Chinese criminal organizations have reportedly made over $1 billion by targeting Americans through scam text messages. These scams often impersonate legitimate companies and aim to deceive recipients into providing personal information or money. The scale and sophistication of these operations highlight the growing threat of cybercrime originating from China.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in India has shut down 390,000 fraudulent tech support call centers operating from the UK. These operations were involved in scamming individuals under the guise of providing technical assistance, leading to significant financial losses for victims. The CBI's actions are part of a broader effort to combat cybercrime and protect consumers from scams.

A member of the Scattered Spider cybercrime group has pleaded guilty to charges related to identity theft and fraud. The individual was involved in a scheme that targeted various entities, leading to significant financial losses. This case highlights ongoing issues with cybercrime and the legal actions being taken against offenders.

European police have dismantled a major cybercrime network, dubbed Operation SIMCARTEL, which created nearly 50 million fake online accounts for fraudulent activities. The operation led to the arrest of seven individuals and the seizure of numerous SIM boxes and servers, highlighting the extensive use of these accounts for scams, phishing attacks, and other cybercrimes across multiple countries. Financial losses attributed to the network are significant, with millions reported in Austria and Latvia alone.