Cybercrime
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Lakhan Jaiprakash Jagwani in connection with a cyber fraud scheme that targeted U.S. nationals and netted $8.5 million. The case involves illegal call centres operating since 2022.
Reported by AI
North Korea-linked hackers stole roughly 60 percent of all cryptocurrency losses from hacks worldwide in 2025, amounting to about $2.06 billion, according to blockchain security firm CertiK.
Internet personality Jack Argota admitted that the medical certificate he posted for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in January was fake. He made this admission before the National Bureau of Investigation on February 18, 2026. However, Malacañang stated that those who violate the law must still be held accountable despite the apology.
Reported by AI
Criminals have distributed fake AI extensions in the Google Chrome Web Store to target more than 300,000 users. These tools aim to steal emails, personal data, and other information. The issue highlights ongoing efforts to push surveillance software through legitimate channels.
President Lee praises law enforcement for halving voice phishing damage
April 28, 2026 18:18Centre informs Supreme Court of multi-pronged actions to check digital arrest frauds
April 18, 2026 22:52U.K. man pleads guilty to $8 million crypto hacking scheme
April 14, 2026 02:21FBI Atlanta dismantles Indonesian phishing network worth $20 million
April 10, 2026 14:19INEC chairman denies having personal X account
February 09, 2026 08:13Hackers escalate digital squatting targeting brand domains
January 29, 2026 20:15Google disrupts IPIDEA residential proxy network
January 20, 2026 13:42Court acquits Nuru Okanga in cybercrime case after prosecution fails
January 13, 2026 07:55Pleasant Hill police recover $350,000 lost in 2022 crypto scam
January 10, 2026 06:56Elderly delhi doctor couple loses rs 14 crore in digital arrest scam