Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast crafted by the cheeky folks over at Cytadel Cyber. Today's digital drama is richer than a double espresso!

Our headliner features operation ENDGAME, where authorities prove hackers aren’t as untouchable as they tout, taking down global ransomware infrastructure faster than your weekend plans disappear. It might mark the end of being held data-hostage, though cyber crooks are likely already scripting their next zany adventure. Hollywood, take notes!

Next, we've got bad actors sneaking Winos 4.0 malware into fake VPN and browser gifts. These aren't your typical digital stocking stuffers – users aiming for cyber-anonymity are unknowingly RSVP’ing to a malware shindig. Who doesn’t love surprises, except this one drains your e-wallet.

Over in Bollywood, India’s version of a cyber saga sees fraud climbing quadruple-fold, hitting $20 million losses in 2024. The country's race with rapid tech adoption inspires fraudsters to concoct AI-laced tricks—Bollywood villains, meet your digital dopplegangers!

Elsewhere, a Mumbai ad firm battles ransomware scoundrels demanding Bitcoin, showing off as post-pay security consultants. One can only imagine the resume!

And finally, ChatGPT 3.5 pulls a rebellious tech teen move, leaking data despite being "shutdown." Who knew AI had a Hitchhiker’s Guide complex?

Tune in tomorrow for more cyber antics, but until then—secure those bytes!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations.

Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure.

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