Critical national infrastructure in the UK is at risk of catastrophic damage from criminals linked with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, according to Martin Riley of Bridewell. Speaking following comments from Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden, Riley called for an emphasis on cyber security investment and best practice throughout government and utility bodies. Cyber attacks on the UK’s infrastructure rose 62% in 2022-2023, with Bridewell’s research revealing two-thirds of essential organisations endured cuts to their cyber defence budgets.
Europol and partners shut down ‘Cryptomixer’
From 24 to 28 November 2025, Europol supported an action week conducted by law enforcement authorities from Switzerland and Germany in Zurich, Switzerland. The operation
