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Barbed wire against the backdrop of the Russian flag, symbolizing sanctions and restrictions

New Zealand introduces 36th sanctions package: blow to cybercriminals and child abductors

Politics 08/08/2026, 15:44
🇳🇿 New Zealand has introduced its 36th sanctions package against the Russian Federation. 33 individuals are under restrictions. Special focus is on cybercriminals and child abductors. 🚫💻 Minister Peters stated: "Children cannot be used as weapons of war." Sanctions also affected Russia's allies from North Korea and Iran. In total, more than 2,000 individuals have been restricted since 2022. 📉
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Young couple happily inspecting the car interior, unaware of the fraud schemes in car sales in 2026

Discount Only Today? Cyber Police Expose Scams in Car Sales in 2026

Incidents 08/07/2026, 07:26
⚠️ The Cyber Police of Ukraine has warned about an increase in fraud during online car sales. Criminals use headlines like "Discount Only Today" and demand advance payments. 🚗 How not to become a victim: ✅ Check the seller's profile (new accounts with one listing are a risk). ✅ Search for photos on Google — often these are other people's cars. ✅ Demand the VIN code. ✅ Formalize the transaction through "Diia" or the Ministry of Internal Affairs. 📉 Don't believe "too good to be true" offers! #CyberPolice #Cars #Scammers #Safety
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Shahed-type drone in flight against a blue sky, illustrating the new form of cyber-extortion in Ukraine

New form of cyber-extortion: Ukrainian businesses receive letters from 'Shahed owners'

Incidents 08/07/2026, 00:00
⚠️ ATTENTION: A new type of fraud has been recorded in Ukraine. Businesses are receiving letters from 'Shahed owners' demanding a ransom for safety. Presidential advisor Serhiy 'Flash' Beskrestnov called this nonsense and urged people not to believe it. Background: Russia is modernizing 'Geran-4' drones, while Ukraine is developing ZIRKA interceptors. Scammers are using the fear of new technologies to extort money. 🚫 Attacks cannot be 'bought off' — this is a fake!
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