A UK court sentences a 21-year-old student who created phishing kits that mimicked government, bank, and charity websites, linked to £100M of fraud (Shane Hickey/The Guardian)
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A 21-year-old student in the UK has been sentenced for creating phishing kits used in scams linked to £100 million in fraud. Ollie Holman developed kits that replicated websites of government agencies, banks, and charities. These kits allowed criminals to steal victims' personal information. The court's decision highlights the serious consequences of creating and distributing tools used for online fraud and the significant financial impact such activities can have.