DEVELOPING: Hack Exposes Children's Personal Data, Parents Warned to Take Immediate Action

BREAKING: Hack Exposes Children's Personal Data, Parents Warned to Take Immediate Action A gang of cyber criminals has stolen the personal data of around 8,000 children from the Kido nursery chain, including names, pictures, and addresses. The hackers are using this sensitive information to demand a ransom from the company. The affected nurseries have 18 sites in and around London, with additional locations in the US and India. An employee at one of the nurseries confirmed that they had been notified of a data breach, and parents have started receiving emails from the hackers. Kido has not commented on the incident yet, but an employee said the nursery was asking parents not to speak to the media. Some parents have spoken to the BBC, however, expressing concern about their children's safety. The hackers claim to also have information about the children's parents and carers, as well as safeguarding notes. This has raised concerns among experts that the data could be used for malicious purposes. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. Parents are advised to take immediate action by contacting their nursery and reporting any suspicious activity. Developing Story Disclaimer: This article is based on confirmed facts and reports from sources close to the incident. We will continue to update this story as new information emerges. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*