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Surge in DDoS Attacks Targeting Financial Services Amid AI and Hacktivism
Akamai's latest report reveals a significant rise in DDoS attacks against the financial services sector, with a 738% increase in median attack duration since 2024. Pro-Iran hacktivists and AI-driven bots are identified…
31 articles · Updated May 20, 2026 -
Sri Lanka and Indonesia Targeted by Transnational Cybercrime Syndicates
In 2026, Sri Lanka has seen a significant increase in cybercrime activities, with over 628 foreign nationals arrested for various illegal activities, including cyber fraud. Recent police operations in Colombo and Matara…
14 articles · Updated May 11, 2026 -
Operation Synergia III Dismantles 45,000 Malicious IPs, Arrests 94 Worldwide
An international cybercrime operation, Operation Synergia III, coordinated by INTERPOL, has dismantled over 45,000 malicious IP addresses and servers linked to phishing, malware, and ransomware attacks. The operation,…
29 articles · Updated March 13, 2026 -
French Navy Intercepts Sanctioned Russian Oil Tanker in Atlantic
On June 1, 2026, the French Navy, with support from the UK, intercepted the oil tanker Tagor in international waters. The vessel, linked to Russia's 'shadow fleet', was sailing from Murmansk and was under international…
11 articles · Updated June 1, 2026 -
Taiwan President Cancels Africa Trip Amid Chinese Pressure on Airspace Access
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te was forced to cancel a planned trip to Eswatini after Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar revoked overflight permissions for his aircraft. This unprecedented cancellation is attributed…
12 articles · Updated April 21, 2026 -
Russian Nationals Charged with Election Interference in Angola
Two Russian nationals, Igor Ratchin and Lev Lakshtanov, are facing trial in Angola for allegedly organizing anti-government protests, running a disinformation campaign, and attempting to interfere in the upcoming…
2 articles · Updated March 24, 2026 -
18 Chinese Nationals Arrested in Nairobi Cyber Fraud Operation
Police detained 18 Chinese nationals in a raid targeting a cyber fraud syndicate in Nairobi's Kilimani area. The operation, conducted by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) with assistance from the Chinese…
4 articles · Updated July 8, 2026 -
China Implements Zero-Tariff Policy for Most African Nations
On May 1, 2026, China announced a zero-tariff policy for all African countries with diplomatic ties, excluding Eswatini, which maintains relations with Taiwan. This policy expands previous duty-free arrangements from 33…
4 articles · Updated May 1, 2026 -
North Korea's Historical Role in the Third World Examined Amid Soccer Match
North Korea's Naegohyang Women’s FC is set to compete against South Korea's Suwon FC Women in the AFC Women’s Champions League semifinal on May 27, 2026. This event has sparked discussions about potential exchanges…
2 articles · Updated May 25, 2026
Recent Intelligence Reports
- Police detain 18 Chinese nationals over suspected cyber fraud in raids on Kilimani apartments — The-Star.Co.Ke · July 8, 2026
- Police detain 18 Chinese nationals over suspected cyber fraud in raids on Kilimani apartments — The-Star.Co.Ke · July 8, 2026
- France seizes another sanctioned tanker carrying Russian oil — Cnn · June 1, 2026
- [Book review] When North Korea led the Third World — Hani.Co.Kr · May 25, 2026
- NETSCOUT highlights how AI is lowering African DDOS attack barriers at ITWeb Security ... — Itweb.Co.Za · May 20, 2026
- AI Lowers Barriers to DDoS Attacks Across Africa — Engineeringnews.Co.Za · May 18, 2026
- More than 130 foreign nationals arrested in Sri Lanka for cyber fraud — Hindustantimes · May 3, 2026
- China cancel tariffs for all African countries except one - Wetin e mean — Bbc · May 1, 2026