Pakistan’s National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), in collaboration with Interpol and the Singapore Police Force, has dismantled the international cybercrime network known as Tycoon2FA, in an operation targeting a global phishing syndicate.
According to officials, the network had targeted victims in several countries, including Pakistan and Singapore. Two key suspects linked to the international cybercrime operation were arrested in Islamabad during an intelligence-led operation.
Investigators said the suspects allegedly supplied phishing software and sophisticated cyber tools to criminal groups operating across multiple countries. The network is also accused of using fake identities and encrypted communication systems to conceal its activities and evade law enforcement agencies.
Authorities further alleged that members of the group impersonated Singapore police officers to deceive members of the public as part of phishing and online fraud schemes.
The operation was conducted under the leadership of NCCIA Director General Syed Khurram Ali Shah, while raids were supervised by Punjab Director Muhammad Ali Waseem. Officials said digital evidence and electronic devices were seized during the operation and are being examined as part of the investigation.
The Singapore Police Force commended the NCCIA for its timely intelligence sharing and operational cooperation, describing the collaboration as instrumental in dismantling the international cybercrime network.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi congratulated the NCCIA on what he described as a major national achievement. He said the dismantling of the Tycoon2FA network demonstrated Pakistan’s firm commitment to combating cybercrime and had further strengthened the country’s reputation in global cybersecurity cooperation.
The minister added that the successful operation marked another significant milestone in Pakistan’s efforts to enhance international cooperation against transnational cybercrime.
