A Polymarket user is alleged to have earned $35,000 after exploiting unusual temperature spikes recorded at Paris airport, triggering a police probe into whether the readings were physically tampered with. Authorities are investigating despite speculation around deliberate interference, spotlighting a bigger worry: manipulation risks in prediction-based betting markets.
The CBI has arrested two bank officials after finding they took bribes to help cyber criminals set up mule accounts for money laundering. Funds routed through these accounts came from cyber frauds, and the accused allegedly also advised criminals on how to avoid detection. The case underscores insider facilitation in financial crimes, and investigations are still underway.
Your news, in seconds
Get the Beige app — every story in 60 words, updated hourly. Free on iOS & Android.
Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating India Post in courier-style online frauds, mirroring earlier FedEx scam patterns. In one reported case, a retired government employee was reportedly swindled out of 23.26 lakh. Telangana alone recorded 89,783 cybercrime complaints in 2023, where courier frauds frequently targeted retired employees and housewives.
Swipe through stories, personalise your feed, and save articles for later — all on the app.
