Tag: Cybercrime
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Depraved: Man jailed for possessing over 1,200 child abuse material in Singapore
Overview A Singaporean man was sentenced to 22 months’ jail and two strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to possessing more than 1,200 images and videos that depicted child abuse. The case, described by prosecutors as depraved, highlights the persistence of individuals who seek out and hoard child exploitation material via the dark web…
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Two Arrested Over London Nursery Cyber-Attack: What Parents Should Know
Overview of the case Two suspects have been detained in connection with a cyber-attack on a chain of nurseries in London, highlighting the ongoing threat of ransomware to early childhood services. A 17-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail after police linked them to the incident. The…
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Two Arrested Over Nursery Cyber-Attack Stirs UK Parents’ Worries
Overview of the case Two individuals have been arrested as part of a police investigation into a cyber-attack on a chain of nurseries in London. A 17-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man were detained at residential addresses in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail. Authorities say the arrests mark a significant…
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Two Arrested in Connection with Cyber Attack on London Nurseries
London nurseries hit by cyber attack prompts arrests A teenager and a man have been taken into custody following reports of a cyber attack aimed at a London-based chain of nurseries. The arrests were made on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail, as investigators pursue those responsible for the breach that exposed sensitive information belonging…
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Two Arrested in London Nursery Cyber-Attack: What We Know So Far
Overview of the Case A cyber-attack targeting a London nursery chain has led to the arrest of two suspects, a 17-year-old boy and a 22-year-old man. Police say both were arrested at residential addresses in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire, on suspicion of computer misuse and blackmail. The investigation is ongoing, and the suspects remain in custody…
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Western Sydney University Hit by Major Cybersecurity Breach as Fraudulent Emails Target Students and Alumni
Overview of the Incident A major cybersecurity breach at Western Sydney University has disrupted communications with students and alumni, prompting urgent warnings from the university and law enforcement. The incident involves mass emails that appeared to originate from university-affiliated accounts, including one from an address labeled no-email@westernsydney.edu.au, and another from an address titled Parking Permits.…
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Cops Nab Fake Lady Dentist in Iloilo City
Authorities Bust Fake Dentist Operating Online in Iloilo City In Iloilo City, law enforcement authorities have arrested a 20-year-old who allegedly posed as a licensed dentist, personifying a recurring threat to public health in the digital era. The suspect, known by the alias “Gaile,” was detained on October 2 in the La Paz district by…
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Fake Dentist Nabbed in Iloilo City Sends Strong Warning on Online Medical Scams
Police Nab Fake Dentist in Iloilo City A 20-year-old woman, alias “Gaile,” was arrested in Iloilo City on October 2 by agents from the Regional Anti-Cybercrime Unit (RACU-6) of the Philippine National Police. The suspect is accused of offering dental services online without the necessary professional credentials, prompting renewed concerns about the reach of online…
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Cybercrime Surge Drives P1B DICT Budget Boost, Says Brian Poe
Overview: Why the DICT budget is back in the spotlight The Philippines is lining up a sizable budget response to a sharp rise in cybercrime. FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Rep. Brian Poe, a vice chair of the Committee on Appropriations, argued during the marathon plenary debates on the P6.793‑trillion General Appropriations Bill (GAB) for 2026…
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Poe pushes P1B DICT security budget amid cybercrime surge
Poe pushes P1B DICT security budget amid cybercrime surge The surge in cybercrime has lawmakers calling for stronger digital defense. FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Rep. Brian Poe, a vice chairman of the Committee on Appropriations, presented the case for boosting the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) budget for 2026 as part of the…