Telegram CEO Durov Returns to Dubai Amid French Criminal Probe
Pavel Durov, Telegram's CEO, has temporarily left France for Dubai while facing criminal charges over alleged platform moderation failures. The investigation continues as Telegram implements new content safety measures, though Durov maintains his innocence.
Inside Sky Global: How an Encrypted Phone Network Became a Criminal Enterprise
A Vancouver tech company marketed ultra-secure phones for privacy but investigations revealed their devices were predominantly used by organized crime networks worldwide. After European authorities cracked Sky ECC's encryption in 2021, evidence showed the company's distribution channels had deep criminal ties while compliance efforts were largely superficial.
Brad Pitt AI Deepfakes Used to Scam French Woman Out of $850,000
A French interior designer lost her marriage and life savings after falling victim to an elaborate romance scam using AI-generated images of Brad Pitt. The 18-month deception involved fraudsters posing as Pitt's mother and requesting money for alleged medical treatments and customs fees.
Telegram Blocks Over 15 Million Harmful Groups in Major Content Moderation Push
Telegram has removed 15.4 million groups and channels sharing illegal content in 2024, including CSAM and terrorist materials, using AI-powered moderation tools. The messaging platform's intensified efforts come amid regulatory pressure and legal challenges, including the arrest of founder Pavel Durov in France.
European Police Dismantle MATRIX: Major Criminal Encrypted Messaging Network Taken Down
In a major operation codenamed 'Passionflower,' European law enforcement agencies have dismantled MATRIX, an encrypted messaging platform used by criminal organizations. The takedown led to three arrests and revealed over 2.3 million intercepted messages related to international drug trafficking, arms deals, and money laundering.
European Police Dismantle 'Matrix' Criminal Communication Network in Major Crackdown
Law enforcement agencies across Europe have successfully dismantled Matrix, an encrypted communication service used exclusively by criminal organizations, arresting key operators and seizing millions in assets. The sophisticated platform, which charged up to 1,600 euros for dedicated phones and subscriptions, was compromised through advanced surveillance techniques.
Major French Hospital Data Breach Exposes Medical Records of 750,000 Patients
A devastating cyberattack at the Center Hospitalier Sud Francilien near Paris has compromised sensitive medical data of approximately 750,000 patients spanning two decades. The breach, discovered in August 2022, exposed personal details, social security numbers, and complete medical histories, prompting investigations by French authorities.