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US Government Offers $10 Million for Information on Signal and WhatsApp Hackers

The US government is offering a reward of $10 million for information on two Russian state-backed groups involved in hacking popular messaging apps Signal and WhatsApp since at least March.

Editorial StaffJune 29, 20261 min read

In a significant move to combat cyber threats, the US government has announced a reward of $10 million for information leading to the identification of hacking groups targeting Signal and WhatsApp.

This operation, attributed to two groups linked to the Russian state, has reportedly been active since at least March, raising concerns over the security of these widely used messaging platforms.

The incentive reflects ongoing efforts by US authorities to address cybersecurity challenges and protect users from malicious activities associated with these apps.