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nbcnews.com · 2026-05-12

Fake Trump and Oprah ads fuel a wave of Medicare scams on Facebook, report says

# Summary Scammers are exploiting Facebook and Instagram by repeatedly purchasing ads that target seniors with fake Medicare offers, using deepfakes and images of celebrities like Trump and Oprah to lure victims into sharing personal data or enrolling in fraudulent programs. A report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate found that 30 active scam accounts generated 215 million ad impressions over the past year, with 73% reaching users over 65, and estimated scammers spent approximately $12.4-$14.3 million on these ads. Meta faces criticism and multiple lawsuits for inadequately removing scam ads and allowing near-identical ads to reappear after being taken down

foxbusiness.com · 2026-05-05

Officials warn of banking spoof callers draining customers' accounts

# Summary Banking spoof callers are impersonating legitimate financial institutions and law enforcement to trick customers into moving their money to fake "secured" accounts, with the FBI warning this is a growing problem. Two victims—Chase customer Jennifer Lichthardt who lost $40,000 and Huntington Bank customer Susie Allgood who lost $5,000—were convinced to transfer funds by scammers who had obtained their personal account information. Banks and the FTC urge customers to never transfer money in response to unsolicited calls or messages claiming to protect their accounts, as legitimate financial institutions do not make such requests.

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foxbusiness.com · 2026-04-24

Vance task force reveals Biden admin 'protected' 562K pandemic loans in $22.2B suspected fraud scheme

# Summary The Trump administration's SBA has referred 562,000 suspected fraudulent pandemic-era loans totaling $22.2 billion to the Treasury for collections and referred borrowers to the Department of Justice. The loans, primarily from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and COVID Economic Injury Disaster loan programs, were flagged during the Biden administration but were not previously referred for debt collection. The referrals are part of Vice President JD Vance's White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud efforts to recover taxpayer funds and hold fraudsters accountable.

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cbsnews.com · 2026-04-23

Victim has "nothing left" as AI fuels a surge in crypto fraud schemes

# Summary A 73-year-old former occupational therapist, Kyle Holder, lost her entire life savings of $300,000 to a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam that used artificial intelligence and social engineering over a three-month period starting in December 2024. A scammer posing as a friendly investment coach named "Niamh" built trust with Holder through WhatsApp before manipulating her into transferring funds across multiple crypto wallets. Holder's case is part of a larger trend in 2025 where Americans lost an estimated $20 billion to cyber theft, with over half involving cryptocurrency.

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foxbusiness.com · 2026-04-16

Suspects convicted for insurance fraud after staging costume bear attacks in luxury vehicles caught on camera

# Summary Three Los Angeles-area residents were convicted of insurance fraud for staging fake bear attacks on luxury vehicles using a person in a bear costume to collect insurance payouts. The scheme, which targeted at least three high-end vehicles (a Rolls-Royce Ghost, Mercedes G63 AMG, and Mercedes E350) on January 28, 2024, resulted in $141,839 in losses to insurance companies. The perpetrators were sentenced to 180 days in jail and two years of supervised probation, with a fourth suspect awaiting trial.

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foxbusiness.com · 2026-04-10

Beware of these tax scams as the filing deadline approaches, Congress warns

# Summary Congress's Joint Economic Committee warns that as the April 15 tax filing deadline approaches, scammers are increasingly targeting taxpayers through IRS imposter scams via phone, email, and text using spoofed caller IDs, as well as fraudulent tax preparer schemes. Approximately one in four Americans have fallen victim to tax season scams, which have become more sophisticated with the use of AI and deepfake technology. The committee advises taxpayers to verify communications directly with the IRS at 800-829-1040, avoid clicking suspicious links or QR codes, and be wary of tax preparers demanding high upfront fees or guaranteeing large refunds.

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foxbusiness.com · 2026-03-26

Dr. Oz warns foreign nationals may be tied to US hospice fraud, points to LA as hotspot

# Summary CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz warned that foreign nationals, including members of Russian organized crime, may be operating fraudulent hospice schemes, with an estimated 1,000 of Los Angeles County's approximately 2,000 hospices potentially involved in fraud. California Governor Gavin Newsom's office disputed the claims, citing that the state has revoked over 280 hospice licenses in the past two years, has a moratorium on new licenses since 2021, and has brought 109 criminal charges and 24 civil fraud cases through its multi-agency task force. The dispute has escalated into legal action, with Newsom filing a civil rights complaint against Oz

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theguardian.com · 2026-03-22

Friendship fraud: warnings of rise in 'insidious' scam targeting older people - The Guardian

Fraudsters exploit isolation and search for human contact to often devastating effect. These are steps you can take to avoid them As you have got older, retirement has left you with more time on your...

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tvmnews.mt · 2026-03-22

Scams cost victims hundreds of thousands as Authorities urge caution - TVMnews.mt

Aqra bil- Malti The Malta Bankers’ Association and the Central Bank of Malta, in collaboration with various other entities and authorities, organised an informative seminar aimed at raising public a...

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aol.com · 2026-03-22

Google Impersonation Scams Soar As Fraudsters Target Personal Data - AOL.com

A message that appears to come from Google might look legitimate at first glance. It could also be a scam designed to steal your personal information. Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating Go...

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en.sedaily.com · 2026-03-22

Foreign Crime Ring Infiltrates Korean Secondhand Market; Police Launch Crackdown

A Cambodia-based criminal organization has been caught running scams on a domestic secondhand trading platform. Police have announced a seven-month intensive crackdown on such financial crimes and org...

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stl.news · 2026-03-22

FBI Executes Search at Hollywood Estate Linked to $17.4 MillionElderlyMortgageFraud...

FBI Executes Raids in High-Stakes Mortgage Fraud Case In a dramatic turn of events, the FBI conducted a series of raids on a Hollywood mansion linked to a sophisticated $17.4 million elderly mortgage...

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northeasttimes.com · 2026-03-22

Scam Awareness Fair forseniors- Northeast Times

By State Sen. Joe Picozzi (R-5th dist.) and the 8th Police District will hold a Scam Awareness Seminar for seniors on Wednesday, April 8, at 11:45 a.m. at St. Katherine of Siena parish hall, 9700 Fra...

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bigislandnow.com · 2026-03-22

Kona community policing to host March 24 Captain Cook meeting forseniors

Photo Credit: Hawaiʻi Police Department The Kona community policing section of the Hawaiʻi Police Department will hold a Kūpuna Watch meeting on March 24 in Captain Cook. The free event for seniors i...

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uk.news.yahoo.com · 2026-03-22

Blackburn son 'lost mum's life savings' afterfallingfor WhatsApp scam- Yahoo News UK

A young man from Blackburn has opened up about how he was conned out of his mum's life savings by a WhatsApp scam. Tanvir fell victim to the swindle after he applied for a job with a cryptocurrency a...

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thetravel.com · 2026-03-22

U.S. Tourists Warned Of Overpaying In "Entry" Scam At Popular Caribbean Destination

Located in the Caribbean between the islands of Anguilla and St. Bart’s, St. Maarten is a constituent country of the Netherlands. A vacation destination known for its picturesque beaches, breathtaking...

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odaily.news · 2026-03-22

Hong Kong Police Reveal Retiree Falls Victim to "Cryptocurrency Expert" Scam Three Times ...

Odaily News Hong Kong police's Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB) "CyberDefender" has disclosed a cryptocurrency fraud case. A 66-year-old retiree fell victim to a "cryptocurrency inve...

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techflowpost.com · 2026-03-22

Hong Kong Police Reveal That a Retiree Was Scammed HK$6.6 Million in Six Months After ...

TechFlow News: On March 21, according to a report by the Hong Kong Wen Wei Po, the Cybercrime Division of the Hong Kong Police Force’s “Cyber Guardians” unit disclosed a cryptocurrency fraud case in w...

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yahoo.com · 2026-03-21

Ruskin woman nearly loses $1.75 million to sophisticated scam- Yahoo

A Tampa Bay-area senior narrowly avoided losing $1.75 million after falling victim to a sophisticated bank impersonation scam, according to officials. The Ruskin customer attempted to wire the money ...

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floridabar.org · 2026-03-21

Business Law Section launches 'Be $.M.A.R.T.' initiative to help seniors avoid scams

Judge Lori Vaughan: 'As you can imagine, a big portion of our presentation is how to recognize and avoid financial scams; they’re everywhere now. I feel like every time we identify something and get t...

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wyomingnews.com · 2026-03-21

$43 million lost to scammers in Wyoming in 2024 | Local News | wyomingnews.com

A large “beware of scams” sign on display at a gift card aisle in a store. SARATOGA — In 2024, Wyoming residents lost $43 million to scams, Bank of Commerce and CEO Copper France told Saratoga senior...

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buffalobulletin.com · 2026-03-21

$43 Million Lost to Scammers in Wyoming in 2024 | News | buffalobulletin.com

SARATOGA — In 2024, Wyoming residents lost $43 million to scams, Bank of Commerce and CEO Copper France told Saratoga seniors last week. “You’re not alone,” he said. “Just understand that we’re here...

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mashable.com · 2026-03-21

AdultFriendFinder profiles: 3 tips to sort legit from fake | Mashable

Fake dating accounts have always been the bane of online dating, but with ubiquitous and cheap generative AI now able to falsify photos, videos, and profile bios, and even plausibly mimic a human in a...

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thebostonpilot.com · 2026-03-21

Staying safe with online banking: Practical tips to protect financial wellbeing - The Boston Pilot

Online banking has become an increasingly common tool for managing personal finances. For many older adults, the ability to review account balances, pay bills, and transfer funds without traveling to ...

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wpbf.com · 2026-03-21

Fake product recall scams are rising; Here's how to spot the warning signs - WPBF

Whether it's a child car seat, kitchen appliance, or lawn tool, recall notices warn you of a potential safety risk. Now there's a new warning from Consumer Reports: scammers are trying to trick you wi...

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cp24.com · 2026-03-21

These are the top 3 scams you should watch out for online

March is Fraud Prevention Month, and the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is working to ensure people have the tools to avoid falling victim. BBB regional director Vikta Paulo told CTV Your Morning Ottaw...

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latimes.com · 2026-03-21

Tax scams are on the rise. Here's what to know - Los Angeles Times

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Robocalls, texts and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared with previous years, with arti...

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nbcchicago.com · 2026-03-21

Cook County officials warn of scam texts with 'hearing notice' - NBC 5 Chicago

You’re watching the NBC 5 Chicago News streaming channel, which plays local Chicago news 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can find the “NBC 5 Chicago News” streaming channel on your phone or com...

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timesnownews.com · 2026-03-21

Love, Trade & Betrayal: Lucknow Teacher Duped inPig-Butchering Scam; Life Savings Wiped Out

Lucknow has reported its first pig-butchering scam, where a government schoolteacher was cheated of Rs 49 lakh by a woman he met on an online matrimonial app. The accused allegedly approached on the o...

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mexc.com · 2026-03-21

FBI Issues Warning Over Fake 'FBI Tokens' on Tron Network | MEXC News

The New York division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued an emergency alert to crypto users after a scam campaign on the Tron blockchain circulated fraudulent “FBI tokens” claiming ...

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news4jax.com · 2026-03-21

Staff,fraudalert helped stop allegedelderexploitation scheme | Tips to protect your loved ones

A fraud alert and quick action by bank employees helped stop what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says was an attempt to exploit a 79-year-old man from Middleburg into withdrawing over $10,000. Poli...

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kucoin.com · 2026-03-21

80-Year-Old U.S. Investor Loses $285,000 in Scam, Sues Charles Schwab | KuCoin

BlockBeats report: On March 20, according to Business Insider, 80-year-old New York investor George Chryssanthou fell victim to a phishing scam, losing approximately $285,000. The scammers gained remo...

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stimson.org · 2026-03-20

Breaking Silos to Beat Scams: Why Holistic Law Enforcement Matters - Stimson Center

In March 2026, Cyber Program Director Allison Pytlak and Southeast Asia Program Deputy Director Courtney Weatherby convened experts from Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, the Philippines, and other ASEAN count...

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fox10tv.com · 2026-03-20

Tax scams surge as AI makes impersonation easier, experts warn - FOX10 News

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Scammers are finding new ways to target victims as more people file their taxes, and experts say the tactics are becoming more advanced. Beth Smiley with EZTaxRefund$ says she s...

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wowt.com · 2026-03-20

Douglas County Sheriff: scammers post fake ads to discredit Bitcoin ATM warning stickers

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Scammers are now posting fake social media ads featuring a deepfake police officer image in an attempt to discredit warning stickers placed on Bitcoin ATM machines across the Omah...

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nypost.com · 2026-03-20

7 Gold IRA scams and red flags you can spot in 5 minutes

Investors have flocked to gold IRAs to diversify their retirement savings as the asset soared well above $5,000 an ounce — but with that surge in popularity comes a wave of bad actors who have no busi...

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iheart.com · 2026-03-20

Amy Nofziger -Romance Scams- Doug Wagner Morning Show - iHeart

Doug Wagner Morning Show • iHeart Amy Nofziger - Romance Scams - Doug Wagner Morning Show Doug Wagner Morning Show New AARP research shows nearly one in ten adults age 50 and older have been targeted ...

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wtsp.com · 2026-03-20

Ruskin woman nearly loses $1.75 million to sophisticated scam | wtsp.com

To stream 10 Tampa Bay on your phone, you need the 10 Tampa Bay app. Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video TAMP...

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mylondon.news · 2026-03-20

'Romance scammer' pretending to be gay stole over £28000 through dating apps

Thomas Gooden convinced three men using dating apps to give him over £28,000 (Image: City of London Police) A man who 'defrauded' three men out of more than £28,000 after pretending to be in romantic...

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globaldatinginsights.com · 2026-03-20

Sequel App Gains Traction Due To SeniorDating Scam Prevention - Global Dating Insights

Sequel, a dating app designed exclusively for singles aged 50 and older, is gaining attention in for its approach to user safety and trust. Marketed as the first senior-focused platform to adopt a str...

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pressherald.com · 2026-03-20

Maine may spare some scam victims from paying taxes on losses

Maine is poised to stop collecting income tax on money stolen from victims of certain types of scams under legislation that moved forward Thursday with strong bipartisan support. LD 714 would align s...

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news4jax.com · 2026-03-20

Fraudalert, bank staff helped stop allegedelderexploitation scheme at VyStar - News4JAX

Chris Will, News4JAX reporter, Jacksonville JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A fraud alert and quick action by bank employees helped stop what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says was an attempt to exploit a 7...

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prnewswire.com · 2026-03-20

Adaptive Security Launches Free Training to Protect Older Adults From AI Scams

LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Adaptive Security, the leading provider of AI-powered social engineering prevention solutions, today launched free public training resources designed to hel...

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fallriverreporter.com · 2026-03-20

Dominican national appears in Massachusetts court for alleged role in scam... - Fall River Reporter

BOSTON – A Dominican national has been extradited to the United States for his alleged role in a transnational “call center” operation in the Dominican Republic that tricked hundreds of elderly victim...

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chathamvoice.com · 2026-03-20

Beware the 'Grandparent Scam' - The Chatham Voice

CK Crime Stoppers is reminding residents to stay alert to the “Grandparent Scam,” a fraud tactic that continues to target older adults and vulnerable community members through urgent and emotional pho...

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foxbusiness.com · 2026-03-19

IRS warns Americans to beware of dangerous new scams this tax season

The IRS released its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for the 2026 filing season, warning taxpayers about emerging fraud tactics including phishing emails with fake IRS websites, AI-powered phone scams with spoofed caller IDs, and fake charities exploiting disasters. Criminals are using stolen personal information to access IRS accounts, spreading viral "tax hack" misinformation on social media, and impersonating IRS officials to steal sensitive data and personal identifiable information. The IRS reminds taxpayers that it typically contacts by mail first and urges them to remain vigilant, report suspicious communications, and avoid clicking links from unsolicited messages.

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nypost.com · 2026-03-19

Tax scams on the rise as April 15 approaches, IRS warns: Here are the 'dirty dozen' hoaxes to avoid

In the midst of tax season, with the April 15 deadline quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service is warning taxpayers about scammers out to rip you off. Scams tend to spike during tax filing ...

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foxnews.com · 2026-03-19

Genealogy boom exposes personal data scammers can exploit - Fox News

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. Millions of Americans are digging into their roots. Genealogy has quietly become one of the fastest-growing hobbies in...

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kiro7.com · 2026-03-19

FBI warns of rapidly developing AI financial scams – KIRO 7 News Seattle

FBI officials at the Seattle Field Office say there is a concerning trend among financial scams: artificial intelligence components. Seattle Special Agent in Charge Mark Herrington tells us that in W...

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bbc.com · 2026-03-19

Warning over rise in fake £20 'prop money' scams- BBC

Police have urged the public to be vigilant after a rise in reports of counterfeit money in circulation in South Yorkshire. Officers received more than 25 reports of people and businesses being scamm...

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