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Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

Proactive measures are needed as AI-related crime is accelerating.

Calls for an AI Crime Taskforce to combat rising threats effectively.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

Proactive measures are needed as AI-related crime is accelerating.

Calls for an AI Crime Taskforce to combat rising threats effectively.

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

LockBit ransomware gang is launching LockBit 4.0 despite recent law enforcement setbacks, aiming to rebuild its brand and attract new affiliates.

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Threat from teenage boys in sadistic' online groups surges six-fold, NCA warns

The surge of teenage boys in online sadistic networks poses significant societal risks.

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Knightsbridge mansion and golf course forfeited from wife of McMafia' banker selling for 19.5m

Zamira Hajiyeva forfeited properties worth £19.5 million as part of a settlement following a fraud investigation into her husband's financial crimes.

NCA charges pair over COVID-19 vaccine record fraud

The UK's NCA charged two men for distributing fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination records, undermining public health efforts.

The investigation revealed potential involvement of organized crime groups in producing fake vaccine records.

Knightsbridge mansion and golf course forfeited from wife of McMafia' banker selling for 19.5m

Zamira Hajiyeva forfeited properties worth £19.5 million as part of a settlement following a fraud investigation into her husband's financial crimes.

NCA charges pair over COVID-19 vaccine record fraud

The UK's NCA charged two men for distributing fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination records, undermining public health efforts.

The investigation revealed potential involvement of organized crime groups in producing fake vaccine records.

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Covid inquiry to hear Michelle Mone - linked PPE Medpro evidence in closed session as NCA probe continues

The Covid inquiry will audition private hearings regarding PPE contracts to protect an ongoing investigation.

Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private

The Covid inquiry will hear evidence about PPE Medpro in private to prevent prejudice to ongoing criminal investigations.

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Man charged after 400,000 cash found in suitcase at Heathrow Airport

Austrian national arrested at London airport while attempting to fly to Turkey with 11,000 Euros in his possession.

Man arrested at Heathrow over 400,000 in suitcase

A man was arrested at Heathrow Airport for attempting to launder £400,000 in cash.

Man charged after 400,000 cash found in suitcase at Heathrow Airport

Austrian national arrested at London airport while attempting to fly to Turkey with 11,000 Euros in his possession.

Man arrested at Heathrow over 400,000 in suitcase

A man was arrested at Heathrow Airport for attempting to launder £400,000 in cash.

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The names and faces of National Crime Agency's most wanted men in London

20 men are wanted for serious crimes; 7 may be in London.

TfL cyber-attack: teenager from Walsall arrested in connection with data breach

A teenager was arrested in connection with the cyber-attack on Transport for London, highlighting the risks and consequences of such incidents.

Highbury drug dealer returning to prison five years after release

John Cobbina, a drug dealer, has been sentenced for breaching his serious crime prevention orders after his prison release.

The names and faces of National Crime Agency's most wanted men in London

20 men are wanted for serious crimes; 7 may be in London.

TfL cyber-attack: teenager from Walsall arrested in connection with data breach

A teenager was arrested in connection with the cyber-attack on Transport for London, highlighting the risks and consequences of such incidents.

Highbury drug dealer returning to prison five years after release

John Cobbina, a drug dealer, has been sentenced for breaching his serious crime prevention orders after his prison release.

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Top boss of cross Channel migrant smuggling gang' among five suspects arrested in London raids

Authorities have arrested five suspects linked to a people smuggling network aimed at transporting migrants from the UK to France.

More than 8,000 social media accounts linked to people smuggling taken down

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to cover critical issues like reproductive rights and crime on social media.

The man who ran a forgery factory making fake passports for people smugglers

Radouane Bouhafs operated a forgery factory, creating fake documents for people smugglers, enabling illegal activities and facilitating criminal networks.

Suspected small boat smuggler arrested in Erith and set to be extradited to France

Two suspected people smugglers arrested in the UK are set for extradition to France to face charges involving illegal Channel crossings and money laundering.

Home secretary to recruit 100 specialists to target people-smuggling gangs

The UK Home Secretary plans to recruit 100 investigators to target people-smuggling gangs and enhance immigration enforcement strategies.

'Major supplier' of people-smuggling boats arrested

The arrest of a key supplier to human smugglers highlights progress in international cooperation against organized immigration crime.

Prime Minister emphasizes ongoing efforts needed beyond this arrest to effectively tackle people smuggling.

Top boss of cross Channel migrant smuggling gang' among five suspects arrested in London raids

Authorities have arrested five suspects linked to a people smuggling network aimed at transporting migrants from the UK to France.

More than 8,000 social media accounts linked to people smuggling taken down

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism to cover critical issues like reproductive rights and crime on social media.

The man who ran a forgery factory making fake passports for people smugglers

Radouane Bouhafs operated a forgery factory, creating fake documents for people smugglers, enabling illegal activities and facilitating criminal networks.

Suspected small boat smuggler arrested in Erith and set to be extradited to France

Two suspected people smugglers arrested in the UK are set for extradition to France to face charges involving illegal Channel crossings and money laundering.

Home secretary to recruit 100 specialists to target people-smuggling gangs

The UK Home Secretary plans to recruit 100 investigators to target people-smuggling gangs and enhance immigration enforcement strategies.

'Major supplier' of people-smuggling boats arrested

The arrest of a key supplier to human smugglers highlights progress in international cooperation against organized immigration crime.

Prime Minister emphasizes ongoing efforts needed beyond this arrest to effectively tackle people smuggling.

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Moment police unravel Britain's biggest-ever drugs ring

Britain's largest drug conspiracy has been disrupted, amounting to billions in smuggled drugs.

Men imported 4.3 million worth of cannabis from Ghana to UK in sacks

The National Crime Agency uncovered a major drug smuggling operation delivering 1.5 tonnes of cannabis disguised as Gari powder from Ghana to the UK.

How this cute dog picture foiled an international drug gang

A drug dealer's innocent dog photo inadvertently exposed a major drug trafficking operation, leading to severe legal consequences for the gang involved.

Men sentenced after 1.5 tonnes of cannabis found disguised in shipping container

Four men were convicted for importing 1.5 tonnes of cannabis hidden in a shipping container, highlighting the organized nature of drug trafficking.

Drug courier duped' into carrying two suitcases full of cannabis through Heathrow

Travelers from Thailand, Canada, and the US face jail for cannabis smuggling into the UK, with increased arrests signaling tougher enforcement.

Dublin woman (18) charged after 1.1m of cannabis seized in Belfast Airport

An 18-year-old Dublin teenager has been charged after being caught with over €1.1 million worth of cannabis at Belfast Airport.

Moment police unravel Britain's biggest-ever drugs ring

Britain's largest drug conspiracy has been disrupted, amounting to billions in smuggled drugs.

Men imported 4.3 million worth of cannabis from Ghana to UK in sacks

The National Crime Agency uncovered a major drug smuggling operation delivering 1.5 tonnes of cannabis disguised as Gari powder from Ghana to the UK.

How this cute dog picture foiled an international drug gang

A drug dealer's innocent dog photo inadvertently exposed a major drug trafficking operation, leading to severe legal consequences for the gang involved.

Men sentenced after 1.5 tonnes of cannabis found disguised in shipping container

Four men were convicted for importing 1.5 tonnes of cannabis hidden in a shipping container, highlighting the organized nature of drug trafficking.

Drug courier duped' into carrying two suitcases full of cannabis through Heathrow

Travelers from Thailand, Canada, and the US face jail for cannabis smuggling into the UK, with increased arrests signaling tougher enforcement.

Dublin woman (18) charged after 1.1m of cannabis seized in Belfast Airport

An 18-year-old Dublin teenager has been charged after being caught with over €1.1 million worth of cannabis at Belfast Airport.

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No convictions for breaching sanctions on Russia

The UK has not secured any convictions for breaches of Russian sanctions despite introducing laws to enforce them.

Luxury Hampstead properties surrendered in 12m asset investigation settlement

Luxury properties in Hampstead forfeited as proceeds of crime amid investigations into financial frauds and money laundering.

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Girl, 9, among six people shot in the space of 15 days in London

Gun violence incidents resulting in injuries occurred in London within a two-week period, highlighting a concerning trend.

The National Crime Agency stresses the need to suppress gun availability as a national priority, emphasizing the role of criminal networks in facilitating gun trafficking.

Suspected people smugglers arrested in dawn raids

Five men charged in UK migrant smuggling investigation, linked to large-scale criminal networks facilitating illegal entry to France.

Girl, 9, among six people shot in the space of 15 days in London

Gun violence incidents resulting in injuries occurred in London within a two-week period, highlighting a concerning trend.

The National Crime Agency stresses the need to suppress gun availability as a national priority, emphasizing the role of criminal networks in facilitating gun trafficking.

Suspected people smugglers arrested in dawn raids

Five men charged in UK migrant smuggling investigation, linked to large-scale criminal networks facilitating illegal entry to France.

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Four arrested as 'significant' drugs haul seized

Four men arrested after 400kg cocaine seized from a fishing boat off Kent, underscoring the ongoing battle against organized drug crime.

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UK unmasks LockBit ransomware affiliate as high-ranking hacker in Russia state-backed cybercrime gang | TechCrunch

Aleksandr Ryzhenkov, linked to LockBit and Evil Corp, showcases the interconnected nature of Russian cybercrime groups and their ties to the government.

Unmasked: The Evil Corp cyber gangster who worked for LockBit | Computer Weekly

The NCA has linked LockBit affiliate Aleksandr Ryzhenkov to the Evil Corp organization, revealing extensive cybercrime connections.

Russia's FSB protected Evil Corp gang that carried out Nato cyber-attacks

Evil Corp's deep connections with Russian state intelligence aided their cybercriminal activities and protection from US authorities.

British teen arrested over cyberattack on London transportation agency

A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a cyberattack on Transport for London, highlighting increasing teenage involvement in cybercrime.

UK reveals father and son at heart of Evil Corp hackers

The UK, US, and Australia have sanctioned 16 individuals linked to the cyber crime gang Evil Corp, disrupting their operations. Its leader is Maksim Yakubets.

Europol shuts down almost 600 IP addresses in Cobalt Strike cybercrime crackdown

Europol dismantled nearly 600 IP addresses in Operation MORPHEUS targeting misuse of Cobalt Strike for cybercrime.

UK unmasks LockBit ransomware affiliate as high-ranking hacker in Russia state-backed cybercrime gang | TechCrunch

Aleksandr Ryzhenkov, linked to LockBit and Evil Corp, showcases the interconnected nature of Russian cybercrime groups and their ties to the government.

Unmasked: The Evil Corp cyber gangster who worked for LockBit | Computer Weekly

The NCA has linked LockBit affiliate Aleksandr Ryzhenkov to the Evil Corp organization, revealing extensive cybercrime connections.

Russia's FSB protected Evil Corp gang that carried out Nato cyber-attacks

Evil Corp's deep connections with Russian state intelligence aided their cybercriminal activities and protection from US authorities.

British teen arrested over cyberattack on London transportation agency

A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with a cyberattack on Transport for London, highlighting increasing teenage involvement in cybercrime.

UK reveals father and son at heart of Evil Corp hackers

The UK, US, and Australia have sanctioned 16 individuals linked to the cyber crime gang Evil Corp, disrupting their operations. Its leader is Maksim Yakubets.

Europol shuts down almost 600 IP addresses in Cobalt Strike cybercrime crackdown

Europol dismantled nearly 600 IP addresses in Operation MORPHEUS targeting misuse of Cobalt Strike for cybercrime.

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TfL staff asked to consider working from home due to cyber attack

TfL is experiencing an ongoing cyber attack, mainly affecting its headquarters, prompting staff work-from-home measures.

Everything we know about the TfL cyber attack so far

TfL is addressing an ongoing cyber attack with support from the National Crime Agency and National Cyber Security Centre, but services remain unaffected.

TfL writes to 5,000 cyber attack customers

TfL is addressing a cyber attack impacting 5,000 customers' personal information, urging caution amidst ongoing operational disruptions.

TfL cyber attack: Thousands of passengers feared to have bank details exposed as teenager arrested

TfL's recent cyber attack is more severe than previously understood, compromising significant personal data of passengers.

Teenager arrested in TfL cyber attack investigation

TfL experienced a cyber attack leading to the arrest of a teenager and potential data loss, though immediate customer impact is reported as minimal.

TfL staff asked to consider working from home due to cyber attack

TfL is experiencing an ongoing cyber attack, mainly affecting its headquarters, prompting staff work-from-home measures.

Everything we know about the TfL cyber attack so far

TfL is addressing an ongoing cyber attack with support from the National Crime Agency and National Cyber Security Centre, but services remain unaffected.

TfL writes to 5,000 cyber attack customers

TfL is addressing a cyber attack impacting 5,000 customers' personal information, urging caution amidst ongoing operational disruptions.

TfL cyber attack: Thousands of passengers feared to have bank details exposed as teenager arrested

TfL's recent cyber attack is more severe than previously understood, compromising significant personal data of passengers.

Teenager arrested in TfL cyber attack investigation

TfL experienced a cyber attack leading to the arrest of a teenager and potential data loss, though immediate customer impact is reported as minimal.

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Footballer charged after 600,000 of cannabis seized at UK airport

Professional footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested for allegedly orchestrating the importation of significant amounts of cannabis.

Former Arsenal player arrested on suspicion with link to attempted 600,000 cannabis import

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, former Arsenal player, arrested for suspected cannabis smuggling linked to a £600,000 importation attempt into the UK.

Footballer charged after 600,000 of cannabis seized at UK airport

Professional footballer Jay Emmanuel-Thomas was arrested for allegedly orchestrating the importation of significant amounts of cannabis.

Former Arsenal player arrested on suspicion with link to attempted 600,000 cannabis import

Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, former Arsenal player, arrested for suspected cannabis smuggling linked to a £600,000 importation attempt into the UK.

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Transport for London dealing with cyber-attack

Transport for London is managing a cyber-attack but has found no evidence of compromised customer data or service disruptions.

Boy, 17, arrested in connection with TfL cyberattack

A significant cyber attack on Transport for London has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old suspect, impacting 5,000 customers.

Teenager arrested over Transport for London cyber attack

A cyber attack on TfL resulted in the compromise of some customer data, leading to the arrest of a teenager in Walsall.

Transport for London dealing with cyber-attack

Transport for London is managing a cyber-attack but has found no evidence of compromised customer data or service disruptions.

Boy, 17, arrested in connection with TfL cyberattack

A significant cyber attack on Transport for London has led to the arrest of a 17-year-old suspect, impacting 5,000 customers.

Teenager arrested over Transport for London cyber attack

A cyber attack on TfL resulted in the compromise of some customer data, leading to the arrest of a teenager in Walsall.

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TfL faces 'ongoing cyber security incident'

TfL is under cyber attack but no customer data has been compromised and services are unaffected.

TfL hit by major cyber attack as it issues important message to customers

TfL is dealing with a cyber security incident with no reported customer data compromise or service impact.

How could Tube passengers be affected by TFL's cyber attack?

TfL experiences a cyber security incident, but currently believes customer data has not been compromised.

TfL faces 'ongoing cyber security incident'

TfL is under cyber attack but no customer data has been compromised and services are unaffected.

TfL hit by major cyber attack as it issues important message to customers

TfL is dealing with a cyber security incident with no reported customer data compromise or service impact.

How could Tube passengers be affected by TFL's cyber attack?

TfL experiences a cyber security incident, but currently believes customer data has not been compromised.

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Top LockBit hacker revealed to be Russian

Dmitry Khoroshev, a Russian national, was unmasked as the administrator of LockBit ransomware group, involved in high-profile cyber attacks, prompting law enforcement action.

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Airport security uncover 1m drug stash inside electric wheelchair

British player arrested for alleged drug smuggling

Gang jailed over 200m of cocaine in banana boxes

Ex-Arsenal footballer denies trying to smuggle 600,000 of cannabis into UK

Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh and Liam Byrne plead guilty in guns case

Airport security uncover 1m drug stash inside electric wheelchair

British player arrested for alleged drug smuggling

Gang jailed over 200m of cocaine in banana boxes

Ex-Arsenal footballer denies trying to smuggle 600,000 of cannabis into UK

Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh and Liam Byrne plead guilty in guns case

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

Law enforcement needs to fight fire with fire on AI threats

LockBit ransomware gang teases February 2025 return | Computer Weekly

Threat from teenage boys in sadistic' online groups surges six-fold, NCA warns

Knightsbridge mansion and golf course forfeited from wife of McMafia' banker selling for 19.5m

NCA charges pair over COVID-19 vaccine record fraud

Knightsbridge mansion and golf course forfeited from wife of McMafia' banker selling for 19.5m

NCA charges pair over COVID-19 vaccine record fraud

Covid inquiry to hear Michelle Mone - linked PPE Medpro evidence in closed session as NCA probe continues

Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private

Man charged after 400,000 cash found in suitcase at Heathrow Airport

Man arrested at Heathrow over 400,000 in suitcase

Man charged after 400,000 cash found in suitcase at Heathrow Airport

Man arrested at Heathrow over 400,000 in suitcase

The names and faces of National Crime Agency's most wanted men in London

TfL cyber-attack: teenager from Walsall arrested in connection with data breach

Highbury drug dealer returning to prison five years after release

The names and faces of National Crime Agency's most wanted men in London

TfL cyber-attack: teenager from Walsall arrested in connection with data breach

Highbury drug dealer returning to prison five years after release

Top boss of cross Channel migrant smuggling gang' among five suspects arrested in London raids

More than 8,000 social media accounts linked to people smuggling taken down

The man who ran a forgery factory making fake passports for people smugglers

Suspected small boat smuggler arrested in Erith and set to be extradited to France

Home secretary to recruit 100 specialists to target people-smuggling gangs

'Major supplier' of people-smuggling boats arrested

Top boss of cross Channel migrant smuggling gang' among five suspects arrested in London raids

More than 8,000 social media accounts linked to people smuggling taken down

The man who ran a forgery factory making fake passports for people smugglers

Suspected small boat smuggler arrested in Erith and set to be extradited to France

Home secretary to recruit 100 specialists to target people-smuggling gangs

'Major supplier' of people-smuggling boats arrested

Moment police unravel Britain's biggest-ever drugs ring

Men imported 4.3 million worth of cannabis from Ghana to UK in sacks

How this cute dog picture foiled an international drug gang

Men sentenced after 1.5 tonnes of cannabis found disguised in shipping container

Drug courier duped' into carrying two suitcases full of cannabis through Heathrow

Dublin woman (18) charged after 1.1m of cannabis seized in Belfast Airport

Moment police unravel Britain's biggest-ever drugs ring

Men imported 4.3 million worth of cannabis from Ghana to UK in sacks

How this cute dog picture foiled an international drug gang

Men sentenced after 1.5 tonnes of cannabis found disguised in shipping container

Drug courier duped' into carrying two suitcases full of cannabis through Heathrow

Dublin woman (18) charged after 1.1m of cannabis seized in Belfast Airport

No convictions for breaching sanctions on Russia

Luxury Hampstead properties surrendered in 12m asset investigation settlement

Girl, 9, among six people shot in the space of 15 days in London

Suspected people smugglers arrested in dawn raids

Girl, 9, among six people shot in the space of 15 days in London

Suspected people smugglers arrested in dawn raids

Four arrested as 'significant' drugs haul seized

UK unmasks LockBit ransomware affiliate as high-ranking hacker in Russia state-backed cybercrime gang | TechCrunch

Unmasked: The Evil Corp cyber gangster who worked for LockBit | Computer Weekly

Russia's FSB protected Evil Corp gang that carried out Nato cyber-attacks

British teen arrested over cyberattack on London transportation agency

UK reveals father and son at heart of Evil Corp hackers

Europol shuts down almost 600 IP addresses in Cobalt Strike cybercrime crackdown

UK unmasks LockBit ransomware affiliate as high-ranking hacker in Russia state-backed cybercrime gang | TechCrunch

Unmasked: The Evil Corp cyber gangster who worked for LockBit | Computer Weekly

Russia's FSB protected Evil Corp gang that carried out Nato cyber-attacks

British teen arrested over cyberattack on London transportation agency

UK reveals father and son at heart of Evil Corp hackers

Europol shuts down almost 600 IP addresses in Cobalt Strike cybercrime crackdown

TfL staff asked to consider working from home due to cyber attack

Everything we know about the TfL cyber attack so far

TfL writes to 5,000 cyber attack customers

TfL cyber attack: Thousands of passengers feared to have bank details exposed as teenager arrested

Teenager arrested in TfL cyber attack investigation

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