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Online Harassment Targets Travis Head’s Family Following IPL Clash with Virat Kohli.

May 25, 2026 at 6:05 AM

Travis Head and his wife, Jessica, have been subjected to significant online abuse following a heated on-field altercation between the Australian batter and Virat Kohli during a recent IPL 2026 match.

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Digital Arrest Scam: Stand-up Comedian Reveals How She Lost 900,000 Rupees.

May 18, 2026 at 11:27 PM

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The Evolving Threat: How Digital Fraud is Reshaping Financial Security in Sri Lanka.

May 16, 2026 at 11:56 PM

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Sri Lanka’s Emergence as a Global Hub for Cyber-Fraud and Digital Disinformation.

May 11, 2026 at 9:52 PM

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Serious Security Lapses Lead to $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud at Sri Lankan Treasury

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May 9, 2026 at 7:21 PM

Serious Security Lapses Lead to $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud at Sri Lankan Treasury.

A sophisticated Business Email Compromise attack resulted in the theft of $2.5 million from the Sri Lankan Treasury due to reliance on outdated systems and procedural negligence.

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Technology

Russian Ransomware Operative Sentenced as US Exposes Ties Between Cyber-Gangs and State Intelligence.

May 6, 2026 at 6:24 PM

A Latvian hacker involved in the Karakurt ransomware syndicate has been sentenced to over eight years in prison, with US prosecutors highlighting the gang's deep-rooted corruption and access to Russian state databases.

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Russian Ransomware Operative Sentenced as US Exposes Ties Between Cyber-Gangs and State Intelligence

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62-Year-Old Woman Detained in Connection with Extortion Scam.

May 6, 2026 at 10:48 AM

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Sri Lanka CERT Issues Urgent Warning on WhatsApp Sextortion Scams.

May 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM

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Authorities Dismantle Sophisticated Illegal Online Scam Hub in Thalangama.

May 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM

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The Rising Tide of Cybercrime: Protecting Your Assets in the Digital Age

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May 2, 2026 at 4:07 AM

The Rising Tide of Cybercrime: Protecting Your Assets in the Digital Age.

An analysis of the growing threats to financial security, including phishing and ransomware, and why the financial sector remains a top target for cybercriminals.

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Sri Lanka Financial Authorities Sound Alarm Amid Escalating Digital Scams.

April 29, 2026 at 4:31 AM

Financial authorities in Sri Lanka, including the Sri Lanka Banks' Association and FinCSIRT, have issued a critical warning regarding a sharp rise in online financial fraud targeting mobile users through malicious links and deceptive apps.

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Sri Lanka Financial Authorities Sound Alarm Amid Escalating Digital Scams

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Stricter Penalties Implemented Against Phone Harassment and Unauthorized Number Sharing in Sri Lanka.

April 28, 2026 at 7:48 AM

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Sri Lanka Treasury Investigates $2.5 Million Cyber Fraud Incident.

April 27, 2026 at 5:39 AM

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Government Clarifies Treasury Financial Loss as Phishing Scam, Not Cyber Intrusion.

Digital Economy Deputy Minister Eranga Weeraratne clarifies that the $2.5 million Treasury financial breach was the result of a sophisticated phishing attack rather than a technical system hack.

April 26, 2026 at 11:34 PM

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Police Issue Urgent Alert Over Malicious APK Scams Targeting Bank Accounts

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April 24, 2026 at 9:43 AM

Police Issue Urgent Alert Over Malicious APK Scams Targeting Bank Accounts.

Sri Lankan authorities have issued a critical warning regarding a rising cyber scam where attackers use malicious APK files shared via messaging apps to compromise bank accounts and steal funds.

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Government Investigating Major Cyber Heist at External Resources Department.

April 24, 2026 at 12:24 AM

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance is investigating a cyber breach at the External Resources Department, where hackers allegedly diverted a significant foreign currency payment. Authorities have involved the CID, SL-CERT, and the Financial Intelligence Unit.

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Australia Collaborates in Probe into $2.5 Million Cyber-Fraud Targeting Sri Lanka Treasury.

April 23, 2026 at 8:36 AM

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22-Year-Old Apprehended for Orchestrating Sophisticated Bank Phishing Scam.

Sri Lankan authorities have arrested a 22-year-old Minuwangoda resident for allegedly operating a fraudulent website mimicking a private bank, resulting in a loss of over Rs. 1 million.

April 21, 2026 at 4:45 AM

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Technology

Massive $290 Million Crypto Heist Linked to State-Sponsored Hackers.

April 20, 2026 at 5:10 PM

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The Escalating Cyber Threat: AI and Automation Fueling Global Digital Risks

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April 20, 2026 at 4:14 AM

The Escalating Cyber Threat: AI and Automation Fueling Global Digital Risks.

As cyberattacks become faster and more sophisticated through AI and automation, global economic losses are projected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. This article explores the rising trend of ransomware, the impact of AI in cyber-warfare, and the shifting landscape of digital security.

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