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In recent years the rise of illicit activities conducted within online messaging platforms has become a growing concern for countless industries.  Telegram is one of the most notable platforms that has been host to many malicious actors and nefarious activities.  Thanks to its accessibility, popularity, and user anonymity, Telegram has attracted many threat actors driven by criminal purposes.[1]

Many cybercriminals have moved operations into illicit telegram channels to expand their reach and ex

UniCC, the biggest dark web marketplace for stolen credit and debit cards, has announced that it is closing its operations after earning $358 million in purchases since 2013 using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ether, and Dash.  It operated since 2014 and offers credit cards of all brands (Amex, Visa, MasterCard, Diner’s Club).  It is also one of the most popular markets because it updates very frequently with new offers.

“Our team retires. Thanks to everyone who has been part of us

Red Sky Alliance has long reported on the underground carding site – Joker’s Stash (JS).  Well several research firms have identified that JS is ‘goiong out of business.’  Joker’s Stash is reportedly (or was…) the largest underground forum/shop for selling stolen credit card and identity data.  JS is reporting they are closing its shop by the middle of February 2021.  This news was shared after a crazy 2020 for the major cybercrime store, and several weeks after US and European law enforcement a