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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 ...

nationaltoday.com · 2026-03-17

Top Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them - Norman Today

By the People, for the People News Older adults are often targeted by fraudsters, but awareness and caution can help protect against financial losses. Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:00am Got story updates? S...

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azag.gov · 2026-03-17

Attorney General Mayes and Better Business Bureau Warn Arizonans: Don't Fall for Tax ...

PHOENIX — Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and the Better Business Bureau's Joe Ducey today released a new consumer video PSA warning Arizonans about tax-related scams targeting residents during ta...

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canadianaffairs.news · 2026-03-17

Singapore turns tide in evolving fight against scams- Canadian Affairs

Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a scam. Until he fell prey to one. Fraud...

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dailybreeze.com · 2026-03-16

Seniorliving: Banks are becoming bulwarks against scams for vulnerableseniors

By Paula Span KFF Health News The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Depar...

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thehill.com · 2026-03-16

'Your data has been breached': But is the message itself hiding a scam? - The Hill

(NEXSTAR) – Cyber experts are warning that the message no one wants to receive – “Your data has been breached” – could actually be the first phase of a popular scam. It often works like this: an emai...

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spokesman.com · 2026-03-16

How scammers are using AI deepfakes to steal money from taxpayers

My husband and I owe the IRS absolutely nothing. Yet in the last two weeks, I’ve been getting calls to my mobile number that make it seem as if the government has an issue with our tax situation. The...

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gulftoday.ae · 2026-03-16

Singapore turns tide in fight against scams- GulfToday.ae

Martin Abbugao, Agence France-Presse Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a s...

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pcmag.com · 2026-03-15

Tax Time Is Open Season for Scammers: 7 Tips to Stay Safe | PCMag

Tax season is prime time for distractions, fear, and financial stress in many households. Unfortunately, those factors create a perfect environment for online scams to flourish. That's why, from now t...

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greenwichfreepress.com · 2026-03-15

Connecticut Man Sentences to 9 Years in Prison for NationwideRomance Scam

A Connecticut man was sentenced last week to nine years’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering stemming from his participation in a romance scam that affected victims across the country, in...

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independent.co.uk · 2026-03-15

'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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cherokeephoenix.org · 2026-03-15

Siam Legal International Warns of Call Center Scam Risks After Arrest of 14 Chinese ...

Bangkok, Thailand - March 13, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Siam Legal International, a Thailand Law Firm, has issued an advisory warning foreign nationals about the increasing threat of call center scams ...

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mynbc5.com · 2026-03-14

"It's only going to get worse:" Cybersecurity expert warns of evolving phishing schemes - WPTZ

After a phishing scheme tricked a Vermont municipal district into wiring $3 million to scammers, a cybersecurity expert says the case should be a wake-up call to organizations everywhere After a phis...

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thestar.com.my · 2026-03-14

Singapore turns tide in evolving fight against scams | The Star

SINGAPORE: Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a scam. Until he fell prey to ...

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kttn.com · 2026-03-14

Five sentenced in gold bar scam targetingelderlyvictims in ten states

A federal judge has sentenced a participant in a nationwide fraud conspiracy that targeted elderly victims and resulted in millions of dollars in losses. U.S. District Judge Matthew T. Schelp on Thur...

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newsday.com · 2026-03-14

How to avoid home improvement scams this spring - Newsday

In March 2023, the roof of Tina Leggio’s 106-year-old Bay Shore home started leaking and she was in a rush to get it repaired. In need of a contractor, the former certified nursing assistant scoured ...

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news4jax.com · 2026-03-14

Lake City police warn community of scam targeting elderly women that involves ... - News4JAX

Aydian Ahmad, Digital Producer LAKE CITY, Fla. – The Lake City Police Department is warning the community of a scam occurring at local grocery stores and bank parking lots that involves suspects impe...

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bobsullivan.net · 2026-03-14

Gas station hero stops crypto kiosk scams, again and again — bobsullivan.net

Once in a while, a human being does the right thing and you wonder why it took so long I’ve long held the opinion that the only real use case for cryptocurrency is fraud; we can debate that. Crypto ...

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theguardian.com · 2026-03-14

Fake rooms, props and a script to lure victims: inside an abandoned Cambodia scam centre

Sprawling compound, including mock-up banks and police offices, uncovered by Thai military during border clashes It is as if you have walked into a branch of one of Vietnam’s banks. A row of customer...

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tbrnewsmedia.com · 2026-03-14

Is your 'perfect match' an AI? 1,500+ profiles reveal the most telling warning signs | TBR News Media

Last year alone, Americans lost over $1.3B to online romance scams, with AI-generated profiles and automated messages targeting people looking for “the one.” A 2026 analysis of 1,500+ flagged profile...

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aol.com · 2026-03-13

Scams could now cost Americans $119 billion a year, study finds - AOL.com

Americans are losing at least $119 billion every year to scams, according to a new estimate from the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America, a consumer advocacy group. There is no formal U.S. gover...

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wmtw.com · 2026-03-13

Older Mainers are losing millions of dollars to scams- WMTW

Older Mainers are less likely than younger people to fall victim to scams, but when they do, the financial losses are often much greater. Older Mainers are less likely than younger people to fall vic...

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mondaq.com · 2026-03-13

DOJ Seizes $8.5 Million In Cryptocurrency: What This Investment Fraud Case Means For Victims

We are trial lawyers for businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Including our managing partner, our top six lawyers have spent more than 212 years combined winning business lawsuits. We offer t...

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yellowhammernews.com · 2026-03-13

FraudEDU: The evolving face of cyberfraud— the way businesses stay safe can keep you safe, too

In the fast-paced world of finance, money moves in an instant. From businesses to everyday shoppers, convenience and technology make buying, selling, paying, and receiving faster than ever, but cyberc...

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wfaa.com · 2026-03-13

Dallas County posts scam alert warning after families with inmates in jail fall victim - WFAA

To stream WFAA on your phone, you need the WFAA 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 DALLAS — For almost ...

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ca.finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-13

Young Canadians say they know AI scams when they see them — the data suggests otherwise

Younger Canadians may feel confident about spotting online scams, but they’re also the most likely to fall victim. That’s according to a new poll from Scotiabank, which found that Canadians aged 18 t...

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wdrb.com · 2026-03-13

Victims lose thousands in rental scams as Kentucky lawmakers push for tougher punishments

In February 2026, The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said several people came forward claiming to be victims of rental scams. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A new effort in Frankfort targets scammers wh...

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2news.com · 2026-03-12

Jury convicts California man in $500,000elder fraud scam | Local News | 2news.com

Investigators say Amit Bhanwala-Singh is a member of a large fraud group that targets older and vulnerable citizens. A California man involved in a large fraud ring has been found guilty after scammi...

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katiecouric.com · 2026-03-12

Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks Against Scams for VulnerableSeniors- Katie Couric Media

The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. "The person said he was an officer of the Department of Criminal Investigations...

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ottumwaradio.com · 2026-03-12

Connecticut Man Sentenced to Nine Years' Imprisonment for Participating in a Nationwide ...

A Connecticut man was sentenced on March 5, 2026, to nine years’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering stemming from his participation in a romance scam that affected victims across the cou...

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shorelinemedia.net · 2026-03-12

Top Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them | News | shorelinemedia.net

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 ...

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rstreet.org · 2026-03-12

Scams Were Already Awful. Then They Got AI. - R Street Institute

Originally published The Women’s Tech & Telecom Partnership’s 2026 edition of “The Impact Report“ A recent news report detailed the experience of Abigail, a woman living in Southern California. Abiga...

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zdnet.com · 2026-03-12

A Meta-powered investment scam is spreading across 25 countries - how to spot (and avoid) it

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Everyone loves a bit of outrage, especially on live TV. Combine this with economic pressure, a cost-of-living crisis, and a convincing video or a...

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kiplinger.com · 2026-03-12

Investing Scams: How to Protect Yourself and Your Money | Kiplinger

Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more. Delivered daily. Enter your email in the box and click Sign Me Up. You are now ...

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purdue.edu · 2026-03-12

Stay alert this tax season: Common scams, how to avoid them - News

Scams are becoming more sophisticated each year, often mimicking official IRS communications or using new technologies to deceive taxpayers. Below are common tax-time threats to watch for and steps in...

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therecord.media · 2026-03-12

Meta says it culled millions of scam ads amid accusations that it profits from them

Meta said it removed 159 million scam ads in 2025, amid calls from U.S. lawmakers for an investigation into the company’s “facilitation of and profiting from” fraudulent advertising. The company said...

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stthomastoday.ca · 2026-03-12

What's good in St. Thomas and Elgin? Free information session is designed to protect ...

Protecting seniors from increasingly sophisticated fraud and financial scams is the focus of a free information session hosted by MP Andrew Lawton and the St. Thomas Police Service. Seniors’ fraud is...

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rocketcitynow.com · 2026-03-12

Local couple loses $16,000 in bank employee impersonation scam- rocketcitynow.com

To stream FOX54 on your phone, you need the FOX54 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 HUNTSVILLE, Ala. —...

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nbcnews.com · 2026-03-11

Scams could now cost Americans $119 billion a year, study finds

According to a new Consumer Federation of America study, Americans lose at least $119 billion annually to scams—far exceeding the FBI's reported $16.6 billion in losses for 2024—based on estimates that only 14% of scams are reported to authorities. Investment scams, particularly "pig butchering" schemes involving fake romantic relationships and cryptocurrency fraud, represent the most economically devastating category, with actual losses estimated at $46.6 billion compared to reported losses of $6.6 billion. The CFA recommends regulating data brokers to reduce scammers' access to personal information used to target vulnerable populations.

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straitstimes.com · 2026-03-11

Men linked to Myanmar fraud hub charged in South Korea overromance scam

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments Prosecutors said nine men joined a romance scam network operating inside a crime enclave in Myanmar run by a Chinese ringleader. PHOTO IL...

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latrobebulletinnews.com · 2026-03-11

Savvy Senior: Top senior scams and how to avoid them | Columnists - The Latrobe Bulletin

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? Journalist and se...

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wtae.com · 2026-03-11

Pennsylvania woman says scammers used Xfinity order to steal iPad - WTAE

A Beaver County woman says she is trying to sort out a costly mystery after falling victim to what appears to be a scam involving two iPads she ordered through Xfinity. “It’s like the fear of having ...

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valleynewslive.com · 2026-03-11

Moorhead woman targeted by Xcel Energy scam, so we called the scammer back

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A Moorhead woman says she nearly fell victim to a scam after receiving a text message from someone claiming to represent Xcel Energy, telling her that her heat was abo...

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banklesstimes.com · 2026-03-11

Minnesota Moves to Ban Crypto ATMs AmidElder FraudSurge | BanklessTimes

Minnesota lawmakers are advancing legislation that would impose a statewide ban on virtual currency kiosks, a sharp escalation from the state’s regulatory approach just two years ago. The bill, curre...

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dailymaverick.co.za · 2026-03-11

SA's Benjamin Mauerberger embroiled in 'Thailand state capture' accusations, billion-dollar ...

South African-born Benjamin Mauerberger’s name has cropped up in a global scandal involving suspicions of money laundering, human trafficking and organised criminality rooted in China. Now Thailand, w...

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jdsupra.com · 2026-03-11

2025 in Review: Major Fraud Events and What We Can Learn From Them | Ankura

[author: Dov Soloman] The fraud landscape in 2025 has consisted of investigations into investment, cryptocurrency, and other cyber frauds, as well as key enforcement changes in both the U.S. and UK. ...

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kffhealthnews.org · 2026-03-11

Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks Against Scams for VulnerableSeniors- KFF Health News

The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Criminal Investigations...

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thelundreport.org · 2026-03-11

Banks are becoming bulwarks against scams for vulnerableseniors| The Lund Report

The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Criminal Investigations...

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wusf.org · 2026-03-11

Banks are becoming bulwarks against scams for vulnerableseniors- WUSF

The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Criminal Investigations...

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gilmermirror.com · 2026-03-11

Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks Against Scams for VulnerableSeniors- The Gilmer Mirror

By Paula Span March 10, 2026 The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Departm...

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