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title: Hackers Steal Data on 8,000 Children from London Nursery Chain
description: Cybercriminals steal data from Kido nursery, demanding ransom and contacting families. Investigations by police and ICO are underway.
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# Hackers Steal Data on 8,000 Children from London Nursery Chain

Cybercriminals steal data from Kido nursery, demanding ransom and contacting families. Investigations by police and ICO are underway.

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Cybercriminals have stolen names, pictures, and addresses of around 8,000 children from Kido nursery chain, which operates 18 sites across London plus locations in the US, India, and China. The hackers are demanding ransom and claim to possess information about parents and carers, plus safeguarding notes. They've even contacted some families by phone as part of their extortion tactics. The Metropolitan Police confirmed receiving a ransomware attack report Thursday, with investigations ongoing through their cyber crime unit. The Information Commissioner's Office is also assessing the incident. This attack adds to a growing list of recent cyber-attacks on major companies, including Co-op's £80m profit hit and JLR's factory shutdowns. **Source:** [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2025/sep/25/cybercriminals-steal-pictures-and-details-of-8000-children-from-nursery-chain)

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