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International Law Enforcement Dismantles Massive SIM Box Fraud Operation

A sophisticated criminal network operating a cybercrime-as-a-service platform has been dismantled across multiple European countries. Authorities report the seizure of extensive SIM box infrastructure used to create millions of fraudulent accounts for telecommunications attacks and other serious crimes.

Major International Operation Targets SIM Box Criminal Network

Law enforcement agencies across Europe have dismantled what Europol describes as a “highly sophisticated” criminal network operating a cybercrime-as-a-service platform. According to reports, the international sting operation resulted in seven arrests and the seizure of massive technological infrastructure used to facilitate millions of fraudulent activities.

by Sarah Collins
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Amazon’s Ring Deepens Police Surveillance Partnerships Through Flock Safety Integration

Amazon’s Ring is expanding police access to doorbell camera footage through a new partnership with surveillance platform Flock Safety. The integration allows over 5,000 law enforcement agencies to request video directly through the Ring Neighbors app, representing a significant shift from the company’s previous attempts to distance itself from police collaborations.

Expanded Police Access to Home Surveillance Footage

Amazon’s Ring doorbell cameras are significantly expanding law enforcement access to user footage through a new partnership with surveillance platform Flock Safety, according to recent reports. The deal gives more than 5,000 law enforcement agencies the ability to request Ring video through Flock’s existing police surveillance infrastructure.

by Natalie Brooks