DA investigator David Berry said the team helped federal and Canadian authorities navigate the intricacies of what is known as a “SIM swap” hack.
Some SIM swap cases involve illegal insider access, though many intruders will comb through a person’s social media profile or use phishing emails to get answers to security questions.
The surge of tips may have been influenced by the international reputation — and in some circles, notoriety — the team has garnered for its cryptocurrency investigations.