It may not have been their intention, but Kristerpher Turner, Toriano Knox, Kenya Jones, and Joyce Johnson could forever be known for allegedly orchestrating a COVID-19 relief fraud scheme not only considered to be the largest ever identified, but also the only reported COVID-19 fraud case that includes attempted murder charges, since co-conspirators Knox and […]
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Raksha Bandhan – a beautiful celebration of the unbreakable bond between siblings – is all about love, laughter, and, let’s be honest, some pretty thoughtful gifts. Whether you’re picking out a sleek smartwatch for your brother or a lovely skincare set for your sister, online shopping makes it a breeze to choose, click, and send everything right from your cozy couch. But here’s the thing: scammers are just as excited about the festive season as we are – not for the joy, but for the chance to ensnare unsuspecting shoppers. With the rise of digital payments and online shopping, Raksha Bandhan has turned into a prime target for cyber fraud. The Problem: Festive Vibes, Fraudulent Baits When festivals like…
A new documentary series about cybercrime airing next month on HBO Max features interviews with Yours Truly. The four-part series follows the exploits of Julius Kivimäki, a prolific Finnish hacker recently convicted of leaking tens of thousands of patient records from an online psychotherapy practice while attempting to extort the clinic and its patients. …
Marc Silverman, former captain with the New York City Department of Correction (NYC DOC), applied for Social Security disability benefits in 2020, claiming that injuries from his job had rendered him unable to work. However, despite his claims of being unable to work due to job-related injuries when he applied for Social Security disability benefits, […]
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Amniotic wound allografts are human placental tissues that are used to cover and protect wounds, aiding in healing. They act as a protective barrier and when applied, promote tissue regeneration. Expensive, but worth every penny when egregious wounds like diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg ulcers, and burns demand lifesaving solutions. But absolutely not necessary for the average everyday […]
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On July 22, 2025, the European police agency Europol said a long-running investigation led by the French Police resulted in the arrest of a 38-year-old administrator of XSS, a Russian-language cybercrime forum with more than 50,000 members. The action has triggered an ongoing frenzy of speculation and panic among XSS denizens about the identity of the unnamed suspect, but the consensus is that he is a pivotal figure in the crime forum scene who goes by the hacker handle “Toha.” Here’s a deep dive on what’s knowable about Toha, and a short stab at who got nabbed. …
Banks offer various protections for both businesses and consumers. Deposit insurance, protection against electronic fund transfers, and identity theft protection are just a few of the measures banks employ to safeguard customer data and transactions from the outside world of scammers and fraudsters. Unfortunately, those same protections established to stop the fraudster lurking on the […]
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Individuals and criminal organizations have used fraudulently obtained COVID-19 relief funds for a variety or purposes, including both legitimate and illicit expenses. Not exactly sure which expense tuition falls under, but that is what Geary Simon paid for with the proceeds he received from his fraudulent COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance application. Washington D.C. disbursed federal […]
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Originally there was no need for Truong Nguyen to steal identities. In 1979, Nguyen entered the United States from Vietnam as a legal permanent resident. Unfortunately, in 1995 due to a burglary conviction, his status was revoked, and he was ordered to be deported – which for some reason did not happen. And since then, […]
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A Day to Celebrate the Power of the Web Imagine a world where everything you need—answers, entertainment, services, and even people—are just a click away. That’s the wonder of the World Wide Web, a digital realm that has completely changed the way we live, work, and connect with one another. World Wide Web Day, celebrated on August 1st, serves as a global reminder of this revolutionary invention that puts the world right at your fingertips. From video calls and online shopping to digital payments and remote work, the web has become an essential part of our everyday lives. However, with every tap and scroll, there’s an underlying risk—cyber threats that are escalating quickly, particularly in countries like India. So,…
