Theregister Europol Disrupts The Com Cybercrime Network Targeting Minors
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- •Europol flagged 4,340 URLs linked to The Com during a crackdown in June and July 2026.
- •The Com targets minors for recruitment into cybercrime and violent activities.
- •Project Compass aims to disrupt The Com's online ecosystem and protect vulnerable youth.
Europol flagged 4,340 URLs linked to The Com, a cybercrime network targeting minors, during a crackdown in June and July 2026. The Com recruits young members for illicit activities including hacking, swatting, and violent crimes. The initiative is part of Project Compass, launched to disrupt this network's online ecosystem. The flagged content includes violent videos, child sexual abuse material, and manuals for committing violent acts. Investigators from multiple European countries participated in the operation. The Com's activities pose a significant threat to minors, both as victims and perpetrators. Europol has received numerous requests for assistance in investigating related crimes. The network's recruitment tactics exploit social media and gaming platforms to groom vulnerable youth.
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