African Authorities Arrest 1,200 People, Seize Millions in Massive Cybercrime and Fraud Networks’ Bust

African Authorities Arrest 1,200 People, Seize Millions in Massive Cybercrime and Fraud Networks’ Bust

Operation Serengeti 2.0, a large-scale INTERPOL-led effort, successfully disrupted cybercriminal activities across Africa by making over 1,200 arrests and seizing thousands of malicious infrastructures. The operation also recovered nearly $100 million linked to various online scams, showcasing the power of international cooperation and private sector intelligence in fighting cybercrime. #INTERPOL #OperationSerengeti2.0

Keypoints

  • Over 1,200 suspects were arrested across African nations and the UK during Operation Serengeti 2.0.
  • The operation targeted and seized over 11,400 malicious online infrastructures, including domains and servers.
  • Authorities recovered nearly $100 million related to ransomware, BEC, and online scams.
  • In Angola, authorities dismantled illegal cryptocurrency mining centers worth $37 million.
  • The operation was supported by private sector intelligence, which enhanced cross-border law enforcement efforts.

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