In a bold move against cybercrime, Google has launched a series of lawsuits targeting alleged cybercriminals linked to massive text message phishing scams. The technology giant has identified a China-based group as the mastermind behind a scheme that has reportedly compromised up to 115 million U.S. credit cards and generated over $1 billion in fraud. With a dual strategy that includes litigation and legislative efforts, Google aims to dismantle the ‘Lighthouse’ phishing network that operates with a ‘phishing-as-a-service’ model, making it easier for criminals to execute their scams globally. This initiative not only seeks to hold the alleged hackers accountable but also to establish a legal framework that can better protect consumers from fraudulent activities perpetrated through alarming E-ZPass and USPS scam texts.