Cyberkriminalität

Google has taken significant action against IPIDEA, one of the largest residential proxy providers, severely impacting its operations. The company removed millions of devices from the associated criminal network. This move highlights ongoing efforts to combat cyber threats.

20. Januar 2026 Von KI berichtet

A Nairobi court has acquitted activist Nuru Okanga of cybercrime charges linked to alleged incitement against President William Ruto. Magistrate Rose Ndombi ruled that prosecutors failed to provide evidence connecting Okanga to the contentious video. Defended by 10 lawyers, Okanga vowed to continue advocating for justice and return to secondary school.

Europol has taken action against a violence-as-a-service network, leading to the arrest of almost 200 individuals. This operation targets organized efforts to provide violent services online.

2. Dezember 2025 Von KI berichtet

Ein Bundesgericht in Abuja hat dem Aktivisten Omoyele Sowore gegen eigene Verpflichtungserklärung Kaution gewährt, nachdem er wegen mutmaßlicher Cyberkriminalität angeklagt wurde. Sowore, der beschuldigt wird, abwertende Äußerungen über Präsident Bola Tinubu in sozialen Medien gemacht zu haben, plädierte nicht schuldig. Das Gericht verschob den Fall auf Januar 2026.