A large-scale operation by Interpol has resulted in over 1,200 arrests across various African nations in a significant crackdown on cybercrime. The initiative aimed to combat the rising threat of digital criminal activities, enhancing regional cooperation and law enforcement capabilities.

Europol has successfully dismantled a cybercrime operation responsible for generating over €540 million in illicit revenue through various online scams. The operation involved multiple arrests and the seizure of assets, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime across Europe.

French authorities have arrested several suspects linked to the cybercrime forum BreachForums, which is known for facilitating the trading of stolen data and hacking tools. The operation is part of a broader effort to combat cybercrime and enhance digital security across Europe.

Authorities in Pakistan have arrested 21 individuals linked to the “Heartsender” malware service, which facilitated spam and cybercrime for over a decade, resulting in extensive financial losses. The operation, which targeted various internet companies, was identified by KrebsOnSecurity in 2021, and included notorious figures like Rameez Shahzad, the alleged ringleader. The arrests follow a series of raids conducted by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency amid ongoing investigations into transnational organized crime.

Two teenagers have been arrested in the UK for their involvement in the Scattered Spider hacking group, which is linked to a planned cyberattack on Transport for London in 2024. The arrests follow a broader crackdown on cybercrime targeting critical infrastructure. Authorities are emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity in protecting public services against such threats.

Thirteen Romanians have been arrested for their involvement in a phishing scheme targeting His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), resulting in significant financial losses for the UK government. The operation, conducted by Romanian police in collaboration with HMRC, revealed that organized crime groups exploited stolen data to submit fraudulent tax claims and benefits. HMRC confirmed that the attacks led to a loss of £47 million for taxpayers, although there was no direct cyber attack on its systems.