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forbes.com
· 2025-12-08
Job scams are increasingly sophisticated and targeting vulnerable job seekers, particularly in tight labor markets like the U.K. which had 904,000 vacancies in May 2024. Experts warn job hunters to avoid offers with vague descriptions, too-good-to-be-true promises, suspicious website URLs, poor communication quality, unsolicited job offers through social media, and any listings requiring upfront payments.
ksl.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau Mountain West launched the Scam Survival Toolkit to help Utah residents who have fallen victim to fraud, including imposter scams, romance scams, identity theft, and compromised devices. The toolkit provides tailored recovery guidance and action plans specific to each type of scam, offering resources for financial recovery, device security, mental health support, and bill payment assistance. The program aims to connect fraud survivors with practical resources and reduce feelings of isolation after victimization.
news-leader.com
· 2025-12-08
Emergency scams, often targeting grandparents, involve fraudsters impersonating loved ones via phone, text, or voicemail to request urgent money for emergencies. Newer versions use AI-generated messages and voice cloning to increase authenticity, making these scams harder to detect. The article advises verifying requests by calling the person directly, protecting social media information, trusting your instincts about suspicious requests, and refusing to send money through untraceable methods like wire transfers or cryptocurrency.
theturtleislandnews.com
· 2025-12-08
An individual in Brant County, Ontario fell victim to a romance scam that began on a dating application in April 2024, where a scammer built trust over several weeks before convincing them to invest in cryptocurrency. The victim made multiple transfers to a cryptocurrency account but was unable to recover any funds, as the scammer employed tactics such as changing phone numbers and creating new social media profiles to maintain the deception. The Brant County OPP is warning the public to exercise caution when meeting individuals online and to be skeptical of requests to switch communication platforms or invest in cryptocurrency.
ksltv.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau Mountain West has launched the Scam Survival Kit, a toolkit designed to help scam victims access recovery resources tailored to their specific type of fraud, including identity theft, romance scams, phishing, and compromised devices. The toolkit provides step-by-step recovery plans for various situations—such as recovering fraudulently transferred funds, securing compromised devices, managing financial hardship, and accessing mental health support—to help survivors feel less isolated and connect them with available assistance.
koaa.com
· 2025-12-08
Colorado Springs police report that scams are increasingly catching seniors due to both the volume of daily attempts and seniors' particular vulnerability to emotional manipulation. Victims lose anywhere from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars, with romance scams proving especially devastating—one woman lost her life by suicide after being defrauded of thousands of dollars monthly by a romance scammer posing as her fiancé. Experts identify key red flags including requests for non-traditional payment methods (gift cards, cryptocurrency, direct bank transfers) and note that seniors' generation-based tendency to trust authority figures, combined with isolation and loneliness, makes them prime targets for scammers posing as law enforcement, banks, or tech companies.
wlwt.com
· 2025-12-08
Kenton County Sheriff's Office is warning of a phone scam where callers threaten arrest for unpaid fines and claim a judge has issued a "gag order" preventing victims from reporting the call to officials. The scam has affected residents in Northern Kentucky, with one woman recently losing $9,000; law enforcement emphasized they will never call about fines or warrants and never demand payment via cash, check, gift cards, credit cards, or cryptocurrency.
valleybreeze.com
· 2025-12-08
The IRS issued a warning about rising impersonation scams targeting seniors, where fraudsters pose as government officials to steal personal information and money through phone calls, emails, and texts. Scammers pressure victims into immediate payments via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency by fabricating urgent scenarios like fake tax debts or promises of refunds, often using spoofed caller IDs to appear legitimate. The IRS advises seniors to hang up on unexpected calls claiming to be from the agency and verify contact directly at 800-829-1040 rather than using numbers provided by callers.
observernews.net
· 2025-12-08
Florida's Senate Bill 556, effective January 1, 2025, authorizes banks to delay suspicious transactions and notify designated contacts when they suspect financial exploitation of seniors (65+) and vulnerable adults, providing legal protection for banks acting in good faith. The law was championed by South Hillsborough residents Jeff Merry and Kim Droege in response to widespread financial fraud, with FBI data showing that over 8,100 Floridians aged 60+ lost nearly $294 million to scams in the prior year. The bipartisan legislation, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis on June 28, 2024, aims to give financial institutions tools to intervene before victims suffer losses.
wicz.com
· 2025-12-08
A Binghamton resident fell victim to a tech support scam after clicking a malicious pop-up claiming a virus was present on their computer; the scammer, posing as a Microsoft employee, gained remote access and over several months manipulated the victim into transferring a significant amount of money from investment accounts through cryptocurrency platforms. Binghamton Police are investigating and remind residents to contact authorities or their bank before transferring funds or granting computer access, as these scams often involve international networks and explicit instructions to keep transfers secret.
sinardaily.my
· 2025-12-08
The National Scam Awareness Survey 2024 in Malaysia found that 73 percent of 10,893 respondents had experienced some form of scam, indicating a significant gap between awareness and resilience—respondents know scam risks but fail to adopt preventive measures. Key vulnerabilities include only half blocking scammers' phone numbers, less than a third reporting incidents to family or friends, and susceptibility to scammers impersonating authority figures like tax officers or police. The survey revealed that younger adults earning under RM3,000 monthly and those with higher education/income levels were notably targeted, suggesting scammers exploit both financial desperation and educated demographics.
npnewsmm.com
· 2025-12-08
Online scams are escalating in Myanmar by exploiting socio-economic hardship, with fraudsters using increasingly sophisticated methods including fake lottery wins, investment schemes promising high returns (sometimes up to 100%), stock market manipulation, and fake job ads. A 56-year-old housewife lost approximately 6 million kyats after initially investing 200,000 kyats in a scheme involving fake websites, Facebook pages, and in-person meetings that created false legitimacy. Anti-fraud experts note that lack of public education and scammers' constant adaptation of tactics—including use of foreign images, fake accounts, and deepfake technology—are enabling these crimes to proliferate.
fox13news.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old Bradenton woman lost nearly $24,000 in a sheriff's impersonation scam after receiving a spoofed call claiming she had missed court; scammers directed her to deposit funds into cryptocurrency ATMs at local stores. The Bradenton Police Department's Elder Fraud Unit is investigating the case, which adds to $2.3 million in losses already reported by victims over 60 in the city this year. Police recommend verifying calls by hanging up and contacting law enforcement directly, avoiding cryptocurrency transfers, and using bank security features like two-factor authentication.
cfpublic.org
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud is surging nationwide, costing seniors $3.4 billion annually, with investment scams and cryptocurrency schemes driving dramatic increases in losses. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office formed a dedicated financial fraud unit and launched awareness campaigns, including a screening of the movie "Thelma" that depicted a grandparent falling victim to an impersonation scam—a con that mirrors real schemes targeting seniors' trust and assets. In Volusia County alone, seniors lost approximately $4.6 million over the past year, with detectives recovering only $760,000 of the nearly 575 reported fraud cases.
mysuncoast.com
· 2025-12-08
A Bradenton woman lost nearly $24,000 in a scam where she was falsely told she had missed a federal court date and needed to pay a fine or face arrest; the scammer directed her to deposit money into cryptocurrency ATMs. The Bradenton Police Department's Elder Fraud Unit warns that legitimate law enforcement will never demand payment via cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or gift cards, and advises victims to hang up and contact police directly.
app.com
· 2025-12-08
A 74-year-old New Jersey resident and other seniors attended an educational event about protecting themselves from identity theft and online scams, which have become increasingly prevalent in their demographic. According to FBI data, over 101,000 people aged 60 and older reported fraud in 2023, resulting in $3.4 billion in losses—an 11% increase from the previous year. Experts advise seniors to protect themselves by using strong passwords, shredding sensitive documents, never sharing personal information, and recognizing urgency tactics as warning signs of scams.
idahocountyfreepress.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, seniors lost $3.4 billion to scams—an 11% increase from 2022—with common schemes including romance fraud, fake tech support, cryptocurrency conversion, and investment scams. The Idaho Attorney General and FBI provide educational resources and warning signs (unexpected contact, pressure to act quickly, requests for untraceable payments, demands for secrecy, and too-good-to-be-true offers) to help seniors identify fraud. Victims are encouraged to report incidents to local police, the FTC, FBI's IC3, or U.S. Postal Inspection Service despite shame or embarrassment, as reporting is critical to combating senior fraud.
prnewswire.com
· 2025-12-08
Telehealth fraud, identified as the New York StateWide Senior Action Council's Medicare Fraud of the Month for July 2024, typically involves telemarketers obtaining seniors' Medicare information, paying providers to sign unnecessary orders without proper patient interaction, and submitting false claims to Medicare and Medicaid for durable medical equipment, lab services, or pharmaceuticals. The Council advises seniors to schedule telehealth appointments directly with their providers, guard their Medicare cards, reject unsolicited offers for free services, and review billing statements for suspicious charges, with Medicare fraud estimated to cost taxpayers over $60 billion nationally per year.
levittownnow.com
· 2025-12-08
Pennsylvania House Bill 2064, sponsored by State Representative Joe Hogan, passed the House with bipartisan support (152-49 votes) and is headed to the Senate. The legislation aims to protect seniors from financial exploitation by requiring financial institutions and fiduciaries to report suspected abuse, temporarily halt suspicious transactions, and share information with area agencies on aging, while granting them immunity from liability. According to Hogan, tens of thousands of dollars are lost weekly to scams and fraud in Bucks County alone, making this decade-long legislative effort critical to safeguarding seniors' assets.
wsfa.com
· 2025-12-08
The FTC reported that government impersonation scams cost Americans $2.7 billion last year, with a 90% surge in cash payments to scammers between 2022 and 2023, with median losses reaching $14,740 per victim. Scammers pose as federal agencies (FTC, IRS, SSA, FBI) via texts and emails to demand cash payments, which are preferred by criminals because they leave no paper trail. The FTC and partnering federal agencies warn that legitimate government agencies never request money or personal information via text or social media, and urge victims to report scams at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
gbc.gi
· 2025-12-08
Not suitable for Elderus database summary. This article is primarily about a religious appointment (Charles Azzopardi's installation as Gibraltar's Bishop) and only briefly mentions fraud statistics. While it does contain relevant fraud information about 18 suspected cases targeting NatWest and Gibraltar International Bank customers with over £1.5 million reported stolen, the main news focus is not on elder fraud or abuse, making it outside the scope of an elder fraud research database.
vinepair.com
· 2025-12-08
This article discusses various scams perpetrated by bartenders and servers against their employers and establishments, including schemes such as reselling personal inventory for profit, reprinting old receipts to pocket customer payments, submitting fraudulent gift card tips that later bounce, and purchasing discounted drinks without making them to resell at full price later. The article highlights that workplace fraud in the hospitality industry is more common than many realize, with employees exploiting gaps in payment systems and inventory tracking to steal thousands of dollars monthly.
staffordshire.gov.uk
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Staffordshire consumers are being warned of increased fraud risks as criminals leverage AI technology, including deepfakes, voice cloning, and phishing messages, to make scams more convincing and difficult to detect. Trading Standards officers are concerned that traditional scam tactics are becoming harder to identify when enhanced with AI-generated content such as fake celebrity endorsements and artificial voice recordings. Authorities advise victims to immediately contact their bank and report incidents to Action Fraud or call police on 101.
standard.net
· 2025-12-08
This educational article explains how scammers psychologically manipulate victims by exploiting emotions like greed, fear, and need, and by impersonating trusted authorities to create artificial urgency. The piece outlines key fraudulent tactics including social engineering, building false legitimacy through fake websites and documents, and emotional manipulation, then provides protective strategies such as verifying sources independently, resisting pressure to act quickly, and maintaining healthy skepticism toward unsolicited offers.
blocktelegraph.io
· 2025-12-08
Since 2020, cryptocurrency scams have caused billions in losses to elderly victims, with crypto investment schemes defrauding victims of over $2 billion in 2022 and $4.6 billion in 2023. Scammers increasingly use sophisticated tactics such as romance scams and impersonation schemes (posing as professors or financial advisors) to build trust before luring victims into fraudulent investments, often freezing accounts when victims attempt withdrawals. The complexity of cryptocurrency transactions and limited law enforcement resources have made fund recovery extremely difficult for victims.
tcpalm.com
· 2025-12-08
An 81-year-old Port St. Lucie man recovered $315,000 after falling victim to an elaborate online investment scam conducted through WhatsApp that promised large financial returns. The victim was lured into a fake online investment school, given access to fraudulent accounts showing fake returns, and ultimately invested $315,000 across three transactions (including $100,000, $15,000, and $200,000 for cryptocurrency) before realizing the scheme when asked to pay $1 million in taxes to withdraw funds. Police were able to recover the money after PNC Bank detected fraud and shut down the accounts before the scammers could transfer the funds, though no arrests have been
bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A Leicestershire County Council councillor narrowly avoided falling victim to a multi-account hacking scam after criminals gained access to his email, Amazon, National Lottery, ISA, and bank accounts and attempted to change his passwords. He was protected by two-step security verification already in place on most accounts and became suspicious when a caller claiming to be from his bank requested personal information. Council officials confirmed this scam is currently widespread and warned the public never to share personal or financial details with cold callers.
leicestermercury.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Leicestershire County Councillor and former police officer Ozzy O'Shea nearly fell victim to a sophisticated scam in which fraudsters gained unauthorized access to multiple accounts (email, Amazon, National Lottery, and his late wife's accounts) and attempted to impersonate his bank. He recognized the scam when a caller claiming to be from his bank used suspicious tactics and hung up when confronted. Trading Standards has used his experience to remind the public of protective measures including never confirming details to unsolicited callers, using unique passwords, enabling two-step verification, and reporting account hacks immediately.
news.bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A Leicestershire County Councillor warned of a common scam in which fraudsters hacked into his online accounts and attempted to change passwords, then impersonated his bank to solicit personal information. Though the councillor was not defrauded—his two-factor authentication on key accounts prevented unauthorized access—he received a call from a scammer posing as a bank representative requesting address confirmation. Officials advise the public never to share personal or financial details with unsolicited callers and to enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts.
arabtimesonline.com
· 2025-12-08
A Bangladeshi expatriate in Kuwait lost KD 1,015 after a scammer posing as a bank representative called him, claimed to need Civil ID updates, and convinced him to share his bank account number and OTP, which was then used to drain his account within minutes. Banks and the Ministry of Interior warned the public against such impersonation scams and advised people to never share sensitive financial information over the phone, even when callers claim to represent trusted institutions. The article outlines common scam tactics including phishing, automated withdrawal schemes, impersonation fraud, password cracking, and card skimming, and recommends consumers monitor statements, use strong passwords, and report suspected fraud promptly
paymentsjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
A University of Portsmouth study found that 40% of elderly UK adults experienced online fraud, with three-quarters of attacks targeting mobile phones through persistent phone calls (60%) and text messages (11%); the constant harassment negatively affected many victims' mental health. Cybercriminals exploit social engineering tactics like urgency and threats—particularly effective with seniors who fear harm to loved ones or legal penalties—and globally, fraud complaints among adults over 60 increased 11% year-over-year in 2023, with two-thirds of UK respondents experiencing at least one fraud attempt in six months.
home.treasury.gov
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned three Mexican accountants and four Mexican companies connected to timeshare fraud schemes operated by the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), which primarily targets U.S. timeshare owners in Mexico, including elderly victims. The scammers operate call centers impersonating legitimate brokers and attorneys, defrauding victims through complex multi-year schemes involving fake timeshare exits, re-rentals, and investment offers, with victims often re-victimized through impersonation of law firms and authorities. The stolen funds are funneled through wire transfers to Mexican shell companies and then laundered by cartel-connected money
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Two Irish nationals, Patrick and Matthew McDonagh, were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud for stealing over $435,000 from an elderly Shoreline, Washington homeowner through a contractor scam. The brothers posed as repair workers, falsely claiming the victim's roof had holes and foundation was cracked, then pressured him to write multiple checks for fake repairs and building supplies over several days in January 2024. The FBI investigation also connected them to approximately $50,000 in additional contractor fraud complaints in Oregon and Washington using similar tactics of fake photos and misrepresentation.
infosecurity-magazine.com
· 2025-12-08
A University of Portsmouth study of nearly 2,000 UK adults (80% over age 75) found that 40% experience phone-based fraud attempts on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis, with two-thirds experiencing at least one attempt in six months. Three-quarters of attempted fraud was conducted via telephone (60% voice calls, 11% texts), with victims reporting significant impacts on mental health and quality of life; one elderly woman lost nearly £100,000 after being targeted following her husband's death. The research highlights phone fraud occurring "on an industrial scale" despite conflicting US data showing a shift toward email and text-based scams between 2020-2023.
amac.us
· 2025-12-08
Senior citizens are increasingly targeted by impersonation scammers who pose as the IRS, family members, or trusted businesses to steal money or personal information. The IRS warns taxpayers to be cautious of unsolicited calls, texts, or emails claiming money is owed, and to recognize red flags such as requests for payment via gift cards, threats of arrest, and pressure for immediate action—none of which the legitimate IRS employs. Scammers exploit age-related vulnerabilities and use technology like caller ID spoofing to gain credibility, making education about these tactics essential for protecting older adults.
bbc.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A University of Portsmouth study of nearly 2,000 older adults found that telephone fraud targeting people over 75 is widespread, with two-thirds of respondents experiencing at least one fraud attempt in the past six months and 75% of attempted frauds occurring via phone calls. One 78-year-old widow lost £100,000 to a scam impersonating her bank during a vulnerable period following her husband's death, though she recovered most funds after involving the Financial Ombudsman. Researchers emphasize the need for better safeguards including high-standard call blockers and training to protect vulnerable older adults from the daily or weekly scam calls many now experience.
apnews.com
· 2025-12-08
During Amazon Prime Day sales events, scammers intensify phishing and fraud attempts targeting shoppers through fake emails, lookalike websites, and unsolicited calls impersonating Amazon and other retailers. Common scams claim account or order issues to steal payment and personal information, with the Better Business Bureau reporting record phishing reports in 2023 and over 1,230 suspicious Amazon-associated websites appearing in June alone. Experts recommend consumers verify purchases directly on Amazon's app or website and remain vigilant against increasingly sophisticated scams that evolve to use artificial intelligence and create false urgency.
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. imposed sanctions on three Mexican accountants and four firms linked to the Jalisco New Generation drug cartel for operating a multi-million dollar timeshare fraud scheme targeting Americans, particularly elderly victims. Timeshare fraud losses reached approximately $39.6 million in 2022 alone, with scammers using sophisticated tactics including impersonating U.S. Treasury officials and employing high-pressure sales tactics via unsolicited calls and emails. The Treasury and FBI issued guidance to banks and the public to remain vigilant against these schemes, recommending verification of company representatives and avoidance of time-sensitive offers.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. imposed sanctions on three Mexican accountants and four firms allegedly supporting a timeshare fraud operation run by the Jalisco New Generation drug cartel that targets Americans. Timeshare fraud perpetrated by Mexico-based criminals results in tens of millions in annual losses, with the FBI receiving over 600 complaints in 2022 alone totaling approximately $39.6 million, with elderly Americans being particularly targeted. The Treasury Department and FBI advised banks to remain vigilant against these schemes and reminded consumers to be cautious of unsolicited communications regarding timeshares and high-pressure sales tactics.
nerdwallet.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines key strategies for avoiding financial scams, noting that 54% of Americans have experienced scam attempts in the past two years, with 18% losing money (median loss of $325, though 32% lost $1,000 or more). Experts recommend four main protective measures: hanging up and contacting companies directly using verified numbers, enabling multifactor authentication and monitoring accounts weekly, familiarizing yourself with common scam types, and recognizing that anyone—regardless of education or income level—can fall victim to fraud.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia filed a civil forfeiture action to recover approximately $2.5 million in USDT cryptocurrency seized by the FBI from a perpetrator in Thailand who operated "pig butchering" scams targeting U.S. citizens. Pig butchering schemes involve scammers building trust with victims through online communications before manipulating them into fraudulent cryptocurrency investment schemes, often extracting multiple payments before victims realize they have been defrauded. The forfeiture action demonstrates law enforcement's commitment to pursuing cryptocurrency-based fraud schemes across international borders and recovering assets to compensate victims.
ktnv.com
· 2025-12-08
A 75-year-old Las Vegas widow lost over $1.3 million (including her retirement fund, inheritance, and home valued at $600,000) to a romance scammer who impersonated a German spiritual teacher over more than two years, beginning in 2021 after her husband's death. The scammer, believed to be from Nigeria, used a fake Facebook profile with stolen photos and progressively escalated requests for money, starting with gift cards and culminating in a fake safe transport scheme, leaving Likins without utilities or adequate food. The FTC reported romance scams totaled over $1 billion in losses in 2023, and the real man whose photos were stolen reports at least
securityboulevard.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article explains how artificial intelligence is being weaponized by scammers to create more sophisticated and convincing frauds. Scammers are using AI tools including deepfakes, voice cloning, and chatbots to personalize attacks, automate victim targeting, and make deceptive content more realistic and harder to detect. The article emphasizes that awareness of these emerging AI-powered scam tactics is essential for protecting oneself from increasingly advanced fraud schemes.
timesnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
Over Rs 5 crore was stolen from Bengaluru residents in 2023 through FedEx and other courier company impersonation scams, with 163 police cases filed in the city. Scammers contacted victims claiming packages in their names contained drugs or illegal items, then impersonated police and CBI officials via video calls to coerce victims into transferring money to multiple accounts. Notable victims included a retired Lieutenant Colonel who lost Rs 73 lakh, a lawyer extorted for Rs 15 lakh, and a software CEO defrauded of Rs 2.3 crore.
fox26houston.com
· 2025-12-08
Following Hurricane Beryl's power outages in the Pasadena, Texas area, scammers targeted senior citizens in assisted living by directing them to a fraudulent 800-number posing as a hotel booking service. One victim was charged $207 for a fake hotel reservation with an incorrect phone number and was unable to verify the booking when she arrived at the hotel; she successfully disputed the charge with her credit card company. The incident highlights how scammers exploit seniors during disasters when they are vulnerable and seeking emergency shelter.
port.ac.uk
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
A University of Portsmouth study of nearly 2,000 UK adults over 75 found that two-thirds experienced at least one telephone fraud attempt in the past six months, with 40 percent facing frequent daily, weekly, or monthly attempts—predominantly via landline calls (75 percent of frauds). The research revealed that these persistent scams cause significant anxiety and fear among older adults, with many reporting constant suspicion of communications and reduced quality of life, though the full psychological impact on this demographic warrants further investigation.
tearsheet.co
· 2025-12-08
**Type:** Educational/Industry Insights
Charlie, a fintech company serving Americans 62 and older, is addressing senior financial vulnerabilities through AI-driven fraud protection and personalized banking services. The company offers features like expedited Social Security access, advanced fraud safeguards, competitive deposit rates, and age-optimized design, while exploring additional products such as consumer-friendly home equity solutions and tax-optimized asset decumulation strategies for cash-poor, house-rich retirees. CEO Kevin Nazemi emphasizes the importance of ethical AI implementation and elegant fraud prevention measures—such as their "SpeedBump" 6-hour transaction pause—that protect seniors without creating
click2houston.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are exploiting Facebook by posting fake missing child alerts using recycled or unrelated photos, typically in community groups with comments disabled to avoid detection. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children advises verifying posts through official sources (law enforcement, NCMEC, credible news outlets) and watching for red flags including poor grammar, lack of specific details, disabled comments, and missing contact information for authorities. Legitimate missing person posts should come from verified sources and include the child's name, disappearance date, location, and direct contact information for law enforcement or the NCMEC hotline (1-800-THE-LOST).
wilx.com
· 2025-12-08
During Amazon Prime Days sales events, scammers increase phishing and fraudulent website activity, with Amazon being one of the most commonly impersonated companies. Experts advise consumers of all ages to avoid clicking suspicious links or attachments from unknown sources, shop only on verified websites, and report suspicious activity to the Better Business Bureau. Those who fall victim should place a fraud alert on their payment methods immediately.
therecord.media
· 2025-12-08
Tether froze $29.62 million in stablecoins connected to Huione Guarantee, a Cambodian online marketplace that facilitates cybercriminal operations including pig butchering scams, money laundering, and trafficking-related crimes across Southeast Asia. Researchers documented $11 billion in transactions on the platform over three years, with the freeze occurring at law enforcement's request following investigations linking the marketplace to fraudulent and transnational criminal operations. The action highlights how Tether stablecoins have become the preferred cryptocurrency for regional cybercrime due to their stability and anonymity.