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North Korean Hackers Target Crypto Pros with Fake Video Calls

20 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

UNC1069, a North Korean cybercrime group, is deploying fake video meetings and advanced malware to steal from cryptocurrency professionals worldwide. Here’s how the operation works—and how to stay safe.

#North Korea | #Cybersecurity | #Cryptocurrency

Crypto Whodunit: Grinex Hack Blamed on Western Intelligence Amid Sanctions Clash

18 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

After a $13.7 million crypto theft, Grinex exchange blames Western intelligence—without evidence—highlighting the blurred lines between cybercrime, sanctions, and geopolitical intrigue.

#Grinex hack | #Cybersecurity | #Cryptocurrency

🏴‍☠️ NovaFPCOM: The Shadow Marketplace Fueling Ransomware’s Rise

14 Apr 2026 news

NovaFPCOM, a secretive dark web marketplace, is quietly powering a surge in ransomware attacks. Investigate how this platform connects cybercriminals, sells stolen data, and reshapes the global threat landscape.

#Ransomware | #Dark Web | #Cryptocurrency

North Korean Hackers Exploit Fake Zoom and Teams Meetings in Sophisticated Crypto Heists

08 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

North Korean cybercriminals are leveraging fake Zoom and Teams meetings to infiltrate cryptocurrency and open-source communities. By masquerading as trusted contacts and using real business tools, they deliver malware with minimal user interaction—threatening both digital assets and the software supply chain.

#North Korean Hackers | #Cybercrime | #Cryptocurrency

Dark Dollars: The FBI Unmasks America’s $17.6 Billion Cybercrime Wave

06 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

The FBI’s 2025 report reveals a staggering $17.6 billion lost to online scams, ransomware, and crypto theft, with seniors and critical infrastructure among the hardest hit. Dive into the numbers and tactics behind America’s latest cybercrime epidemic.

#Cybercrime | #Ransomware | #Cryptocurrency

npm Supply Chain Attack: 36 Malicious Plugins Target Crypto Platforms

06 Apr 2026 news

A wave of 36 malicious npm packages disguised as Strapi plugins launched a sophisticated supply chain attack, targeting cryptocurrency payment platforms with evolving malware, credential theft, and persistent backdoors.

#npm attack | #cryptocurrency | #supply chain

Uranium Finance Hacker Charged: Maryland Man Faces Decades for $53M DeFi Heist

01 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

A Maryland man stands accused of masterminding one of DeFi's largest heists, draining $53 million from Uranium Finance and laundering the proceeds through crypto mixers and collectibles. This feature unpacks the investigation, the technology, and the consequences for the crypto world.

#Uranium Finance | #DeFi | #cryptocurrency

Shadow Money and Silent Influence: The UK’s Political Donations Under Siege

28 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Britain is tightening its political donations rules amid warnings that foreign money and online manipulation are outpacing the country’s ability to respond. Experts say new bans on cryptocurrency and overseas contributions are only a first step against a complex web of hidden influence.

#Political Donations | #Foreign Interference | #Cryptocurrency

From Dark Markets to Deepfakes: Cybercrime, Crypto, and AI Threats at CyberSEC2026

17 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

CyberSEC2026 in Rome exposed how cybercriminals are weaponizing crypto assets and artificial intelligence to commit sophisticated fraud, evade law enforcement, and exploit regulatory loopholes. Discover the urgent need for integrated defenses.

#Cybercrime | #Cryptocurrency | #Artificial Intelligence

FBI Uncovers Crypto-Stealing Malware in Steam Games: What Gamers Need to Know

17 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

A cluster of obscure Steam games secretly siphoned crypto wallets and personal data from unsuspecting players, prompting the FBI to launch an urgent investigation and call for victims to come forward.

#Malware | #Steam | #Cryptocurrency