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04/16/2026

Europol-supported global operation targets over 75 000 users engaged in DDoS attacks
Operation PowerOFF is a global effort aimed at dismantling criminal DDoS-for-hire infrastructure

Published on: Thursday 16 April 2026.

On 13 April 2026, 21 countries joined forces in a coordinated action week that focused on enforcement and prevention measures against over 75 000 criminal users engaging in distributed denial-of-service (DDoS)-for-hire services. With over 75 000 warning emails and letters being sent to identified criminal users and 4 arrests, the action week also led to the takedown of 53 domains and the issuing of 25 search warrants.

The following countries participated in the joint action: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Thailand, the United Kingdom and theUnited States.

Leading up to the action week, a series of operational sprints took place gathering experts from national authorities across the globe to carry out actions against high-value target users of DDoS-for-hire platforms and raise awareness about the illegality of these activities.

During these sprints, the participating countries disrupted illegal booter services, dismantling the technical infrastructure that supports illegal DDoS. Booter services allow users to launch DDoS attacks against targeted websites, servers, or networks. Their infrastructure is made up of servers, databases, and other technical components that make DDoS-for-hire activities possible. By seizing these infrastructures, authorities were able to hinder these criminal operations and prevent further damage to victims. The seized databases allowed Europol experts to support their national colleagues in providing data on over 3 million criminal user accounts, which led to a series of coordinated actions across the globe during the action week.

DDoS-for-hire is one of the most prolific and easily accessible trends in cybercrime, enabling individuals with little technical knowledge to follow step-by-step tutorials to execute criminal attacks. These attacks inflict significant harm on businesses and individuals across the globe by targeting servers, websites, or online services and making them inaccessible to legitimate users.

Individuals engaging in DDoS activity range from users with minimal technical background able to launch attacks with little effort to more technically proficient actors who customise and optimise their illegal operations. Attacks are often regionally focused, with users targeting servers and websites within their continent, and directed at a wide range of targets including online marketplaces, telecommunications providers, and other web-based services. Motivations vary from curiosity to ideological purposes linked to hacktivism, as well as financial gain through extortion or the disruption of competitors’ services.

Operation PowerOFF: disrupt and prevent

Operation PowerOFF is an ongoing, coordinated effort among international law enforcement aimed at dismantling criminal DDoS-for-hire infrastructure. As the operation enters its prevention phase, a series of coordinated and proactive campaigns to prevent future attacks took place, with more to follow. These campaigns include:

The creation of ads on search engines, with targeted messages shown to young people searching for DDoS-for-hire tools on Google.
The removal of over 100 URLs advertising DDoS-for-hire services from search engine results.

Sending warning messages on the blockchains used by criminals to make payments related to their illegal activities.
Updating the dedicated website for Operation PowerOFF to keep track of and give further visibility to all the enforcement and prevention actions.

Law enforcement authorities involved:

Australia: Australian Federal Police
Austria: Criminal Intelligence Service Austria – Cybercrime Competence Center (C4)
Belgium: Federal Judicial Police - FCCU
Brazil: Brazilian Federal Police
Bulgaria: Cybercrime Department - General Directorate Combating Organized Crime
Denmark: Danish Police - POLITI
Estonia: National Criminal Police
Finland: National Bureau Of Investigation
Germany: Federal Criminal Police Office
Japan: National Police Agency of Japan
Latvia: Cybercrime Enforcement Department, Central Police Department, State Police of Latvia
Lithuania: Lithuanian Criminal Police Bureau
Luxembourg: Service de Police Judiciaire – Section Cybercrime
Netherlands:Netherlands Police
Norway National Crime Investigation Service
Poland: National Police - Central Cybercrime Bureau
Portugal: Polícia de Segurança Pública and Polícia Judiciária
Sweden: Swedish Police Authority - Swedish Cybercrime Center (SC3)
Thailand: Royal Thai Police – Immigration Bureau and Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau
United Kingdom: National Cyber Crime Unit, National Crime Agency and UK Regional Cyber Crime Units
United States: Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), Department of Defense Office of Inspector General’s Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), United States Attorney’s Office (USAO)
Regarding Europol’s support, the Agency primarily:

Conducted analysis of seized datasets, identified and geolocated users, and disseminated intelligence packages to all EU Member States and countries with operational agreements. Analytical support, crypto-tracing expertise, and forensic assistance were also provided.
Organised sprints to develop investigative leads in preparation for the final phase of the operation.
Established a command post during the action days.
Assigned a dedicated cybercrime prevention specialist to support the prevention working group throughout the case.

https://www.europol.europa.eu/media-press/newsroom/news/europol-supported-global-operation-targets-over-75-000-users-engaged-in-ddos-attacks

02/09/2026

What do you know about Epstein’s case?

• What are the scholars of criminal justice, legal experts and investigative journalists are saying about the case?

• I leverage the knowledge of artificial intelligence to analyze the case clearly, chronologically, and with evidence so that the public can see how the case unfolded and why it still matters.

• The underlisted ten (10) points will explicitly explain what went wrong in a clear and detailed manner without leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

• Could you please do me a favor by reading this article and kindly share your thoughts in the comment section.

Thank you in advance.

Taiwo Ogunbote | 2/9/2026.
Registered & Licensed Security Agent.

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Introduction

The Jeffrey Epstein case is one of the most disturbing and far-reaching s*x-trafficking scandals in modern history, involving wealth, power, political influence, and systemic failures of justice.

Criminal justice scholars, legal experts, and investigative journalists have widely analyzed the Jeffrey Epstein case as a paramount example of institutional failure, elite impunity, and deep inequities within the American legal system. Scholars generally focus on the 2008 non-prosecution agreement, the failure to protect victims, and the influence of wealth on the justice process.

In their July 2025 joint report, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) concluded that searches conducted by their agents uncovered a significant amount of material, including more than 300 gigabytes of data and physical evidence. “The files relating to Epstein include a large volume of images of Epstein, images and videos of victims who are either minors or appear to be minors, and over ten thousand downloaded videos and images of illegal child s*x abuse material and other po*******hy.” -(FBI Memo, July 2025).

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1. Who Jeffrey Epstein Was

Jeffrey Edward Epstein (1953–2019) was a wealthy American financier with no clear, verifiable source of most of his wealth.
He cultivated relationships with politicians, royalty, academics, celebrities, and business elites, which later became central to the controversy.

Key facts:
• Lacked a typical hedge-fund client list
• Owned multiple luxury properties (New York, Florida, New Mexico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Paris)
• Owned a private jet nicknamed the “Lolita Express”

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2. Core Crime: S*x Trafficking of Minors

The Allegations

Epstein was accused of:
• Recruiting underage girls (some as young as 14)
• Paying them for “massages” that escalated into s*xual abuse
• Using money, gifts, intimidation, and social pressure to silence victims
• Trafficking minors across state and international lines

Evidence
• Victim testimonies (dozens of consistent accounts over years)
• Flight logs showing repeated transport of young girls
• Financial records showing cash payments to minors
• Witness corroboration from employees, pilots, and recruiters
• Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA) itself, which implicitly acknowledged criminal conduct

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3. The 2008 Florida Deal (Major Justice Failure)

What Happened

In 2008, Epstein was charged in Florida with soliciting prostitution from a minor.

Instead of federal prosecution, he received:
• A secret Non-Prosecution Agreement
• Pleaded guilty to state-level charges
• Served 13 months, mostly on work release (6 days/week, 12 hours/day outside jail)

Why It Was Scandalous
• Federal prosecutors dropped s*x-trafficking charges
• Victims were not informed, violating the Crime Victims’ Rights Act
• Co-conspirators were granted immunity

Evidence
• Court documents later unsealed
• Federal judge Kenneth Marra (2019) ruled victims’ rights were violated
• DOJ admitted the agreement was improperly handled

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4. Re-Arrest in 2019 (Federal Case)

Charges

In July 2019, Epstein was arrested by federal authorities and charged with:
• S*x trafficking of minors
• Conspiracy to commit s*x trafficking

These charges were based on new evidence and witnesses, especially from New York.

Evidence Presented
• Search of his Manhattan mansion uncovered:
• Hundreds of n**e photos of young women
• CDs labeled with girls’ names
• Cash and surveillance equipment
• Multiple victims testified to abuse between 2002–2005

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5. Epstein’s Death (August 10, 2019)

Epstein was found dead in his jail cell at Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC), New York.

Official Ruling
• Cause of death: Su***de by hanging
• Manner: Su***de (NYC Medical Examiner)

Why It Raised Suspicion
• He was on su***de watch, then removed
• Guards failed to check him for hours
• Cameras malfunctioned
• Epstein had powerful enemies and knowledge

Evidence of Negligence
• DOJ investigation found:
• Guards asleep/falsifying records
• Severe understaffing
• MCC later shut down
• Epstein’s estate paid victims over $120 million in settlements

No evidence has legally proven homicide, but gross negligence is undisputed.

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6. Ghislaine Maxwell’s Role

Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s longtime associate, was arrested in 2020.

Conviction (2021)

She was found guilty of:
• Recruiting and grooming minors
• Facilitating Epstein’s abuse
• Transporting minors for illegal s*xual activity

Sentence
• 20 years in federal prison

Evidence
• Victim testimony
• Emails and records showing recruitment
• Witnesses confirming her active role

Her conviction legally confirms Epstein’s trafficking operation was organized and systematic.

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7. The “Client List” Controversy

What Exists
• Flight logs
• Address books
• Witness statements naming powerful individuals

What Does Not Exist
• No officially released, verified “client list” naming abusers
• Many names linked socially, not criminally proven

Legal Reality
• Association ≠ guilt
• Only individuals with sufficient evidence have been prosecuted
• Civil cases continue to expose additional details

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8. Broader Implications

The Epstein case exposed:
• Elite impunity.
Elite Impunity and Power Dynamics: The case is frequently cited as a case study in "elite deviance" and "white heteropatriarchal privilege". Scholars argue that Epstein's social and political capital allowed him to escape accountability for years, with researchers highlighting how his "paid posse" and connections to powerful individuals intimidated investigators and silenced victims.

• Failures in prosecution.
Failure of Prosecutorial Discretion and Oversight: The 2008 non-prosecution agreement (NPA) negotiated by former U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta is widely criticized for lacking transparency and failing to comply with victim rights acts. Experts argue that this deal, which allowed Epstein to avoid federal s*x trafficking charges, was a critical failure that directly enabled him to continue his crimes.

• Institutional protection of wealth and power.
This is regarded as a systemic "Perversion of Justice.” Scholars and investigative journalists (notably in reports reviewing the case) describe the handling of the case as a "perversion of justice," noting that Epstein’s ability to secure a lenient 2008 plea deal in Florida despite overwhelming evidence of abusing hundreds of girls highlights a two-tiered system of justice—one for the wealthy and another for the vulnerable.

• Weak safeguards for victims of s*xual exploitation.
The defendant’s legal team exploit the victim blaming and marginalization tactics to weaken the authority’s arguement. Scholars point out that the legal system often failed to view the underage victims as such, with prosecutors at times framing the victims as complicit or "prostitutes". This, combined with aggressive tactics by Epstein’s legal team, created an environment where victims were discouraged from cooperating with authorities.

It is now used as a case study in:
• Criminal justice reform
• Prosecutorial ethics
• Victim rights law
• Human trafficking enforcement

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9. Why the Case Still Matters
• Many victims are still seeking justice
• Civil litigation continues
• Trust in institutions was severely damaged
• It changed how s*x-trafficking cases involving elites are handled

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10. U.S DOJ and FBI Joint Statement

As part of the government agencies commitment to public safety, transparency, and accountability, the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation conducted an exhaustive review of investigative holdings relating to Jeffrey Epstein’s case.

“To ensure that the review was thorough, the FBI conducted digital searches of its
databases, hard drives, and network drives as well as physical searches of squad areas, locked cabinets, desks, closets, and other areas where responsive material may have been stored.”

The agencies state that the searches uncovered a significant amount of material, including more than 300 gigabytes of data and physical evidence. “The files relating to Epstein include a large volume of images of Epstein, images and videos of victims who are either minors or appear to be minors, and over ten thousand downloaded videos and images of illegal child s*x abuse material and other po*******hy.”

The report reveals that teams of agents, analysts, attorneys, and privacy and civil liberties experts combed through the digital and documentary evidence with the aim of providing as much information as possible to the public while simultaneously protecting victims. “Much of the material is subject to court-ordered sealing. Only a fraction of this material would have been aired publicly had Epstein gone to trial, as the seal served only to protect victims and did not expose any additional third-parties to allegations of illegal wrongdoing.”

The agencies explicitly stated that they were unable to find a reason to revisit the disclosure of any materials and will not be party to the release of any child’s po*******hy. “Through this review, we found no basis to revisit the disclosure of those materials and will not permit the release of child po*******hy.”

Lastly, the joint This systematic review revealed no incriminating “client list.” There was also no credible evidence found that Epstein blackmailed prominent individuals as part of his actions. We did not uncover evidence that could predicate an investigation against uncharged third parties.

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The Bottom Line

Jeffrey Epstein ran a long-term s*x-trafficking operation involving minors.
This is not speculation—it is legally established through evidence, court rulings, settlements, and convictions.

What remains unresolved is how many powerful individuals enabled or participated—and why so few have faced consequences.

Key Takeaways from Recent Analyses:

• Institutional Failure: A 2026 review (Sekolapedia) calls the case one of the "most glaring examples of institutional failure in recent history".

• "Decade of Dereliction": A 2025 study analyzes the case as a 20-year failure of multiple agencies (local, state, federal) to share information and act.

• Future Impact: Experts have stated that the handling of this case will set a precedent for whether the system can hold powerful figures accountable for s*xual violence against children.

Read more about U.S. DOJ and FBI report here 👇

https://www.justice.gov/opa/media/1407001/dl

01/18/2026

Artisans and their patterns of material theft onsite.

Material theft by artisans during work hours frequently involves the slow, incremental removal of supplies—often referred to as "walking away"—rather than large-scale, single-instance thefts. This pattern of behavior is driven by the desire to avoid detection, with items frequently being taken for personal projects or resale.

Patterns of Material Theft

"Small Stuff" Accumulation: Workers often steal smaller, high-value, or easily hidden items, such as copper piping, electrical cables, nails, and binding wire, rather than heavy machinery.

Material Dilution and Waste: A common tactic is intentionally mixing too much concrete, using excessive amounts of paint, or cutting materials to create "offcuts" that are then claimed as scrap or personal property.

"Borrowing" that Becomes Theft: Tools and equipment are often "borrowed" for on-site, off-the-clock work and never returned, slowly vanishing over an extended period.

Theft During Non-Productive Hours: While often committed during work hours, theft is highly prevalent during "breaks" in activity, such as lunch hours, when supervision is low, or during site shutdowns.

Collusion and Outsider Involvement: Artisans may work with, or allow, outside individuals to enter the site to remove materials, or use their own vehicles to remove materials at the end of the day.

Frequently Stolen Materials

Copper and Metals: Due to high resale value, copper piping, wiring, and metal roofing are primary targets.

Timber and Lumber: Often taken piece-by-piece because it is easy to transport and hard to track.

Construction Consumables: Cement, paint, tiles, and adhesive are often stolen by being hidden, mixed unnecessarily, or moved to unauthorized storage.

Tools: Power tools, drills, hammers, and saws are frequently taken, often justifying it with the thought that "the company can afford it".

Underlying Causes and Justifications
Lack of Surveillance/Accountability: The absence of security guards, cameras, or inventory management creates an environment where theft is low-risk.

Poor Inventory Control: If tools and materials are not inventoried daily, it is difficult to notice when items go missing.

Justification of Need: Workers may believe they are underpaid or that the company has excessive resources, leading them to feel entitled to "surplus" or "waste" materials.

High Turnover: Temporary labor and frequent crew rotations make it difficult to monitor who is taking what, creating gaps in accountability.

Prevention Patterns

Daily Tool Tracking: Requiring a "sign-in & sign-out" book for tools at the start and end of each shift.

Restricted Access & Storage: Locking away materials in secure, managed containers.

Material Monitoring: Using surveillance to monitor high-theft areas and auditing daily material usage to ensure it matches the work completed.

12/17/2025

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I’m extremely happy to share that my company iTOP Security Group LLC has obtained a new certification: Pre-Qualified Certification from NYC School Construction Authority (SCA)! This certification will enable my company to submit bids/proposals for SCA Projects.

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10/20/2025

I am excited to share that my company - (iTOP Security Group LLC) is fully in operation. I was on site yesterday, at one of the latest fashion stores in Rockefeller Center, New York City for Loss Prevention assignment.

10/19/2025

JOB OPPORTUNITY – MARKETER WANTED
(Security Industry Experience Required)

iTOP Security Group LLC — a licensed, insured, and bonded private security company under the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services — is seeking an experienced and motivated Marketing Professional to join our growing team.

We specialize in:
✅ Watch, Guard, and Patrol Services
✅ Loss Prevention and Access Control
✅ Security for Construction Sites
✅ Protection for Indoor and Outdoor Facilities
✅ Event Security and Crowd Management

Position: Security Services Marketer
Work Type: Remote / Work From Home
Compensation: Commission-Based — Earnings depend on the number of contracts secured and executed successfully

Responsibilities:
• Promote and market iTOP Security Group’s services to potential clients across New York and beyond.
• Build and maintain client relationships in the construction, corporate, event, and residential sectors.
• Develop marketing strategies and identify new business opportunities.
• Present our company’s credentials professionally to decision-makers and facility managers.

Requirements:
• Proven experience in security industry marketing or business development.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet performance targets.
• Strong understanding of private security services and client needs.

Join a company that values professionalism, integrity, and proactive protection.

📧 To Apply: Send your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your marketing experience to [email protected]

Taiwo Ogunbote
President/CEO

🛡️ iTOP Security Group LLC
Licensed | Insured | Bonded
Delivering Protection Through Professionalism

08/24/2025

Security Guard: “You’re just a security guard.”

By Dayle Belfield | 8.21.25

How many times have we heard those words? Too often, they’re used to minimize a role that carries enormous weight and responsibility. But let’s really look at what this title means.

🔹 SECURITY = freedom from threat and danger
🔹 GUARD = to protect and/or control

When combined, the role of a Security Guard is clear: to protect, prevent, and provide peace of mind. Notice how there is no mention of “just watching” or “calling someone else.” By definition, a guard acts. A guard protects. A guard takes responsibility when others can’t.

What many people don’t realize is that security professionals are a private policing function within society, helping to keep the peace every single day. That means:
✅ Protecting people and property
✅ Applying the law responsibly and fairly
✅ Managing conflict and maintaining order — often without weapons, often without backup

And here’s the hard truth: security guards frequently face situations where emergency services never arrive. In those moments, it is the guard — not the police, not paramedics, not fire crews — who steps up to handle the crisis.

That takes courage. That takes judgment. That takes professionalism.

The reality is, security professionals are:

The first line of defense when things go wrong

The calm presence when tensions escalate

The deterrent against crime and disorder

The guardians who hold the line when help doesn’t come

Yet too often, this role is undervalued, underappreciated, and misunderstood.

👉 Security guards deserve more than recognition.
👉 They deserve respect, proper training, fair pay, and the support they need to do their jobs safely and effectively.

There is nothing “just” about being a security guard.

It’s time we shift the narrative.
Security guards are not placeholders. They are protectors. They are deterrents. They are often the first — and sometimes the only — responders before emergency services arrive. They are the steady force that allows people to live, work, and gather in peace.

So the next time you hear the phrase, “just a security guard,” remember this:
Behind that uniform is someone carrying the responsibility of freedom from threat and danger — often with no weapon, no backup, and no recognition.
That is a role worthy of respect, support, and better recognition from society.

08/06/2025

Alhamdulillah!!!

I’m happy to share that my company iTOP Security Group LLC has obtained a new certification: Certified Minority Business Enterprise from NYC Department of Small Business Services!

07/29/2025

There was an active shooter incident in New York City in 2025. On July 28, 2025, a shooting occurred at 345 Park Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, resulting in at least five fatalities, including an NYPD officer and the suspected gunman.

The attacker used an M4 rifle and shot multiple people on the 33rd floor of the building.

Here's a breakdown of what happened:

Attacker: The gunman acted alone, sources said. He was identified as Shane Devon Tamura, 27, from Las Vegas. Tamura is dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He had a “documented mental health history.”

Location: 345 Park Avenue, a high-rise building in Midtown Manhattan.

Date and Time: July 28, 2025, around 6:00 PM.

Weapon: An M4 rifle.

Victims: Five people were killed, including an NYPD officer and the suspected gunman.

Motivations: The investigation is ongoing, and the motive is not yet known.

Details: The shooter called the elevator to the lobby, allowed a woman to leave unharmed, and then proceeded to the 33rd floor, where he began firing. He then shot himself in the chest.

07/22/2025

PROCESS OF OBTAINING A FIREARM LICENSE IN NIGERIA 🇳🇬

Press Release
FPRO Desk

1. Log on to www.npf.gov.ng

2. Click fi****ms license link on the quick-link menu.

3. Click on the link NEW USER to obtain an application ID which will be electronically generated and automatically sent to the E-mail you provided.

4. Complete the Application Process by Login in with email provided and the Application ID generated.

5. Fill the Bio-Data form when logged-in, then enter your details with the instructions outlined on the page.

6. Upload a certified medical report obtained from any government hospital and attestation of good character from two referees.

7. Print out the information submitted then take the Print-out to FCIID in any Police Command for further directives.

8. Upon completion of this procedure, your application shall be processed through the criminal data base of the force and decisions including issuance of the certificate if application is successful shall be conveyed within five working days.

Your application will be fully processed after these steps. Applicants with challenges of processing their application online can go to the State Intelligence Bureau (SIB) within their State Police Command or the FHQ Abuja for support.

https://www.npf.gov.ng/news/details/20

Credit: NPF Website.

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