Google stops the Dark Web Report, which means free breach monitoring has come to an end.
Google has officially discontinued its Dark Web Reporting tool, which was previously a free resource that scanned dark web breaches for personal information linked to users’ Google accounts. This feature used to notify users when their email addresses or other identifiers appeared in leaked datasets. According to Google’s support page, the dark web scanning ceased […]
Your personal information is on the dark web. Safeguard yourself before you’re at risk.
Data breaches have become a routine concern in today’s digital landscape, with hackers constantly seeking to obtain personal information. This recent incident stands out as particularly severe, reminiscent of the significant breach in 2024 that revealed over 26 billion login details globally. Below, we delve into the details and offer advice on how to secure […]
‘Web of Fraud’ special explores Nick Shirley daycare inquiry
Child Care Fraud Investigation in Minnesota Uncovered A viral video showcasing an empty child care facility might have illuminated Minnesota’s ongoing child care fraud issue, but independent journalist Nick Shirley’s recent discoveries hint at an even more intricate fraud landscape. Shirley’s exploration began in Minnesota, where he intended to cover the state’s demographic shifts. However, […]
Banking malware spreads automatically through WhatsApp Web contacts
A recent campaign is targeting WhatsApp Web with new malware that is spreading via chat messages. Security experts have identified banking Trojans associated with the Astaroth malware, which propagate automatically, making them particularly challenging to halt once an assault starts. This operation, dubbed Boto Cor-de-Rosa, illustrates the evolving tactics of cybercriminals as they exploit widely […]
Stablecoins have taken over from Bitcoin for illegal activities on the dark web, driven by a $154 billion issue.
Shift in the Illicit Crypto Economy The era of secretive hackers stashing away Bitcoin in hidden wallets seems to be fading. By 2025, the focus of the underground crypto economy has markedly shifted away from the unpredictable nature of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, gravitating toward a more stable framework based on the dollar. Data from Chaina […]
Harmful Chrome extensions have secretly taken user information for years from the Chrome Web Store.
Security researchers have recently uncovered two Chrome extensions that have been stealthily monitoring users’ online activities for years. Initially presented as harmless tools for proxy routing and testing network speeds, these extensions were found to be hijacking user traffic and capturing sensitive information. Disturbingly, both were available on Chrome’s official extension store. Named “Phantom Shuttle,” […]
Caution: These new web browsers can lead to your computer’s data being taken with a single click
For many years, Google Chrome has been the leading web browser across various devices, including laptops and mobile phones. However, with the rise of generative AI, a new type of web browser called “agent browsers” is emerging, designed to complete tasks with minimal user input. While this sounds handy, security experts are raising concerns about […]
North Carolina: DHS’s ‘Charlotte’s Web’ operation goes on, with over 425 arrests confirmed by the agency
Homeland Security Operations Continue in Charlotte The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reported a growing number of arrests related to illegal immigration in Charlotte, North Carolina. This comes despite Mecklenburg County officials mistakenly announcing that the federal law enforcement operation had concluded. As of Wednesday, more than 425 arrests have occurred in the Charlotte […]
Operation Charlotte’s Web Captures 400 Undocumented Immigrants, Many with Serious Criminal Histories
In just a few weeks, a task force led by Border Patrol apprehended over 400 undocumented immigrants in Charlotte, North Carolina. According to Border Patrol Commander Greg K. Bovino, more than half of those arrested as part of Operation Charlotte’s Web were found to have serious criminal histories. Bovino shared insights on Monday regarding the […]
DHS initiates Operation Charlotte’s Web, detaining more than 200 undocumented immigrants in three days.
Federal Immigration Enforcement in Charlotte, North Carolina As of November 18, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) alongside the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has apprehended over 200 individuals during an ongoing operation in Charlotte, North Carolina. This operation, which started on Saturday, is part of a larger immigration enforcement initiative dubbed “Operation Charlotte’s […]