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New Ransomware Group Targets Global Industries, 17 Victims

7/16/2025

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A new ransomware-as-a-service operation, GLOBAL GROUP, has emerged, wreaking havoc since June 2025. Targeting industries in Australia, Brazil, Europe, and the U.S., this group employs initial access brokers and AI-powered negotiation tactics. By July 14, 2025, they had already claimed 17 victims, raising alarms across multiple sectors.

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Story summary

A new ransomware-as-a-service operation, GLOBAL GROUP, has emerged, wreaking havoc since June 2025. Targeting industries in Australia, Brazil, Europe, and the U.S., this group employs initial access brokers and AI-powered negotiation tactics. By July 14, 2025, they had already claimed 17 victims, raising alarms across multiple sectors.