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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...

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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biz.chosun.com · 2026-03-22

Cambodian ring exploits Joonggonara; South Korea launches cyber fraud crackdown

A crime ring based overseas was caught running scams by using a domestic used-goods transaction platform. Police launched a special crackdown on cyber fraud. According to the Korean National Police A...

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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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wfaa.com · 2026-03-22

Dallas police warn of text scam involving Municipal Court | wfaa.com

DALLAS — The Dallas Police Department is warning the public about an ongoing scam involving text messages misleading recipients into providing payments to the Dallas Municipal Court. In a social medi...

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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...

Phishing Scam Awareness

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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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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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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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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fox5dc.com · 2026-03-20

IRS 2026 tax scams: How to avoid the Dirty Dozen fraud schemes this filing season

The Internal Revenue Service has released its annual list of tax schemes to watch for in 2026, warning taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals about the most common and damaging threats circulatin...

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malwarebytes.com · 2026-03-20

Your tax forms sell for $20 on the dark web | Malwarebytes

Tax season is also peak season for identity theft. Criminals use stolen personal data to file fake tax returns and claim refunds before the real taxpayer does. Here’s how the fraud works, and how to p...

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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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kob.com · 2026-03-20

Valencia County Finance Director resigns afterfallingto $2 million scam- KOB.com

VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. – The Valenica County Finance Director who fell for a $2 million email scam has resigned. County officials confirmed the employee resigned on Friday. Valencia County is out mil...

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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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meritalk.com · 2026-03-19

Secret Service, Allies Launch Crypto Scam Crackdown - MeriTalk

The U.S. Secret Service said on Monday it is working with allied-nation law enforcement partners to disrupt fraudsters that are targeting cryptocurrency investors through “approval phishing” scams tha...

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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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wmur.com · 2026-03-19

Police issue warning about 'very-realistic looking' scam targeting New Hampshire residents

Police are warning people about a scam going around in the Greater Manchester Area that involves fake court documents. Manchester Police say it's a 'notice of hearing' which falsely claims the recipi...

Phishing Robocalls / Phone Scams

fox17online.com · 2026-03-19

Got a text from the Secretary of State? Here's why you should pause - FOX 17

CASCADE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A text message claiming to be from the Michigan Secretary of State is making the rounds — and officials say it's a scam. The message reads: "Michigan Secretary of State Offi...

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prnewswire.com · 2026-03-19

Banks Strengthen Mobile Account Opening and Debit Card Controls While Delegated ...

U.S. Bank Continues as Overall Leader in Keynova Group's Mobile Banker Scorecard; Bank of America and U.S. Bank Tie for Top Mobile App WILMINGTON, Del., March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Keynova Group, ...

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myprincegeorgenow.com · 2026-03-19

RCMP give tips to avoid being caught in a badromance- My Prince George Now

The RCMP is warning residents of potential romance scams and sextortion. Police say romance scams and sextortion aren’t new types of fraud, however, the way fraudsters are combining the scams to trap...

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cp24.com · 2026-03-19

Middle Sackville victim loses $300K in Facebookromance scam: N.S. RCMP

Halifax-area police are warning the public about recently reported scams, including one that cost a victim hundreds of thousands of dollars. Police say the person in Middle Sackville lost approximate...

Phishing Robocalls / Phone Scams Scam Awareness

patch.com · 2026-03-19

Pace Women's Justice Center Expert WarnsSeniorsof "Tax Season Traps" and Costly ... - Patch

WHITE PLAINS, NY — March 18, 2026 – With tax filing season now in full swing, the Pace Women’s Justice Center (PWJC) is issuing a critical alert regarding "Tax Season Traps" designed to defraud senior...

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dailyhodl.com · 2026-03-19

PNC Bank Hit With Lawsuit After Allegedly Failing To Protect Customer in ... - The Daily Hodl

A new lawsuit accuses a major US bank of failing to protect an elderly customer from being scammed out of his life savings. The civil complaint, filed in the Superior Court of New Jersey, says that t...

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wypr.org · 2026-03-19

National email scams trikes Frederick County residents | WYPR

As the week came to a close last Friday, two Frederick County residents were in for a rude awakening. They each had received emails containing personal information relating to land-use or rezoning per...

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korabelov.info · 2026-03-19

Kept her savings and lost 175000: a woman in Mykolaivfellvictim to phone scammers

In Mykolaiv a 35-year-old local resident fell victim to a telephone scam and lost 175 thousand hryvnias, the regional police reported. According to law enforcement, an unknown person called the woman...

Phishing Robocalls / Phone Scams Financial Crime

cryptorank.io · 2026-03-18

U.S., U.K., and Canada Launch Operation Atlantic to Crack Down on Crypto Scams - CryptoRank

Share: The law enforcement agencies from three countries have started Operation Atlantic, an organized effort to disrupt crypto-related scams, dismantle fraud networks, and boost cross-border operati...

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ambcrypto.com · 2026-03-18

UK, US, Canada launch Operation Atlantic to fight crypto scams: Report - AMBCrypto

For years, crypto fraud was linked to hackers stealing funds that seemed to vanish on the blockchain. Now, that perception is changing. Three countries have joined forces to stop scams in real time. ...

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mexc.com · 2026-03-18

US, UK, and Canada have launched a major joint effort to stop organized crypto fraud networks

The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada have launched a program called Operation Atlantic that specifically targets approval phishing attacks. The collaboration begins on a very complicated...

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wtvr.com · 2026-03-18

Scam Alert: Residents warned of scam text with fake Richmond violation letter - WTVR.com

RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond's Commonwealth's Attorney is warning residents about a scam text message circulating that includes a fake court letter demanding payment for a parking or toll violation. The ...

Phishing Robocalls / Phone Scams

cnet.com · 2026-03-18

Google, Meta and Amazon Join Global Pact to Fight Rising Online Scams- CNET

Modern online scams operate across multiple platforms, perhaps spanning social media, messaging apps, email and online marketplaces. Google, Meta and Amazon are among 11 tech, retail and payments comp...

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hsvvoice.com · 2026-03-18

Be alert, be wary, avoidelder fraud- Hot Springs Village Voice

Fraud against elderly victims can drain life savings in moments, and can even lead to loss of life. Always be alert. Fraudsters seem like nice people. Others are family members or friends. They have ...

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bgr.com · 2026-03-18

The FBI Warns Americans To Avoid Scanning These QR Codes - BGR

QR codes are built into the modern internet experience. You point your phone at the square with a strange pattern, and it'll load a website on your phone, which will offer specific information. But yo...

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ctpost.com · 2026-03-18

Romance scammers used CT bank accounts to siphon millions from victims, feds say

Stock image. Federal authorities say two men conspired in romance scams and other frauds that funneled millions of dollars through Connecticut addresses and bank accounts. Scammers using Connecticut-...

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nhregister.com · 2026-03-18

Romance scammers used CT bank accounts to siphon millions from victims, feds say

Stock image. Federal authorities say two men conspired in romance scams and other frauds that funneled millions of dollars through Connecticut addresses and bank accounts. Scammers using Connecticut-...

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henricocitizen.com · 2026-03-18

Savvy Senior: Top senior scams and how to avoid them - Henrico Citizen

Dear Savvy Senior,My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now?--Almost 80 Dear Alm...

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wric.com · 2026-03-18

Why are fraud scams tough to solve? | WRIC ABC 8News

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Each year, Virginians lose millions of dollars to scammers. The outcome is not only frustrating for victims, but for law enforcement, who face several challenges investiga...

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kslnewsradio.com · 2026-03-18

Tax scams are on the rise. Here's what to know - KSLNewsRadio

Mar 16, 2026, 6:00 AM | Updated: 9:19 pm FILE - The Internal Revenue Service 1040 tax form for 2022 is seen on April 17, 2023. (Jon Elswick, File, AP Photo) (Jon Elswick, File, AP Photo) BY CORA LE...

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yahoo.com · 2026-03-18

Emails detail how Valencia County Finance Directorfellfor $2M email scam- Yahoo

VALENCIA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a shocking $2 million mistake, and many people online have been questioning how Valencia County’s Finance Director fell for an email scam, giving millions of taxp...

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wral.com · 2026-03-17

Tax scams are on the rise. Here's what to know - WRAL

NEW YORK (AP) — Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial intelligence likely increasing fraud attempts, according to the c...

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chicagotribune.com · 2026-03-17

Tax scams are on the rise. Here's what to know. - Chicago Tribune

NEW YORK — Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial intelligence likely increasing fraud attempts, according to the consum...

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engadget.com · 2026-03-17

Tech companies are teaming up to combat scammers- Engadget

A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, Adobe, Levi Strauss...

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aol.com · 2026-03-17

'My mother was tricked by a fraudster pretending to be David Attenborough and gave them ...

Who the hell are you? I don’t recognise you as my mother.” Diane’s son Jim* stormed into her home on a Sunday morning. He had just learnt that she was six months into a relationship with a fraudster ...

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