Vast pedophile network shut down in Europol's largest CSAM operationEuropol dismantled a significant dark web pedophile network, leading to numerous arrests and protecting child victims.
AI Is Triggering a Child-Sex-Abuse CrisisGenerative AI is increasingly being used to create sexually explicit images of children, highlighting an emerging crisis in safety.
AI is overpowering efforts to catch child predators, experts warnThe rise of AI-generated sexually explicit images of children is overwhelming law enforcement and complicating efforts to rescue victims.
Texan man gets 30 years in prison for running CSAM exchangeRobert Shouse was sentenced to 30 years in prison for running a dark web forum for child sexual abuse material and personally abusing children.
Vast pedophile network shut down in Europol's largest CSAM operationEuropol dismantled a significant dark web pedophile network, leading to numerous arrests and protecting child victims.
AI Is Triggering a Child-Sex-Abuse CrisisGenerative AI is increasingly being used to create sexually explicit images of children, highlighting an emerging crisis in safety.
AI is overpowering efforts to catch child predators, experts warnThe rise of AI-generated sexually explicit images of children is overwhelming law enforcement and complicating efforts to rescue victims.
Texan man gets 30 years in prison for running CSAM exchangeRobert Shouse was sentenced to 30 years in prison for running a dark web forum for child sexual abuse material and personally abusing children.
Former California Navy detective sentenced for choking sailor faces new child exploitation chargeA former Navy detective faces new federal charges for attempted child sex abuse production while serving a sentence for misconduct as a police officer.
Hackers leak sensitive data from elite Bronx private school after ransomware attack - Bronx TimesRansomHub leaked sensitive data from Riverdale Country School after the school failed to comply with their ransomware demands.
National Public Data Breach: 2.7bn Records Leaked on Dark WebA hacker dumped 2.7 billion data records, including SSNs, on the dark web, potentially stolen from National Public Data.
National Public Data breach: Lawsuit claims nearly three billion people had personal data exposedA proposed class action lawsuit claims 2.9 billion people's data was leaked from National Public Data in a cyberattack.
Majority of UK MPs have had their data leaked to the dark webTwo-thirds of British politicians' data leaked to dark web, 68% affected, highlighting cybersecurity risks through third-party services.
National Public Data breach update: Lawsuits pile up against Florida-based background check company after 'security incident'A massive data breach may have leaked billions of records, including sensitive personal information, raising significant privacy concerns.
Hackers may have stolen your Social Security number: Here's how to protect yourselfSensitive personal data of nearly 3 billion people has reportedly been stolen and put up for sale on the dark web.
Hackers leak sensitive data from elite Bronx private school after ransomware attack - Bronx TimesRansomHub leaked sensitive data from Riverdale Country School after the school failed to comply with their ransomware demands.
National Public Data Breach: 2.7bn Records Leaked on Dark WebA hacker dumped 2.7 billion data records, including SSNs, on the dark web, potentially stolen from National Public Data.
National Public Data breach: Lawsuit claims nearly three billion people had personal data exposedA proposed class action lawsuit claims 2.9 billion people's data was leaked from National Public Data in a cyberattack.
Majority of UK MPs have had their data leaked to the dark webTwo-thirds of British politicians' data leaked to dark web, 68% affected, highlighting cybersecurity risks through third-party services.
National Public Data breach update: Lawsuits pile up against Florida-based background check company after 'security incident'A massive data breach may have leaked billions of records, including sensitive personal information, raising significant privacy concerns.
Hackers may have stolen your Social Security number: Here's how to protect yourselfSensitive personal data of nearly 3 billion people has reportedly been stolen and put up for sale on the dark web.
AI: An Agent For Dark Web Monitoring | HackerNoonOnline privacy concerns escalate due to data leaks and dark web activities, underscoring the need for tighter monitoring and advanced technologies.
Are The Most Common Conceptions Of the Dark Web True? | HackerNoonDark web is an encrypted part of the internet for anonymous communication, accessed through special tools like Tor and VPN.
AI: An Agent For Dark Web Monitoring | HackerNoonOnline privacy concerns escalate due to data leaks and dark web activities, underscoring the need for tighter monitoring and advanced technologies.
Are The Most Common Conceptions Of the Dark Web True? | HackerNoonDark web is an encrypted part of the internet for anonymous communication, accessed through special tools like Tor and VPN.
NYC man allegedly raped boy, posted video of attack to dark web - and authorities fear there may be more victimsRamel Warner, a babysitter, is accused of abusing a young boy and may have other victims, prompting investigations by the FBI and NYPD.
The HackerNoon Newsletter: The Stupidest Requests on the Dark Web Come from Regular People (2/19/2025) | HackerNoonThe tech industry is grappling with the implications of the dark web and its regular users.Zuzalu's crypto community is at a crossroads regarding settling down or continuing their nomadic lifestyle.
Donald Trump pardons Silk Road dark web drug marketplace creator Ross UlbrichtTrump pardoned Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht on his first full day in office in a controversial decision.
Warning as bank fraud is skyrocketing across the USSocial engineering and urgency tactics are key strategies used by scammers to exploit their victims, leading to significant financial losses.
The podcast Kill List doesn't reflect badly on the internet it reflects badly on us | John NaughtonThe dark web hosts dangerous assassination markets that put individuals at risk, showcasing humanity's darker instincts.
Warning as bank fraud is skyrocketing across the USSocial engineering and urgency tactics are key strategies used by scammers to exploit their victims, leading to significant financial losses.
The podcast Kill List doesn't reflect badly on the internet it reflects badly on us | John NaughtonThe dark web hosts dangerous assassination markets that put individuals at risk, showcasing humanity's darker instincts.
Dark web dealer who stole unreleased Coldplay music gets suspended sentenceA dark web dealer was sentenced for stealing unreleased music from artists and selling it online, highlighting the impact on musicians and record companies.
Hacker who sold unreleased Coldplay and Shawn Mendes songs on dark web spared jailA hacker was given a suspended sentence for selling unreleased music online, highlighting challenges in enforcing copyright in the digital age.
Dark web dealer who stole unreleased Coldplay music gets suspended sentenceA dark web dealer was sentenced for stealing unreleased music from artists and selling it online, highlighting the impact on musicians and record companies.
Hacker who sold unreleased Coldplay and Shawn Mendes songs on dark web spared jailA hacker was given a suspended sentence for selling unreleased music online, highlighting challenges in enforcing copyright in the digital age.
Dark web hacker who made 42k selling unreleased Coldplay tracks is spared jailA hacker sold unreleased music online, avoiding jail time despite significant copyright offences, highlighting issues with music piracy's impact on artists.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales are shifting from the dark web to social media platforms like Snapchat and Telegram, using emojis for discreet communications.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales are declining on the dark web as dealers pivot to social media for advertising and selling illegal substances.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales on social media platforms are rising while dark web sales are declining, making drug procurement more convenient for consumers.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales are shifting from the dark web to social media platforms like Snapchat and Telegram, using emojis for discreet communications.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales are declining on the dark web as dealers pivot to social media for advertising and selling illegal substances.
Who needs the dark web? Drug sales flourish on social mediaDrug sales on social media platforms are rising while dark web sales are declining, making drug procurement more convenient for consumers.
Drug Dealers Have Moved Onto Social MediaOpen platforms are facilitating a rise in drug transactions as dark web activity declines.Dealers use specific emojis for drugs to evade detection on social media.
Microsoft's New Recall AI Tool May Be a 'Privacy Nightmare'Eventbrite was used to facilitate the illegal sale of controlled substances and other illicit activities, with the company's recommendation algorithm inadvertently promoting posts for opioids alongside addiction recovery events.
Federal grand jury indicts Buffalo Police detective for purchases made on illicit online marketplace and making false statements to the FBICiszek, a police detective, was indicted for illicit purchases on Genesis Market and lying to the FBI, showcasing deep involvement in online fraud.
Man behind Helix cryptocurrency mixer gets three yearsLarry Dean Harmon was sentenced to three years in prison for operating a dark-web cryptocurrency laundering service.
Scattered Spider Hacking Gang Arrests Mount With TeenOgletree's phishing scheme led to over $4 million in losses, showcasing the threats posed by cybercrime.
Bohemia and Cannabia Dark Web Markets Taken Down After Joint Police OperationThe Dutch police successfully took down Bohemia and Cannabia, the largest dark web markets, with international cooperation.International investigations are effective in combating the anonymity of dark web activities.
Russian serial credentials seller of gets 40 months in jailGeorgy Kavzharadze was sentenced for selling stolen credentials on Slilpp, causing significant financial losses through fraudulent transactions.
Microsoft's New Recall AI Tool May Be a 'Privacy Nightmare'Eventbrite was used to facilitate the illegal sale of controlled substances and other illicit activities, with the company's recommendation algorithm inadvertently promoting posts for opioids alongside addiction recovery events.
Federal grand jury indicts Buffalo Police detective for purchases made on illicit online marketplace and making false statements to the FBICiszek, a police detective, was indicted for illicit purchases on Genesis Market and lying to the FBI, showcasing deep involvement in online fraud.
Man behind Helix cryptocurrency mixer gets three yearsLarry Dean Harmon was sentenced to three years in prison for operating a dark-web cryptocurrency laundering service.
Scattered Spider Hacking Gang Arrests Mount With TeenOgletree's phishing scheme led to over $4 million in losses, showcasing the threats posed by cybercrime.
Bohemia and Cannabia Dark Web Markets Taken Down After Joint Police OperationThe Dutch police successfully took down Bohemia and Cannabia, the largest dark web markets, with international cooperation.International investigations are effective in combating the anonymity of dark web activities.
Russian serial credentials seller of gets 40 months in jailGeorgy Kavzharadze was sentenced for selling stolen credentials on Slilpp, causing significant financial losses through fraudulent transactions.
The Dark Side of Digital Currency: Money Laundering on the Dark Web | HackerNoonThe Dark Web facilitates money laundering using cryptocurrencies, posing challenges for law enforcement and financial institutions.
The Rising Threat of the Black Market in the UK Gambling SceneThe UK black gambling market is a growing threat, fueled by illegal operations and anonymity offered by cryptocurrencies.
The Dark Side of Digital Currency: Money Laundering on the Dark Web | HackerNoonThe Dark Web facilitates money laundering using cryptocurrencies, posing challenges for law enforcement and financial institutions.
The Rising Threat of the Black Market in the UK Gambling SceneThe UK black gambling market is a growing threat, fueled by illegal operations and anonymity offered by cryptocurrencies.
Criminal crypto launderer gets 12.5 years in prisonThe operator of Bitcoin Fog, Roman Sterlingov, was sentenced to 12.5 years for facilitating $400 million in money laundering.
Without Gore or Violence, This Serial-Killer Thriller Creeps Into Your SoulThe film centers around the obsession individuals have with a serial killer rather than the killer's actions, exploring deeper psychological implications.
'Red Rooms' Is Too Fucked Up To End | DefectorRed Rooms explores the psychological horrors surrounding voyeurism and human fascination with crime, without depicting explicit violence or gore.
Without Gore or Violence, This Serial-Killer Thriller Creeps Into Your SoulThe film centers around the obsession individuals have with a serial killer rather than the killer's actions, exploring deeper psychological implications.
'Red Rooms' Is Too Fucked Up To End | DefectorRed Rooms explores the psychological horrors surrounding voyeurism and human fascination with crime, without depicting explicit violence or gore.
A dark-web drug dealer at 20, he bought gold-plated guns. Then a boy died, and he got caughtThe operation led to federal sentencing for selling fentanyl-laced pills on the dark web, resulting in at least one teenager's death.
Two dealers sold 'date rape' and other drugs on dark webNeal Sharpe and Wuwuoritsetan Orimolade led a drug trafficking operation on the dark web, resulting in significant arrests and lengthy prison sentences.
A dark-web drug dealer at 20, he bought gold-plated guns. Then a boy died, and he got caughtThe operation led to federal sentencing for selling fentanyl-laced pills on the dark web, resulting in at least one teenager's death.
Two dealers sold 'date rape' and other drugs on dark webNeal Sharpe and Wuwuoritsetan Orimolade led a drug trafficking operation on the dark web, resulting in significant arrests and lengthy prison sentences.
Dutch cops reveal takedown of 'largest dark web market'Dark web marketplace operators are not as anonymous as they believe, as recent arrests showcase effective international law enforcement collaboration.
Jealous woman who hired hitman stalked her rival using Strava, prosecutors sayA Tennessee woman was sentenced to 100 months for attempting to hire a hitman via the dark web after her romantic interest became engaged.
How the Cyber-Thriller 'Red Rooms' Became a Cult Classic Before It Was Ever ReleasedRed Rooms explores the fascination with the dark web and its crimes, resonating deeply with an audience drawn to its chilling themes.
Russian-Speaking Groups Responsible for Majority of Crypto Ransomware Attacks in 2023: TRM LabsRussian-speaking ransomware groups dominated crypto proceeds in 2023.
Who plotted to sell Graceland? An identity thief raises his hand.Identity thief ring targeting the deceased, vulnerable, focused on scamming estates like Lisa Marie Presley's.
Who Plotted to Sell Graceland? An Identity Thief Raises His Hand.Identity thief on the dark web operated a network preying on deceased, unsuspecting, and elderly individuals for personal information and schemes.
Police bust global cyber gang accused of industrial-scale fraudYounger individuals more susceptible to phishing scams due to familiarity with the internet.
Who plotted to sell Graceland? An identity thief raises his hand.Identity thief ring targeting the deceased, vulnerable, focused on scamming estates like Lisa Marie Presley's.
Who Plotted to Sell Graceland? An Identity Thief Raises His Hand.Identity thief on the dark web operated a network preying on deceased, unsuspecting, and elderly individuals for personal information and schemes.
Police bust global cyber gang accused of industrial-scale fraudYounger individuals more susceptible to phishing scams due to familiarity with the internet.
Ticketmaster hacked in what's believed to be a spree hitting Snowflake customersSnowflake accounts hacked due to stolen credentials and info-stealing malware, affecting multiple customers.
Dell says data breach affecting 49 million customers poses no 'significant risk'Dell faces a data breach affecting 49 million individuals with purchase info; immediate crisis response implemented; no significant customer risk reported.
Ticketmaster hacked in what's believed to be a spree hitting Snowflake customersSnowflake accounts hacked due to stolen credentials and info-stealing malware, affecting multiple customers.
Dell says data breach affecting 49 million customers poses no 'significant risk'Dell faces a data breach affecting 49 million individuals with purchase info; immediate crisis response implemented; no significant customer risk reported.
Ransomware group publishes stolen NHS Scotland data to dark webRansomware attack on NHS Dumfries and Galloway led to leak of 3TB of sensitive data onto dark web.
Google is giving everyone free dark web monitoring. Here's how to use itGoogle offers free dark web monitoring for all consumer account holders.