Lockbit hacked, Qlin jumps to #1 and Google gets serious against scams

In this episode, Erich and Javvad discuss how Lockbit appears to be hacked again, Qlin makes a jump to #1 in the ransomware game, Google gets serious against scams with Gemini, and more!

 

Google Rolls Out On-Device AI Protections to Detect Scams in Chrome and Android

https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/google-rolls-out-on-device-ai.html

 

Qilin Ransomware Ranked Highest in April 2025 with 72 Data Leak Disclosures

https://thehackernews.com/2025/05/qilin-leads-april-2025-ransomware-spike.html

 

LockBit ransomware gang hacked again

https://www.computing.co.uk/news/2025/security/lockbit-ransomware-gang-hacked-again

 

UK Cyber Insurance Claims Second Highest on Record

https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/uk-cyberinsurance-claims-second/