Cybercrime Surge: Record $16.6 Billion Stolen in 2024 – Older Americans Hit Hardest!
Cybercriminals are laughing all the way to the (metaphorical) bank with a record $16.6 billion stolen in 2024. The FBI’s IC3 report reveals older Americans are prime targets, with ransomware leading the charge. It’s a digital Wild West out there, folks!
Hot Take:
Looks like the cybercriminals just entered the big leagues, stealing a whopping $16.6 billion in 2024. Who knew that “breaking the bank” would become so literal? The FBI’s IC3 report reads like a cyber villain’s Christmas card, showcasing a 33% increase in cyber losses and proving once again that hackers don’t take holidays. Maybe it’s time we all invest in some cybersecurity elves.
Key Points:
- Cybercriminals stole a record $16.6 billion in 2024, a 33% increase from 2023.
- The FBI’s IC3 recorded 859,532 complaints, with an average loss of $19,372 per victim.
- Seniors over 60 are the most impacted, with $4.8 billion in reported losses.
- Ransomware remains the top threat, with a 9% increase in complaints.
- IC3’s figures represent only a fraction of actual cybercrime losses.
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