# Пов'язані статті щодо Ransomware

Центр новин HTX надає останні статті та поглиблений аналіз на тему "Ransomware", що охоплює ринкові тренди, оновлення проєктів, технологічні розробки та регуляторну політику в криптоіндустрії.

Interpreting the FBI's '2025 Internet Crime Report': AI Fraud Becomes the Biggest Variable, Individuals Aged 60+ Emerge as Primary Targets for Crypto Scams

FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report, based on over 1 million complaints, reveals record losses of $20.877 billion, a 26% increase from 2024. Cryptocurrency-related crimes surged to $11.366 billion, with victims over 60 years old being the primary target, suffering $2.76 billion in crypto investment scams alone. This age group was also most affected by recovery scams. Investment fraud was the costliest crime at $8.649 billion, followed by BEC scams ($3.047B) and tech support fraud ($2.135B). Phishing was the most common complaint. Ransomware attacks caused over $32 million in losses, with Akira and Qilin among the top variants. A significant emerging threat is AI-driven fraud, involved in over 22,000 complaints causing $893 million in losses. AI was used to create deepfakes for investment scams ($632M), BEC, and impersonation schemes. The report highlights the industrialization of scams through automation. Despite law enforcement successes, like freezing $679 million, the escalating losses and sophistication of attacks underscore the critical importance of public awareness and enhanced cybersecurity measures.

marsbit04/16 07:18

Interpreting the FBI's '2025 Internet Crime Report': AI Fraud Becomes the Biggest Variable, Individuals Aged 60+ Emerge as Primary Targets for Crypto Scams

marsbit04/16 07:18

Crypto Sleuth Links Russian OTC Desk To $4.7M Laundering

ZachXBT, an anonymous blockchain investigator, has identified Russian OTC broker Aleksandr Khinkis as the central figure in a money laundering scheme involving over $4.7 million from three separate ransomware payments totaling 796 BTC. The investigation, which included an undercover Telegram conversation, revealed that Khinkis provided an exchange deposit address that became the anchor for tracing the illicit flows. The funds moved through multiple networks, including Bitcoin, Avalanche, and Tron, with some addresses later frozen by Tether. A dormant 73-BTC wallet remains under watch. Law enforcement has received the detailed transaction records, though no arrests have been announced.

bitcoinist03/25 23:02

Crypto Sleuth Links Russian OTC Desk To $4.7M Laundering

bitcoinist03/25 23:02

Ransomware Crooks Are Busier Than Ever — But Making Less Money, Researchers Say

According to a Chainalysis report, ransomware attacks increased by 50% in 2025, with nearly 8,000 incidents recorded. However, total ransom payments fell by 8% to $820 million. This decline is attributed to stricter regulations, improved law enforcement, and more companies refusing to pay. Attackers have shifted focus to small and medium-sized businesses, which pay faster but yield smaller sums. The cost of launching attacks has also decreased significantly, with access to victim systems on the dark web dropping from $1,427 in 2023 to $439 in early 2026. Despite the drop in ransomware revenue, broader crypto crime remains significant, with $370 million stolen in January 2026 alone, mostly through phishing attacks.

bitcoinist02/27 18:01

Ransomware Crooks Are Busier Than Ever — But Making Less Money, Researchers Say

bitcoinist02/27 18:01

Figure Technology Confirms Customer Data Breach After Social Engineering Attack

Figure Technology, a blockchain-based lending firm, has confirmed a data breach resulting from a social engineering attack. Hackers tricked an employee into providing access, leading to the theft of approximately 2.5 GB of customer data, including names, addresses, birth dates, and phone numbers. The group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility and released the data after the company refused to pay a ransom. No financial information or passwords were confirmed to be compromised. The company has launched an investigation, notified affected customers, and is offering free credit monitoring. Cybersecurity experts emphasize that such attacks target human vulnerabilities rather than technical flaws.

TheNewsCrypto02/14 06:42

Figure Technology Confirms Customer Data Breach After Social Engineering Attack

TheNewsCrypto02/14 06:42

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

Bitcoin is central to a high-profile ransom case involving the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie. Blood and a missing doorbell camera were found at her Arizona residence. Ransom messages demanding Bitcoin were sent to news outlets. A new note emerged from someone offering information for 1 BTC ($67,598 at time of writing). The FBI has announced a $50,000 reward for information. An expert noted the ransom amount is modest compared to larger crypto crimes. Savannah Guthrie has expressed hope her mother is still alive.

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Bitcoin Ransomware Case Shakes NBC — Here’s The Latest Developments

bitcoinist02/12 01:03

Polygon smart contracts under attack, but the real danger may be just starting!

Blockchain technology's growth is increasingly exploited by threat actors, as evidenced by the DeadLock ransomware. This group uses Polygon smart contracts to dynamically rotate server addresses, making their infrastructure more resilient and evading traditional disruption methods. This highlights a concerning shift where decentralized systems, originally designed to prevent centralized abuse, are now being weaponized. Security firm Group-IB warns this is part of an emerging trend, citing similar campaigns like North Korea's UNC5342 using "EtherHiding" on Ethereum. The abuse of smart contracts for malware distribution and ransomware operations signals a deeper, growing threat to blockchain networks.

ambcrypto01/17 06:02

Polygon smart contracts under attack, but the real danger may be just starting!

ambcrypto01/17 06:02

National-Level Players Enter the Game: The 2025 Revelation of Cryptocurrency Crime Spiraling Out of Control

Summary: In 2025, state-level cryptocurrency activity surged, marking a new phase in the maturation of illicit on-chain ecosystems. Illicit addresses received at least $154 billion, a 162% year-over-year increase, largely driven by a 694% spike in transactions involving sanctioned entities. Stablecoins dominated these flows, accounting for 84% of all illicit transaction volume. Key trends include North Korean hackers stealing a record $2 billion, including the largest crypto theft in history from Bybit. Russia launched the ruble-backed A7A5 token, which saw $93.3 billion in transaction volume within a year, facilitating large-scale evasion. Chinese money laundering networks emerged as dominant, sophisticated operators offering full-service criminal enterprises. Iran-linked proxy networks moved over $2 billion for activities including oil sales and weapons procurement. Illicit actors and nations increasingly rely on full-stack infrastructure providers resistant to takedowns and sanctions. Furthermore, the connection between crypto and real-world violent crime is growing, with increased use in human trafficking and a rise in violent coercion attacks to seize crypto assets during price peaks. Collaboration between law enforcement, regulators, and crypto firms is crucial to counter these evolving, interconnected threats.

marsbit01/10 04:10

National-Level Players Enter the Game: The 2025 Revelation of Cryptocurrency Crime Spiraling Out of Control

marsbit01/10 04:10

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