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Digital Arrest Scam: Stand-up Comedian Reveals How She Lost 900,000 Rupees.
Indian comedian Ankita Shrivastav shares her harrowing experience falling victim to a 'digital arrest' scam, resulting in the loss of 900,000 Indian rupees after being manipulated by fake law enforcement officials.
Sri Lanka’s Emergence as a Global Hub for Cyber-Fraud and Digital Disinformation.
Sri Lanka is witnessing a surge in international cyber-scam operations and foreign-led disinformation networks, raising significant security and regulatory concerns for the country.
Investigations Intensify into $2.5 Million Treasury Cyber Theft Scandal.
Sri Lankan authorities have recorded 21 statements regarding a $2.5 million cyber heist from the Treasury. While investigations continue, officials confirmed that international creditors do not view this as a debt default.
Strengthening Sri Lanka’s Digital Defenses Against Growing Cyber Threats.
Following a surge in cyber-enabled financial crimes and data breaches, Sri Lanka is prioritizing a national cybersecurity framework focused on government infrastructure, public sector training, and advanced monitoring systems.
