Two young hackers have been sentenced to five and a half years each after launching a devastating cyber-attack on Transport for London's network, gaining what investigators called the "keys to the kingdom" to the heart of the capital's transport system.

Thalha Jubair, 20, and Owen Flowers, 19, orchestrated the attack that cost TfL £39 million in damages and disruption. The successful prosecution demonstrates that even sophisticated cyber-criminals face serious legal consequences, offering a bright spot in the ongoing battle to protect critical infrastructure. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Justice in cyberspace is improving—law enforcement is getting better at tracking down and prosecuting digital criminals who target essential services.