Brazilian IT worker arrested over $100 million theft
Brazilian IT worker João Roque has been arrested in connection with a $100 million theft through payment system PIX. Roque admitted to police that he had sold his login credentials to hackers who had approached him earlier this year.
Indian IT Hub sees a 17-fold increase in cybercrime
India’s second biggest IT hub Gurgaon has seen a dramatic surge in cybercrime, with cases jumping from 79 in 2021 to 1,358 in 2024. City Police Commissioner Vikas Arora emphasized that the first line of defense against these scams is public awareness, followed by quick reporting and stronger cyber-investigation capabilities.
Australia and the Philippines Level up Cybersecurity Cooperation
The Australian Defense Force has collaborated with the Phlippine Army in a joint defensive cyber activity, aiming to enhance regional cybersecurity capabilities.
