Thursday, May 21, 2026
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Tag: cybercrime

Google Calendar, Drawings now used for online scams and data theft

New research from a cybersecurity solutions provider revealed that hackers and threat actors are now exploiting Google Calendar and Drawings to bypass traditional email...

PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group teams up with TikTok to fight online scams

The Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) recently announced it is working with video-sharing network TikTok to boost efforts against online scams and other...

PNP told: Run after child abusers, private armies

Marcos also orders cops to intensify anti-cybercrime efforts President Marcos ordered the Philippine National Police to focus on combating child exploitation and cybercrime as well...

Meta takes down 2 million accounts linked to scams 

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announced the removal of over 2 million accounts this year linked to "pig butchering" scams. These scams, primarily originating...

Google launches regular advisories for online fraud and scams

Google announced a new initiative aimed at combating the escalating complexity and volume of online scams that have become a significant concern for users...

Makabayan Bloc files resolution to investigate GCash glitches

The Makabayan Bloc sought a congressional inquiry on Monday into the recent unauthorized transactions and financial losses in GCash accounts, affecting numerous GCash users.The...

NCRPO chief denies extortion claims during Manila scam hub raid

The Philippine National Police (PNP) National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) chief Major General Sidney Hernia categorically denied Tuesday allegations of extortion made against him...

NBI agents arrest 18 Chinese nationals for scamming, bribing

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) announced on Wednesday the arrest of 17 Chinese nationals for scamming operations and one for bribing arresting officers. In...

Graphic artist in French trial over livestreamed child rape

Trigger warning: This story contains depictions of rape and other forms of sexual violence. Reader discretion is advised. Paris, France—A graphic artist who has worked on...

Vulnerability in macOS allows hackers to to access user data

Microsoft has issued a warning regarding a newly patched vulnerability in macOS that could be exploited for adware attacks. Identified as CVE-2024-44133, this flaw allows...

Russia, China step up cybercriminal recruitment, warns Microsoft

Russia, China and North Korea are becoming more aggressive and sophisticated in their recruitment of cybercriminals to steal money, gain intelligence and sway elections,...

17 foreign cybercriminals fall to NBI

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) announced Tuesday it arrested 17 foreign nationals for cybercrime activities in Makati City. NBI Director Jaime Santiago said the...

Hackers lure victims to fake recruitment scam

North Korean hackers are using updated malware strains in fake recruitment scams to steal sensitive information and cryptocurrency. A report from Palo Alto Networks’ Unit...

Fraudulent trading apps target users in global ‘Pig Butchering’ scam

Fake trading applications have been discovered on Google Play and Apple's App Store, targeting users in a global "pig butchering" scam. Researchers from cybersecurity firm...
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