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The National Crime Agency (NCA) has shut down the ‘Russian Coms’ platform used by criminals to defraud victims around the world. The platform is thought to be responsible for 1.8 million scam calls and tens of millions of financial loss. The platform provided a means for criminals to hide their identities and appear to call from genuine financial institutions, telecommunications companies and law enforcement agencies. Three individuals were arrested by the NCA, two of which are believed to be behind the creation and development of the platform.
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