The U.S. Secret Service dismantled a massive network of SIM farms in New York City, containing over 100,000 active SIM cards. This sophisticated operation, possibly run by nation-state actors, could have caused widespread cellular network disruption similar to post-9/11 blackouts. The SIM farms, used for bulk messaging and calls in scams, were located near the UN, raising concerns about potential espionage or communication interception. The investigation is ongoing, with no arrests yet made.

Prepared by Jonathan Pierce and reviewed by editorial team.