Cyber Busted: Singapore Nabs Seven in $1.3M Global Hacking Syndicate
Seven cyber suspects, including six Chinese nationals, were nabbed in Singapore, exposing a global hacking syndicate. The police seized hacking tools, stolen data, and over $1.3 million in cash and cryptocurrencies. With 160 officers involved, it was a busy Monday for Singapore’s finest. PlugX malware makes a cameo!
Hot Take:
Looks like some cyber villains tried to turn Singapore into their personal hacker’s den. Too bad they didn’t count on 160 officers pulling an Avengers-level raid to bust their global syndicate. Who knew the cybersecurity scene could be this thrilling?
Key Points:
- Seven individuals, including six Chinese nationals and one Singaporean, were arrested for cyber crimes.
- Police conducted a large-scale raid involving 160 officers, seizing electronic devices and hacking tools.
- Approximately $1,394,000 in cash and cryptocurrencies were confiscated.
- The arrested individuals are suspected to be part of a global syndicate conducting malicious cyber activities.
- Authorities have not disclosed the specific hacker group linked to the individuals.
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