Sextortion and sexual blackmail scams

Multiple users across different platforms received extortion emails and messages threatening to release alleged intimate content or claiming unauthorized access to webcams, typically demanding cryptocurrency payment. The scams employ old leaked passwords to establish false credibility and pressure victims into paying within specific timeframes.

This is a long-running storyline that has developed over 16 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.