Google sues to disrupt BadBox 2.0 botnet infecting 10 million devices

Lawrence Abrams / bleepingcomputer - Google has filed a lawsuit against the anonymous operators of the Android BadBox 2.0 malware botnet, accusing them of running a global ad fraud scheme against the company's advertising platforms. [...]

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Subnautica 2’s creators sue their publisher for ‘severely’ damaging the game’s release

Ash Parrish / theverge - The battle between Subnautica 2 publisher Krafton and the three former executives at its developer Unknown Worlds continues. Ted Gill, Charlie Cleveland, and Max McGuire — the three executives who Krafton terminated earlier this year — have filed a lawsui…

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The rights to Fyre Festival sold on eBay for 245K

Amanda Silberling / techcrunch - Billy McFarland, the convicted criminal behind Fyre Festival, sold the rights to the infamous brand on eBay.

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Phishing platforms, infostealers blamed as identity attacks soar

Connor Jones / theregister - Get your creds in order or risk BEC, ransomware attacks, orgs warned A rise in advanced phishing kits and info-stealing malware are to blame for a 156 percent jump in cyberattacks targeting user logins, say researchers.…

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US shuts down a string of North Korean IT worker scams

Iain Thomson / theregister - Resulting in two indictments, one arrest, and 137 laptops seized The US Department of Justice has announced a major disruption of multiple North Korean fake IT worker scams.…

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Dbrand admits it had a ‘spectacularly terrible response’ to Killswitch Joy-Con grip detachment complaints

Jay Peters / theverge - Dbrand will send replacement Killswitch Joy-Con Grips for the Switch 2 to buyers after admitting it had a “spectacularly terrible response” to complaints that the controllers could detach from the console if held a certain way while the grips were on. The…

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DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto from scammers

Adi Robertson / theverge - The Department of Justice reported yesterday that it filed a civil complaint to seize roughly $225.3 million in cryptocurrency linked to crypto investment scams. In a press release, the DOJ said it traced and targeted accounts that were “part of a sophist…

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DuckDuckGo beefs up scam defense to block fake stores, crypto sites

Bill Toulas / bleepingcomputer - The DuckDuckGo web browser has expanded its built-in Scam Blocker tool to protect against a broader range of online scams, including fake e-commerce, cryptocurrency exchanges, and "scareware" sites. [...]

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Microsoft Copilot Under Fire: Watchdog Slams Ads, Security Holes, Misleading Claims, Confusing Branding

Markus Kasanmascheff / winbuzzer - An advertising watchdog challenges Microsoft's Copilot productivity claims, citing a lack of objective proof. The demanded changes to its marketing come as critical security flaws like 'EchoLeak' expose deep safety and trust issues in the enterprise AI.Th…

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Disastrous MindsEye launch plagued by performance issues — even an RTX 5090 can't deliver 60 fps despite 19GB VRAM usage, developer working on a fix

tomshardware - MindsEye players are complaining of poor performance despite having hardware that exceeds the game's recommended requirements.

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Cartier data breach prompts urgent customer alert

French luxury giant Cartier has confirmed a data breach exposing customer information, prompting the firm to warn clients about potential phishing scams. Though authorities assure that no highly sensitive data was compromised, the incident has rattled its upscale clientele, highlighting the irony of high-end security meeting human error.

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Apple Cracks Down on Fraudulent Apps with New 2024 Report

In 2024, Apple intensified its fight against fraudulent and low-quality apps by rejecting nearly two million submissions. Its transparency report detailed rejections, removals, and other key performance metrics that signal a robust crackdown on spam and software fraud across the App Store.

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US Sanctions Funnull Technology for Cyber Scam Operations

US authorities have imposed sanctions on Southeast Asia’s Funnull Technology after allegations that it provided essential infrastructure for pig butchering crypto scams. The crackdown underscores that even well‐entrenched cyber scammers can’t dodge regulatory heat forever.

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Starling Bank Profit Slump Sparks Legacy and Fraud Concerns

British neobank Starling Bank is grappling with a noteworthy profit decline, as reports indicate a quarterly slump of around 25% to 26% amid legacy operational issues and Covid loan fraud complications. Financial hurdles and regulatory quirks appear to be hampering the bank’s performance, prompting questions about its sustainable profitability going forward.

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DragonForce ransomware exploits expose MSP vulnerabilities

In a cunning cyberattack, threat actors exploited SimpleHelp’s vulnerabilities to breach a managed service provider, resulting in notable data theft. The breach not only rattles cybersecurity experts but also underscores persistent weaknesses in MSP defenses, proving that even well-guarded systems have their Achilles’ heel.

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Apple App Store Blocks Billions in Fraudulent Transactions

Apple has reported that its App Store successfully halted billions in fraud—over $2B blocked just last year and $9B in total over five years. The company is touting its robust security as a key defender in the digital marketplace ahead of WWDC.

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EU clamps down on Shein for deceptive discount practices

The European Union has taken decisive action against Shein, accusing the fast-fashion retailer of offering “fake discounts” and flouting consumer protection laws. This stern regulatory move highlights the broader crackdown on misleading marketing tactics, leaving Shein to contend with a regulatory scold that’s hard to ignore.

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Chicago Sun‑Times under fire for AI‑generated fake reading list

The Chicago Sun‑Times has sparked controversy after publishing a summer reading list found to be mostly fabricated by artificial intelligence. Critics argue that the mix of advertorial content and fake titles undermines the newspaper’s credibility, prompting broader questions about editorial integrity and content authenticity.

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Bungie apologizes for stolen artwork in Marathon game

Bungie has come under fire after an artist recognized her own work in the Marathon game, prompting a very public apology from the studio. An internal audit is underway to ensure no other creative liberties have been taken without permission. Apparently, even big game studios can have an "oops" moment.

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MIT Denounces Dubious AI Productivity Study Data

MIT has publicly criticized a high-profile AI productivity study, asserting that the underlying data is unreliable and the claims are unverified. The institution’s candid dismissal emphasizes the need for rigorous data standards in AI research.

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