Europol claims that a 16-year-old is behind the KillSec ransomware group
When you think of someone leading an international ransomware operation, a teenager likely isn’t the first image that comes to mind. However, investigators have identified a 16-year-old as the suspected key operator of KillSec, a cybercriminal collective responsible for about 1,000 alleged attacks globally, with roughly 500 recognized as successful. Recently, a coordinated international law […]
Criminal Use of Cryptocurrency Is Becoming More Complex, According to Europol
Simply put Europol has noted that the inappropriate use of cryptocurrencies is becoming “increasingly sophisticated” and is stretching the resources of national police forces. Experts are advocating for global standards and better blockchain training to enhance cross-border investigations. A recent conference emphasized the importance of cooperation between the public and private sectors as cryptocurrency crime […]