Hyderabad cybercrime police arrested an individual for duping a senior citizen of ₹47 lakh through a fraudulent online investment scheme. Initially, the victim was lured via social media into a fake trading platform that falsely promised high returns. Authorities traced digital evidence and uncovered links to an interstate cybercrime ring using mule accounts.

Britain's largest public science funding body, UKRI, reported 5.4 million cyber-attacks in the first four months of 2025—a 600% increase over all of 2024. The spike, revealed via FOI request, includes phishing and malware campaigns, raising alarms about AI-fueled threats. Experts warn of rapidly evolving tactics targeting public and private sectors alike.

Indonesia and Cambodia are finalizing an MoU to deepen collaboration against cybercrime and human trafficking. The agreement follows the rescue of 500 Indonesian nationals from online scam operations in Cambodia. It will cover data fraud, immigration controls, and border security, with officials implementing stricter passport issuance and travel screening.

A breach of LockBit's infrastructure has revealed internal data exposing how the ransomware gang operates like a franchise, providing tools while affiliates handle attacks. Despite aggressive tactics, leaked records show only 2.8% of incidents resulted in any affiliate payment. Chat logs revealed psychological manipulation and threats used in negotiations. Experts say the leak offers rare insight into payload customization, ransom strategies, and the group's organized infrastructure.

Police uncovered a cyber mule racket linked to criminals in China, Cambodia, and Dubai. Police arrested four suspects in a multi-state operation after a senior citizen lost ₹71 lakh through a fake trading app. Furthermore, investigators found that the funds were routed via mule accounts, exposing a wider international cybercrime syndicate operating in India.