced a significant change to its search domain structure. Over the coming months, users accessing country-specific Google domains (ccTLDs) like google.se or google.de will be redirected to the global domain, google.com. This shift aims to provide a more streamlined and consistent search experience worldwide. Understanding the Change Since 2017, Google has been delivering localized search results based on
GitHub Strengthens Security Tools Following Massive Secret Leak in 2025
GitHub has introduced major updates to its Advanced Security platform after detecting over 39 million exposed secrets during 2025. These included API keys, credentials, and tokens—critical elements that, if exposed, pose serious cybersecurity risks to developers and organizations. According to GitHub’s new report, its built-in secret scanning tool detected the leaked data. This tool scans for sensitive information like passwords
Protect Yourself from Tax Scammers: Secure Your IRS Identity Protection PIN
The IRS has reopened its Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) program, urging U.S. taxpayers to enroll now. This program adds a critical layer of security against identity theft and fraudulent tax returns. What is an IP PIN and Why Do You Need One? An IP PIN is a unique six-digit number that taxpayers must include when filing their
RansomHub Ransomware Affiliates Adopt New ‘Betruger’ Backdoor in Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers from Symantec have uncovered a sophisticated new backdoor named Betruger, recently deployed by affiliates of the notorious RansomHub ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group. This custom-built malware significantly enhances the efficiency and stealth of ransomware attacks. What is the Betruger Backdoor? Symantec describes Betruger as an advanced "multi-function" malware, uniquely designed to consolidate several malicious tools into one powerful package. This
