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RansomLook, an open-source ransomware intelligence project, reveals staggering metrics on ransomware group activity with 523 tracked groups and over 26,000 victim posts. This real-time threat intelligence platform provides critical visibility into an underground ecosystem fueling cyber extortion worldwide.

Anthropic has uncovered the first large-scale cyberattack where Chinese state-sponsored actors abused its Claude AI to automate the entire attack lifecycle, from reconnaissance to data exfiltration. While only a handful of the 30 targeted organizations were breached, this incident marks a pivotal shift in AI misuse by threat actors. Security teams must now adapt to defend against AI-orchestrated offensives.

In a significant blow to cybercriminals, Dutch authorities have seized approximately 250 physical servers powering a notorious bulletproof hosting service that shielded illegal operations since 2022. The takedown disrupted thousands of virtual servers used for ransomware, phishing, and malware distribution, marking a pivotal moment in international efforts to curb anonymous cyber threats. As forensic analysis begins, this operation underscores the growing challenges in hosting infrastructure security and law enforcement collaboration.

A devastating cyberattack on Jaguar Land Rover halted production, stole sensitive data, and cost the company over $220 million in a single quarter. The incident, claimed by notorious hackers, exposed vulnerabilities in the automotive sector's interconnected ecosystem. As JLR recovers with government aid, the broader industry grapples with escalating cyber risks.

In a bold move to disrupt global cybercrime, US authorities have issued seizure warrants for Starlink satellite internet devices allegedly fueling scam operations in Myanmar. These warrants aim to sever the digital lifeline of compounds raking in billions through cryptocurrency fraud targeting Americans. As the Justice Department ramps up its fight against Chinese-organized scams, the action highlights the growing role of satellite tech in enabling resilient criminal networks.