Alan Filion reportedly made numerous fake threats to schools, businesses, and high-profile individuals in various US states, demanding cryptocurrency to stop the threats. Even after a search of his home by the FBI, Filion continued making false threats, leading to his arrest in January 2024. He was sentenced to 48 months in federal prison.

Healthcare sector braces for rising cybersecurity threats in 2025
A global survey by Health-ISAC shows increasing cybersecurity challenges for healthcare organizations, with ransomware as the prevailing threat. Other concerns include third-party and data breaches,