online fraud
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Europol-backed operation dismantles online fraud call centres in Albania
Europol-supported investigators have dismantled a Tirana-based online fraud network accused of causing at least EUR 50 million in losses. Ten people were arrested and cash, computers and phones were seized in coordinated raids.
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Meta launches new anti-scam tools for WhatsApp and Messenger
Meta introduced new scam-detection features for Messenger and warnings for WhatsApp to help users spot and avoid scams, said the company, and reported disabling nearly 8 million accounts linked to scam centers while removing more than 21,000 impersonating Pages and accounts.
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Alabama State Investigates Cybersecurity Breach as Online Criminal Marketplace Operator Faces Charges
The Alabama state government is investigating a cybersecurity event affecting state systems, while a Kosovan man faces charges for operating a criminal marketplace selling stolen data. Both incidents illustrate rising concerns over cyber threats and information security.
