A staggering $19 billion has been lost to crypto-related crimes over the past 13 years, according to a new report by blockchain analytics firm Crystal Intelligence. This eye-watering figure highlights the significant security challenges that continue to plague the cryptocurrency industry. The report, titled “Cryptocurrency Crime:A 13-Year Retrospective, ” details a wide range of criminal activities targeting cryptocurrency users and businesses. These include hacking incidents, thefts from […]
Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has acknowledged a security incident where an unspecified number of user accounts were compromised through identity theft. In a statement released today, OKX emphasized the limited scope of the attack, stating that only a small number of users were affected. The exchange did not disclose the exact details of how the attackers obtained user credentials, but they maintained that their own verification system was […]
StartMail, the privacy-focused email service provider, has announced the launch of new business plans, directly targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), solopreneurs, and freelancers. This move signifies StartMail’s intent to carve out a niche in the competitive business email market, currently dominated by tech giants like Google and established secure email providers like ProtonMail. StartMail’s CEO, Robert E. G. Beens, emphasized the importance of robust security for […]
Singaporean authorities are urging businesses to heighten their cybersecurity defenses against a growing wave of ransomware attacks demanding payments in Bitcoin. The joint advisory, issued by the Singapore Police Force (SPF) and the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), highlights a recent rise in “cryptocurrency drainers” – malicious software designed to steal cryptocurrency from compromised systems. These attacks typically involve tricking victims into downloading malware through phishing […]
India’s financial watchdog, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), has successfully dismantled a cryptocurrency fraud operation that targeted a foreign national. The ED conducted raids across several locations in Delhi, Haryana, and Kanpur on Friday, June 6th, apprehending Prafful Gupta and his associates believed to be involved in the scheme. The investigation began after a First Information Report (FIR) was filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against […]
China’s foray into regulating the burgeoning cryptocurrency market has taken a landmark step with its first-ever criminal conviction for crypto fraud. The case, which saw a man sentenced to four and a half years in prison for soliciting funds for a fake blockchain project, has ignited a complex debate about the future of cryptocurrencies in the world’s second-largest economy. Supporters of the conviction argue that it sends […]
The FBI is urging caution for job seekers looking for remote work opportunities, as scammers are increasingly targeting them with fake work-from-home schemes designed to steal cryptocurrency. These scams often masquerade as legitimate positions with high salaries and minimal qualifications, preying on people’s desire for flexibility and financial gain. The allure of work-from-home jobs has grown significantly in recent years, with many seeking an alternative to traditional […]
By Nitya Chakraborty The 2024 Lok Sabha elections have brought some cheers to the Left block comprising CPI, CPI(M) and the CPI(ML)-L as after a long gap, three members have been elected from the Hindi heartland states- two from Bihar belonging to the CPI(ML)-L and one from Rajasthan belonging to the CPI(M). The total strength […]
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Popular social media platform TikTok is in damage control mode after a cyberattack compromised the accounts of prominent brands and celebrities, according to a BBC report. The exact number of affected accounts and the nature of the data breached remain unclear, but the incident has caused significant anxiety for users on the platform. Companies and celebrities are racing to regain control of their accounts and assess the […]
Google’s ability to safeguard its platform from crypto scams utilizing deepfakes is under scrutiny following a recent incident. The controversy centers around a fabricated video featuring Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and a prominent figure in the cryptocurrency world. The deepfake, which appeared on YouTube Live, showed a manipulated Musk endorsing a giveaway where viewers could supposedly multiply their Bitcoin holdings. The scam amassed hundreds of […]
Series of solutions and initiatives to be released throughout 2024 HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 May 2024 – Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today unveiled its plans for protecting consumers as they increasingly adopt generative AI applications alongside the expected growth in adoption of AI PCs. Designed to address the unique opportunities and risks posed by AI, […]
Falling victim to a cryptocurrency exit scam can be a devastating blow. These deceptive schemes lure investors in with promises of high returns, only to vanish abruptly with deposited funds. While recovering stolen crypto can be an uphill battle, there are steps you can take to try and reclaim your assets and hold the perpetrators accountable. The first crucial step is acting quickly. The longer scammers have […]
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, accompanied by senior leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), ahead of a planned march to the BJP headquarters today declared that Prime Minister Narendra Modi can send anyone he wishes to jail. Kejriwal alleged that the BJP sees AAP as a threat, prompting what he terms “Operation Jhaadu” – […]
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By K Raveendran In granting interim relief to Kejriwal, the Supreme Court has shown the willingness to go beyond technicalities and take a ‘political’ stand against what has been widely seen as a political arrest by the Modi government. The decision by the bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta will be remembered for […]
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By Dr. Gyan Pathak In the beginning, Narendra Modi promised “good days”, but it didn’t come even after 10 long years of his rule in India. Then there was opposition’s hue and cry against him. General Election 2024 was knocking at the door. Under his nose, in the capital city, his seat of power, the […]
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Dutch authorities apprehended a man allegedly involved in the Zkasino scam,a crypto-based scheme that defrauded users of over $30 million.The arrest,which took place earlier this week,marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the high-profile heist. Zkasino,an online casino platform launched in 2022,promised users anonymity and provably fair games through utilization of the Zcash blockchain.However,concerns were raised in early 2023 when users reported being unable to […]
By Nitya Chakraborty Narendra Modi during his campaign for the Prime Ministership in 2013 and early months of 2014 focused mainly on corruption of the UPA-2 government in the last two years of its tenure and promised to the Indian voters a corruption-free government in 2014 Lok Sabha polls. The Congress stuck by the developments […]
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K Raveendran Without mincing …….. by K Raveendran Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan loses no opportunity to blame all the troubles of the state on the Centre. For everything that is not to his or his party’s liking, from the fiscal constraints on borrowing to the distribution of the humble Bharat rice, the blame is invariably put at the door of the Modi government. To add further effect […]
The Supreme Court on Monday issued notice on a petition filed by former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). A bench hearing the case posted the matter in the week commencing from May 6 stating that, in the meantime, it shall be open to the Jharkhand High Court […]
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Password manager LastPass finds itself entangled in a deceptive scheme by cybercriminals. Perpetrators are impersonating LastPass staff to infiltrate user accounts, a tactic raising concerns about multi-factor authentication’s (MFA) effectiveness. The attack hinges on social engineering, a strategy that exploits human trust. Victims receive a phone call, often with a spoofed number appearing as a legitimate LastPass line. The caller, posing as a LastPass representative, claims to […]
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 April 2024 – Every four years, the crypto world gets hyped for the Bitcoin halving. Past halvings, like the one of May 2020, saw a massive increase in BTC transactions, which was driven by growing adoption and community involvement. This trend benefited the crypto landscape across the board. The upcoming halving on 20 April 2024 is expected to […]
By Dr. Gyan Pathak Delhi High Court’s remark on the third plea, after rejection of the two earlier, seeking removal of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is significant. The petitioner deserved to have “heavy costs” imposed on him since the petition was filed for “publicity”. The earlier two pleas were already rejected since an elected […]
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By Nantoo Banerjee Who is afraid of corruption? Certainly not India’s political parties battling against each other in the current Lok Sabha election campaign. Nor are the general public, who have been, more nilly than willy, part of the country’s vicious system of corruption for years. Raids at premises and arrests of select opposition state […]
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