A reportedly leaked investigative report linked to the case of arrested suspect Anmol, also known as “Pinky”, has sparked concern across official, diplomatic, and law enforcement circles in Pakistan after claims emerged that the alleged contact network included bureaucrats, diplomats, and other influential figures. Read More: Alleged drug queenpin Pinky sent to jail on judicial remand According […]
Cybercrime
Gang selling sensitive personal, security-related data to foreign agencies arrested in Punjab
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has arrested a gang in southern Punjab accused of selling sensitive personal and security-related data of citizens and important personalities to foreign agencies. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, NCCIA Director General Syed Khurram Ali said the group was involved in illegally obtaining and selling confidential information for […]
Karachi call centre owners under money laundering probe
Authorities have initiated a money laundering investigation against the owners and close associates of a call centre in Karachi Gulshan-e-Iqbal area after a recent raid conducted by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). Read More: IMF pressures Pakistan to tighten money laundering controls According to officials, investigators have identified Murtaza and Dhani as the principal owners […]
Man robbed of digital currency in Karachi abduction
A man in Karachi was reportedly abducted and robbed of thousands of dollars in digital currency in a troubling incident near the city’s airport, raising concerns over rising cyber-enabled crimes. Read More: PAA denies crypto theft at Karachi airport According to the victim’s father, the incident occurred on Wednesday night when his son left home for a trip to […]
Pakistan reports surge in WhatsApp hacking complaints
Pakistan National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has reported a sharp rise in illegal data access and WhatsApp account hacking, revealing thousands of complaints filed over the past year. According to the agency, it received 157,465 cybercrime complaints in total, including 2,974 specifically related to WhatsApp hacking and misuse. Officials said 1,032 formal inquiries were […]
SBP launches Cyber Shield to boost banking security
KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has launched “Cyber Shield”, a comprehensive cyber resilience strategy aimed at strengthening the country’s financial sector against rising cyber threats and aligning protections with global best practices. Read More: SBP governor flags rising cyber risks to banking sector Announced under the central bank’s Vision 2028 agenda, the initiative sets a phased […]
Pakistan, China to collaborate in intel sharing, cybercrime to enhance security
In a significant move to fortify the bilateral strategic partnership, Pakistan and China have agreed to bolster collaboration in intelligence sharing and cybercrime to counter terrorism, following a high-level meeting at the Ministry of Interior. During the visit of Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong to the ministry in Islamabad on Thursday, Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi […]
Senators push for monitoring social media use by minors
ISLAMABAD: Senators on Friday called for closer monitoring of social media platforms for children under 18, proposing the formation of a special committee to develop safeguards in consultation with relevant ministries. Read More: Senate bill sets 16+ age limit for social media The proposal was raised through a calling-attention notice by Senators Falak Naz, Fawzia Arshad, Aimal […]
National Assembly flags surge in cyber scams and fake challans
The National Assembly on Friday voiced concern over rising cyber scams across Pakistan, as lawmakers highlighted an alarming spike in fraudulent online schemes targeting citizens. Members warned that the surge in fake messages, bogus challans and impersonation scams was inflicting financial losses and, in some cases, exposing people to serious legal consequences. Read More: Cyber Threat […]
Cambodia extradites alleged scam boss kingpin Chen Zhi to China
Cambodia extradited alleged scam boss Chen Zhi to China on Thursday, Beijing confirmed, after he was indicted by the United States over a multibillion-dollar fraud. Chinese authorities said Chen was “escorted” from Phnom Penh and hailed the move as a major achievement in law enforcement cooperation between the two countries. Arrest warrants are expected soon […]