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.
Europol Dismantles Kidflix With 72,000 CSAM Videos Seized in Major OperationA major law enforcement operation has dismantled the Kidflix streaming platform, which distributed child sexual abuse material, involving 1.8 million users globally.
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.
Europol Dismantles Kidflix With 72,000 CSAM Videos Seized in Major OperationA major law enforcement operation has dismantled the Kidflix streaming platform, which distributed child sexual abuse material, involving 1.8 million users globally.
Europol arrests 25 users of online network accused of sharing AI CSAMAI-generated deepfake porn is criminalized in South Korea, prompting worldwide concern over child sexual abuse material (CSAM) laws.Europol's Operation Cumberland underscores the lack of clear legislation across countries to address AI-generated CSAM.
Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.
Europol arrests 25 users of online network accused of sharing AI CSAMAI-generated deepfake porn is criminalized in South Korea, prompting worldwide concern over child sexual abuse material (CSAM) laws.Europol's Operation Cumberland underscores the lack of clear legislation across countries to address AI-generated CSAM.
Germany shuts down major child sexual abuse image platform DW 04/02/2025The closure of the Kidflix platform marks a significant blow against child pornography, involving extensive international cooperation.
How transnational mafiosi became the new generals of hybrid warfareOrganised crime has evolved into a globalized system, collaborating with hostile state actors and leveraging new technology, directly threatening democracies.
Mobsters now overlap with cybercrime gangs, says EuropolOrganized crime has transformed into tech-driven enterprises, utilizing digital capabilities and AI to enhance operations and evade law enforcement.
AI is making organized crime worse in the EU, Europol warnsAI is intensifying organized crime, influencing destabilization efforts across Europe.
Europol Dismantles Criminal Messaging Service MATRIX in Major Global TakedownEuropol successfully dismantled an invite-only encrypted messaging service called MATRIX, which was used for organized crime communication.
How transnational mafiosi became the new generals of hybrid warfareOrganised crime has evolved into a globalized system, collaborating with hostile state actors and leveraging new technology, directly threatening democracies.
Mobsters now overlap with cybercrime gangs, says EuropolOrganized crime has transformed into tech-driven enterprises, utilizing digital capabilities and AI to enhance operations and evade law enforcement.
AI is making organized crime worse in the EU, Europol warnsAI is intensifying organized crime, influencing destabilization efforts across Europe.
Europol Dismantles Criminal Messaging Service MATRIX in Major Global TakedownEuropol successfully dismantled an invite-only encrypted messaging service called MATRIX, which was used for organized crime communication.
Criminal Network Cashed In on Fake French Wine, the Europol SaidA major wine fraud scheme involved counterfeit 'French' wines sold at exaggerated prices, revealing vulnerabilities in luxury goods markets.
Europol provides detail on Ghost encrypted comms platform takedown | Computer WeeklyEuropol's takedown of the Ghost platform signifies its role as a leading authority in combating encrypted communications used by organized crime.
Most wanted' Dutch drug kingpin who once faked death killed in MexicoMarco Ebben, a leading drug kingpin from the Netherlands, was killed in a shootout in Mexico after evading arrest since 2020.
Criminal Network Cashed In on Fake French Wine, the Europol SaidA major wine fraud scheme involved counterfeit 'French' wines sold at exaggerated prices, revealing vulnerabilities in luxury goods markets.
Europol provides detail on Ghost encrypted comms platform takedown | Computer WeeklyEuropol's takedown of the Ghost platform signifies its role as a leading authority in combating encrypted communications used by organized crime.
Most wanted' Dutch drug kingpin who once faked death killed in MexicoMarco Ebben, a leading drug kingpin from the Netherlands, was killed in a shootout in Mexico after evading arrest since 2020.
Largest international police operation against botnets takes down ransomware networksPolice takedown ransomware networks in international operation led by the EU.Operation Endgame aims to disrupt malware and ransomware operations globally.
International Malware Takedown Seized 100+ ServersEuropol led Operation Endgame against malware droppers, marking the largest such operation, targeting droppers like Bumblebee and causing financial losses worth millions.
Authorities Seize Domains of Popular Hacking Forums in Major Cybercrime CrackdownInternational operation dismantled major cybercrime platforms and seized associated domains, impacting over 10 million users engaged in illegal activities.
Europol makes arrests, disrupts botnets in international opA multinational law enforcement operation led by Europol, along with US and UK counterparts, resulted in arrests, server seizures, and takedowns of malware operators to combat ransomware.
International police coalition takes down two prolific cybercrime and hacking forums | TechCrunchInternational coalition dismantles two major hacking forums, Cracked and Nulled, with 10 million users in a significant operation.
Phone Phishing Gang Busted: Eight Arrested in Belgium and NetherlandsAuthorities arrested eight suspects of a phone phishing gang involved in large-scale financial fraud across multiple countries.
Largest international police operation against botnets takes down ransomware networksPolice takedown ransomware networks in international operation led by the EU.Operation Endgame aims to disrupt malware and ransomware operations globally.
International Malware Takedown Seized 100+ ServersEuropol led Operation Endgame against malware droppers, marking the largest such operation, targeting droppers like Bumblebee and causing financial losses worth millions.
Authorities Seize Domains of Popular Hacking Forums in Major Cybercrime CrackdownInternational operation dismantled major cybercrime platforms and seized associated domains, impacting over 10 million users engaged in illegal activities.
Europol makes arrests, disrupts botnets in international opA multinational law enforcement operation led by Europol, along with US and UK counterparts, resulted in arrests, server seizures, and takedowns of malware operators to combat ransomware.
International police coalition takes down two prolific cybercrime and hacking forums | TechCrunchInternational coalition dismantles two major hacking forums, Cracked and Nulled, with 10 million users in a significant operation.
Phone Phishing Gang Busted: Eight Arrested in Belgium and NetherlandsAuthorities arrested eight suspects of a phone phishing gang involved in large-scale financial fraud across multiple countries.
Europol seeks evidence of encryption on crime enforcement as it steps-up pressure on Big Tech | Computer WeeklyEncryption technologies are obstructing law enforcement's ability to investigate crimes effectively.Europol is gathering evidence to demonstrate the impact of encryption on criminal investigations.
Europol dismantles network of illegal streaming of sports and other pirated contentEuropol's recent operation significantly disrupted illegal streaming networks during major sporting events, emphasizing the fight against digital piracy.
Europol just took down 27 DDoS-for-hire sitesEuropol has launched a major initiative against DDoS attacks by seizing websites and making arrests, especially during the holiday season.
German police conduct raids on alleged people smugglers DW 12/04/2024German police launched significant operations against an Iraqi-Kurdish trafficking network responsible for migrant smuggling from France to the UK.
Man and woman arrested in south Dublin as part of alleged money laundering probeDublin Gardaí are investigating a large-scale money laundering operation linked to international online fraud, resulting in significant asset seizures.
Italy: Euro banknotes forger arrested, says Europol DW 08/19/2024A counterfeiter in Naples was arrested for producing over 11 million euros worth of counterfeit Euro banknotes, accounting for 27% of fakes in 2023.
Man and woman arrested in south Dublin as part of alleged money laundering probeDublin Gardaí are investigating a large-scale money laundering operation linked to international online fraud, resulting in significant asset seizures.
Italy: Euro banknotes forger arrested, says Europol DW 08/19/2024A counterfeiter in Naples was arrested for producing over 11 million euros worth of counterfeit Euro banknotes, accounting for 27% of fakes in 2023.
Europol targets gang charging up to 15,000 for fake wineInternational cooperation led to the dismantling of a major counterfeit wine operation involving fraud worth €2 million.
Eight arrested in Bulgaria migrant smuggling ring bustBulgarian authorities arrested eight migrant smugglers involved in a large-scale operation charging up to €6,000 per person for illegal crossings.
Europol warns of rise in AI child abuse imagery DW 07/22/2024AI-generated images complicate victim identification.
Digital Frontier | Why 'right to reality' has become a rallying cry in the age of AIAI is predicted to generate the majority of online content, creating challenges in determining authenticity.
Germany and Sweden arrest 7 on suspicion of war crimes in SyriaAt least seven people arrested in Germany and Sweden for crimes against humanity and war crimes in Syria from 2012-2014.
Kyiv programmer in handcuffs over Conti, LockBit ransomwareAn alleged individual involved in Conti and LockBit ransomware operations arrested in Ukraine.