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fox5atlanta.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI has alerted the public to a rising trend of AI-assisted scams using deepfake videos of celebrities and organizations to defraud victims of thousands of dollars. A tech-savvy individual named Austin Ennis lost $4,000 after scanning a QR code from a fake Elon Musk video promoting a cryptocurrency giveaway, which directed him to a fraudulent website. The FBI recommends verifying website legitimacy through WHOIS domain lookups and remaining vigilant about suspicious phishing emails, noting that scammers typically operate from overseas.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
A sophisticated AI-powered phishing scam targeting Gmail users uses fake account recovery notifications, spoofed Google phone numbers, AI-generated voice calls, and email spoofing via Salesforce CRM to impersonate Google support and trick victims into confirming passwords or account access. The scam is harder to detect than traditional phishing because it combines multiple deceptive tactics including legitimate-appearing caller IDs, professional-sounding AI voices, and emails spoofed from Google domains. Users should verify requests by checking email addresses for non-Google domains, remembering that Google does not call users proactively unless they have a Business Profile, and avoiding clicking links or downloading attachments from suspicious emails.
indiatvnews.com
· 2025-12-08
A surge in online scams targeting senior citizens has resulted in significant financial losses, exemplified by a woman in her 60s from Noida who lost Rs 50,000 after a caller impersonated a client of her husband and convinced her to transfer funds under false pretenses. Scammers exploit urgency, false familiarity, and social engineering across multiple channels including phone calls, phishing messages, fake e-commerce sites, and investment schemes. To protect themselves, seniors should verify caller identities through official channels, never share OTPs or passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and report suspicious activities immediately to their bank or cybercrime authorities.
digit.in
· 2025-12-08
A 29-year-old Bengaluru businessman lost Rs 14.57 lakh in a digital arrest scam in September 2024 after receiving calls from fraudsters impersonating TRAI and CBI officials who accused him of money laundering and threatened "digital arrest." The scammers pressured him to transfer nearly 80% of his bank balance to purportedly secure RBI accounts for verification over the course of a week before he filed a complaint on October 3. The article advises protecting against such scams by never sharing personal information based on unsolicited calls, verifying claims directly with official organizations, avoiding responses to urgency tactics, and reporting suspicious contact to authorities
pcworld.com
· 2025-12-08
A Hong Kong-based scam ring of 27 people used romance-fraud schemes combined with real-time deepfake video technology to steal approximately $46 million from victims across China, Taiwan, India, and Singapore. The scammers created fake profiles with AI-generated photos, built romantic relationships through messaging, and when victims requested video verification, used deepfake software to convincingly impersonate the attractive women in their profiles before convincing targets to "invest" in fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes. This "pig butchering" technique, which has reportedly stolen as much as $75 billion globally, is expanding internationally with increasing sophistication as AI tools make it easier for organized crime rings to create convincing
therecord.media
· 2025-12-08
A global law enforcement operation called SOGA X conducted in June and July across 28 countries arrested over 5,100 people and shut down tens of thousands of illegal gambling websites, recovering more than $59 million in illicit proceeds during the UEFA 2024 European Football Championship. The crackdown exposed links between illegal gambling operations and organized cybercrime centers involved in human trafficking, romance scams, and "pig butchering" fraud schemes, with one Philippine raid rescuing over 650 trafficking victims who had been forced to conduct online fraud. Notable takedowns included dismantling a Vietnamese gambling ring generating $800,000 daily and disrupting organized crime operations in Thailand, Greece, an
odishabytes.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are increasingly using deepfake technology and artificial intelligence to perpetrate fraud, employing tactics including romance scams (where victims are lured into fake relationships and defrauded of millions), "digital arrest" schemes (where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement to coerce victims into extended video calls and payments), and investment scams using deepfake videos of celebrities like Virat Kohli and Ratan Tata to promote fraudulent apps. Notable victims include men across Taiwan, Singapore, and India who lost over $46 million to romance scams, and Indian textile baron SP Oswal who was defrauded of $833,000 after being
waow.com
· 2025-12-08
Northcentral Technical College partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Justice to educate elderly community members about common scams and fraud prevention techniques. The program highlighted romance/love scams as a primary threat, where scammers develop fake relationships with seniors over the phone to extract money, noting that victims in the area have lost homes and life savings to such schemes.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
The FBI operates the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) website to help the public report cybercrime, receiving over 880,000 complaints in 2023 with estimated losses exceeding $12.5 billion. Seniors are particularly vulnerable to scams including investment fraud, ransomware, phishing, and tech support schemes, with nearly 60 percent of call center scam losses coming from people over 60, and Americans over 60 losing over $1.1 billion to cryptocurrency scammers alone. The FBI emphasizes prevention through awareness and due diligence rather than investigation alone, and successfully prosecuted a tech support scam ring originating from an IC3 complaint that affected over
livebitcoinnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police arrested 27 individuals operating a "pig butchering" romance scam ring that stole $46.3 million from victims across Mainland China, India, and Singapore. The scammers posed as romantic partners online and used AI deepfake technology and fake cryptocurrency investment platforms to deceive primarily male victims into transferring digital assets, which they never recovered. The operation was run from an industrial complex in Hong Kong's Hung Hom neighborhood and employed trained staff and contracted developers to execute the scheme.
ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission's 2023-2024 report on protecting older adults reveals that seniors reported losing over $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023, though the actual total is estimated at $61.5 billion when accounting for unreported cases. Older adults face disproportionate vulnerability to investment scams ($538 million in losses), tech support scams (5x more likely than younger adults), and romance scams, with cryptocurrency and bank transfers being the most costly payment methods used by fraudsters. The FTC's Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group, created under the Stop Senior Scams Act, has implemented consumer education programs and developed industry training guidance to combat these
consumer.ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
The FTC released its annual Congressional report on efforts to protect older adults, highlighting new scam trends, enforcement cases, and updates from the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group formed in 2022. The Advisory Group's four committees developed training principles for employees, reviewed scam prevention research, created communication guidelines for organizations reaching older adults, and explored technological tools to disrupt scams. Resources from this collaborative work involving government agencies, consumer advocates, and industry representatives are available at ftc.gov/olderadults.
chroniclelive.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are placing fake QR codes on UK car park parking machines to redirect drivers to fraudulent websites where they steal credit card details—a phishing tactic known as "quishing." To avoid falling victim, drivers should inspect QR codes for signs of tampering, verify URLs before clicking them, check for website security features and legitimate design, avoid sites requesting excessive personal information, and use official parking apps instead of scanning codes. The article provides five protective measures as QR code scams become an increasingly common threat at parking facilities across the UK.
innovationorigins.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, one in ten Dutch people fell victim to online scams, experiencing both financial and emotional harm from millions of fraudulent emails and messages circulating annually. The Dutch government launched the "Don't be scammed" campaign during cybersecurity month, with expert Patrick Jordens emphasizing that while sophisticated criminal tactics (including AI-generated phishing) and human vulnerability both play roles, effective prevention requires government support through resources like fraudhelpdesk.nl alongside individual vigilance—such as verifying sender identities and avoiding rushed decisions under pressure.
ici.radio-canada.ca
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are exploiting high demand for Taylor Swift's sold-out Eras Tour tickets in Canada by hacking social media accounts and posing as friends to sell fake tickets, defrauding victims of thousands of dollars each. One Toronto woman's hacked Facebook account was used to scam at least four people out of up to $1,600 each, and despite numerous reports to Facebook and police, the fraudulent account remained active. Experts recommend verifying seller identity by contacting the person directly, as police note recovered funds are rare due to the volume of fraud reports.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission reported that seniors aged 60 and over lost $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023, with the actual figure likely higher due to underreporting. Older adults were disproportionately targeted by tech support scams, prize/lottery scams, and impersonation fraud, while the number of seniors reporting losses exceeding $100,000 has tripled since 2020. The FTC's Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group released recommendations across four areas—employee training, research, consumer education, and technology—to help prevent fraud targeting this vulnerable population.
sbs.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Bank impersonation scams, where criminals pose as bank representatives via phone, email, or message to solicit personal information or funds, are rising across Australia and caused $11 million in losses between January and September 2023, with over-55s accounting for 56 percent of impersonation scam losses. To protect yourself, independently verify any banking communication by contacting your bank directly using details from official statements or websites, and remember that legitimate banks never request passwords, security codes, PINs, or ask customers to transfer money for safekeeping over the phone.
ktvq.com
· 2025-12-08
A Billings business, Colima de Mis Amores, unknowingly facilitated an AI voice scam when a customer transferred several hundred dollars after being deceived into believing her daughter was being held hostage. The store owners later learned they were named in a public warning about the incident and filed a police report; they noted that scammers likely targeted the business after finding it through an online search for money transfer services. The store owners revealed they frequently receive fraudulent calls themselves, highlighting how businesses are common targets for multilingual scams using AI-generated voices, with the Better Business Bureau reporting a median business scam loss of $523 in 2023.
wbrc.com
· 2025-12-08
A tech support email scam is circulating falsely claiming McAfee antivirus subscriptions will renew for over $350, urging recipients to call to cancel; the emails appear legitimate but originate from fraudulent addresses. McAfee and AARP warn that these scams are increasingly sophisticated, using AI and spoofing tactics to trick people into clicking malicious links that steal personal information and credit card numbers. The best defense is to verify sender email addresses against official company lists, avoid clicking unsolicited links, and contact companies directly through official channels to verify suspicious communications.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost $5.6 billion to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022, with over 69,000 complaints filed to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. People aged 60 and older were disproportionately affected, reporting over $1.6 billion in losses across 16,806 complaints, primarily through investment fraud schemes and relationship-building scams that use fake websites and recovery schemes. Common tactics include scammers promising unrealistic returns via unsolicited contact, building trust through dating apps and social media before pushing crypto investment, and impersonating recovery specialists to steal additional funds from victims.
abc17news.com
· 2025-12-08
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and experts advise consumers to protect themselves from increasingly sophisticated scams by remembering the "three S's": stay suspicious, stop and think, and stay protected. Common scam tactics exploit fear, urgency, and money; frequent targets include seniors and vulnerable populations through robocalls, phishing emails, impersonation of authorities, and romance scams—with one 70-year-old woman losing tens of thousands over several months to a romance scammer. Experts recommend hanging up on unsolicited calls and texts, calling official numbers to verify requests, and asking trusted younger relatives to reverse-image search suspicious photos.
highcountryshopper.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines four common scams affecting individuals today: work-from-home scams that exploit job seekers through fake employment offers and requests for upfront payments or personal account access; tech support scams initiated by unsolicited pop-ups or calls impersonating companies like Microsoft or Apple to steal data or demand payment; romance scams where fraudsters build trust online before fabricating emergencies to solicit money; and grandparent scams targeting vulnerable individuals with urgent requests for untraceable payments. The article advises readers to verify unsolicited job offers and tech support contacts, be cautious with online contacts requesting money, and report suspected fraud to law enforcement, the FTC, FBI's Internet Crime Complaint
ironmountaindailynews.com
· 2025-12-08
Computer scams continue to evolve with increasing sophistication, affecting even experienced and intelligent computer users. This educational piece outlines eight prevalent scam types: imposter/impersonation scams, pig butchering scams (fake investment schemes), romance scams, payment app scams, online shopping scams, delivery scams, lottery scams, charity scams, and robocalls—each employing psychological tactics like creating false urgency, building trust, or exploiting guilt to manipulate victims into surrendering money or personal information. The article advises readers to remain vigilant and informed about these tactics regardless of their computer experience level.
globalnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and security experts outline key scam prevention strategies as sophisticated fraud tactics continue to evolve. Scammers commonly exploit fear, urgency, and money as bait through phishing emails, spoofed caller IDs, robocalls, romance scams, and impersonation schemes targeting vulnerable populations including seniors and isolated individuals. The article recommends staying suspicious, stopping to think before acting, and staying protected by verifying requests through official channels and using tools like reverse image searches to identify potential fraud.
express.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A text message scam is targeting vulnerable UK residents by impersonating the "UK Government Living Allowance Office" and falsely claiming recipients can receive a winter heating subsidy, with fraudulent links directing victims to fake government websites designed to steal personal information. The scam exploits recent government cuts to Winter Fuel Payments that reduced eligible recipients from 11.4 million to 1.5 million pensioners, creating confusion and urgency that scammers weaponize to pressure victims into acting quickly. Security experts advise recipients to verify messages independently and avoid clicking unsolicited links, especially those claiming to be from government bodies.
azcentral.com
· 2025-12-08
Americans lost an estimated $12.5 billion to online scams in the past year, with artificial intelligence-generated "deepfake" videos making investment frauds increasingly difficult to detect—the FBI estimates 39% of victims fell for deepfake-based schemes involving fabricated videos of business leaders, celebrities, or romantic interests. Scammers exploit AI to duplicate voices, crack passwords, and process large volumes of data, while most stolen money goes unrecovered, particularly when criminals demand payment in cryptocurrency and operate from overseas. Common defenses include using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and scrutinizing videos for unnatural movements, inconsistent lighting, and mismatched lip movements
nbcphiladelphia.com
· 2025-12-08
**October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and experts emphasize protecting yourself from increasingly sophisticated scams using three key tactics: stay suspicious, stop to think, and stay protected.** Common scam methods exploit fear, urgency, and money incentives—such as fake tax return errors, impersonation of authority figures, and romance scams that can last years and target vulnerable individuals including seniors. Defensive measures include avoiding robocalls and suspicious texts, verifying contacts through official numbers, and using reverse-image searches to identify stolen photos used in romance scams.
startribune.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
October's Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights the increasing sophistication of scams, including phishing emails, text spoofing, and caller ID spoofing. Security experts advise consumers to remain vigilant by remembering the "three S's"—stay suspicious, stop and think, and stay protected—as scammers use tactics based on fear, urgency, and money to trick victims into sharing personal information or sending funds through romance scams, job scams, and impersonation schemes.
finance.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Real estate scammers are using forged documents to file fake deeds on high-value properties, primarily targeting wealthy homeowners in areas like Los Angeles who own their homes outright. Once the fraudulent deed is filed in official county records, victims must pursue lengthy court battles to prove ownership and remove the false claim, during which they cannot sell or refinance their property. The scam exploits easy access to public property records and online filing systems, with cases potentially taking months or years to resolve.
wccftech.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly California man lost $25,000 to a sophisticated grandparent scam that used AI voice generators to impersonate his son claiming he was in an accident. The scammer, posing as the son and then as multiple lawyers, convinced Anthony he needed to pay bail money through escalating demands, ultimately requesting between $15,800 and $25,000 after claiming the accident victim died. Law enforcement notes that AI-powered voice synthesis makes these fraud schemes increasingly convincing and dangerous, particularly when victims cannot verify the caller's identity through other means.
about.fb.com
· 2025-12-08
Meta announced the expansion of facial recognition technology across its platforms (Facebook, Instagram) in the EU, UK, and South Korea to detect and remove celebrity-impersonation scams ("celeb bait"), where scammers use public figures' images to lure users to fraudulent websites requesting money or personal information. Since deploying these anti-scam measures, user reports of celebrity-bait ad scams dropped 22% globally in the first half of 2025, with facial recognition technology more than doubling the detection rate of such scams; the technology now protects nearly 500,000 public figures while remaining optional for users.
cnet.com
· 2025-12-08
Meta is testing new facial recognition tools to combat "celeb-bait" scams on Facebook and Instagram, where scammers use celebrity images in fraudulent ads to steal money and personal information from users. The technology compares faces in suspected scam ads to verified celebrity profiles to block fraud faster, and will also allow users to regain account access via video selfie verification rather than traditional document submission. Early testing showed promising results in detecting and preventing scam ads, though Meta stated the facial data will be deleted after use and noted privacy concerns that led to the company shutting down its previous facial recognition system in 2021.
news.trendmicro.com
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals are conducting multiple scams this week involving deceptive texts and emails impersonating FasTrak, Apple, U.S. and Canadian customs services, and NY Toll Services to steal personal and financial data. These scams use urgent messaging and malicious links to harvest credentials and information, which scammers then use for identity theft, financial fraud, or sell on the dark web. To protect yourself, remain skeptical of unexpected communications, avoid clicking unfamiliar links, verify sources directly with institutions, and use security tools like Trend Micro ScamCheck.
indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
Cybercriminals are exploiting Flipkart's Pay Later service during India's festive season sales by impersonating customer service representatives and requesting OTPs from users, claiming to prevent fraudulent transactions on their accounts. Flipkart confirmed this scam and emphasized it never requests sensitive information like OTPs via phone calls; users are advised to never share OTPs, hang up on suspicious calls, avoid falling for artificial urgency tactics, and report incidents to Flipkart or police immediately.
coinmarketcap.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong police dismantled a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment scam network on October 9, detailing 27 suspects (aged 21-34) who used AI-generated deepfakes and fake online personas to defraud victims of approximately $46 million through romance schemes. The operation, discovered in a 4,000-square-foot facility in Hung Hom, employed university graduates as technical experts and featured detailed training manuals in multiple languages to manipulate victims into fraudulent crypto investments, with suspects linked to China, Taiwan, India, and Singapore.
wisbusiness.com
· 2025-12-08
Extortion, particularly sextortion scams, ranked among the top five internet crimes in the FBI's 2023 report with over 48,000 cases, according to a Better Business Bureau warning. Sextortion scams operate through two primary methods: phishing (claiming to have hacked victims' devices and recorded compromising material) and romance schemes (building trust through fake relationships before blackmailing victims for money). Victims have reported losses ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, with the scams exploiting fear of public embarrassment and loneliness to pressure victims into paying via bitcoin, gift cards, or wire transfers.
atlantafed.org
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, Americans over 60 lost more than $3.4 billion to fraud—an 11 percent increase from 2022—with investment, tech support, email, and romance scams being the most common schemes. The author emphasizes that decline in financial judgment is an early sign of dementia, and recommends that families maintain regular voice contact with elderly relatives, monitor credit reports, apply credit freezes, and stay informed about legal and financial documents to prevent scams and elder fraud. Early intervention through personal relationships and periodic check-ins can help stop scammers before victims suffer financial loss.
newschannel9.com
· 2025-12-08
Tennessee seniors made over 1,500 digital fraud complaints to the FBI in 2023, with tech support scams being the most costly type of fraud affecting older adults. The Enterprise Center and "Tech Goes Home" are offering digital literacy classes to teach seniors about internet safety, password security, phishing scams, and how to avoid fraudulent emails and pop-ups that exploit their unfamiliarity with technology. These educational programs aim to reduce fraud victimization among seniors aged 60 and older, who are particularly vulnerable due to fixed incomes and limited digital knowledge.
aws.amazon.com
· 2025-12-08
This article describes Wipro and AWS's development of an Intelligent Financial Fraud Detection (IFFD) solution designed to address gaps in traditional fraud detection systems. The system uses AI and deep learning to detect fraud in real-time, with particular focus on elder fraud, which the FBI reported affected over 101,000 people age 60+ in 2023 with losses exceeding $3.4 billion. IFFD aims to reduce false positives to under 5% while identifying emerging threats like investment scams, romance scams, and grandparent scams before funds are transferred.
wgal.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission's "Protecting Older Consumers" report found that older adults reported losing over $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023, though the true total is estimated at $61.5 billion when accounting for unreported cases. Seniors are reluctant to report fraud due to embarrassment and fear of losing independence, and they suffer significantly higher average losses ($918) compared to younger victims ($432). The three most common scams targeting older people are tech support scams, lottery/sweepstakes scams, and romance scams, with payments typically made through Bitcoin or gift cards.
bbc.com
· 2025-12-08
Meta is deploying facial recognition technology to combat celebrity scam advertisements on Facebook and Instagram, which fraudulently use celebrities like Elon Musk and Martin Lewis to promote investment schemes and cryptocurrencies. The system compares flagged ad images against celebrities' profile photos to automatically delete confirmed scams, with early testing showing promising results. Additionally, Meta is testing facial recognition for account recovery while acknowledging that scammers increasingly use deepfake technology to create more convincing fraudulent endorsements.
theguardian.com
· 2025-12-08
Meta announced a trial program using facial recognition technology to combat celebrity investment scam ads, comparing ad images against public figures' profiles to detect and remove fraudulent content in real time. The December rollout will involve 50,000 opt-out celebrities or public figures worldwide, with the same technology also enabling account recovery through video selfies. Meta acknowledged that while early testing shows promising results, some scams will inevitably slip through as scammers continuously adapt their tactics, and the company faces lawsuits from Andrew Forrest and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission over its failure to prevent scams using their images.
theverge.com
· 2025-12-08
Meta is testing facial recognition tools on Facebook and Instagram to combat fraud in two ways: verifying user identity to restore compromised accounts via video selfies, and detecting "celeb-bait" scam ads by comparing faces in suspicious ads against public figures' profile pictures. The technology, previously discontinued in 2021 due to privacy concerns, will initially enroll affected celebrities automatically with opt-out options, with wider rollout expected in the coming months.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Pig-butchering scams have defrauded an estimated $75 billion globally, with criminals increasingly using sophisticated AI-powered deepfake technology for real-time video impersonation and purchasing Starlink satellite dishes to maintain reliable internet connections from Asia. The scams follow a formula of building trust through romantic or investment relationships before redirecting victims to fraudulent crypto platforms, with reported victims losing hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars—including a Colorado retiree who lost $500,000 in life savings and an Illinois widow who lost over $1 million.
wpsdlocal6.com
· 2025-12-08
During election season, scammers are exploiting heightened emotions to target donors through unsolicited political donation emails, calls, and social media pop-ups that request money and personal information. Local residents have reported receiving 10-20 fraudulent political emails daily from impostors posing as campaigns, with the Better Business Bureau identifying pushy donation requests, unsolicited links, and reward offers as common red flags. Experts advise researching campaigns before donating, avoiding clicking unsolicited links, and verifying requests directly with official campaign channels rather than responding to incoming communications.
fox17.com
· 2025-12-08
Tennessee seniors are at high risk for online fraud due to limited digital literacy, with over 1,500 complaints filed to the FBI by Tennesseans 60 and older in 2023. Digital literacy classes, including programs like "Tech Goes Home," aim to educate seniors on internet security, password protection, phishing scams, and tech support fraud—the most common schemes targeting this population. The initiative addresses a critical gap, as seniors with fixed incomes face devastating financial and emotional consequences when defrauded.
nypost.com
· 2025-12-08
Pig-butchering scams have defrauded victims of an estimated $75 billion globally, with criminals using increasingly sophisticated techniques including deepfake video technology and Starlink satellite internet to build trust before stealing victims' cryptocurrency and savings. The scams typically involve romantic or investment-focused relationships built over months, escalating to requests for financial investment, with documented cases resulting in losses ranging from $500,000 to $1 million per victim. To protect themselves, individuals should be cautious of unsolicited investment opportunities from online contacts, verify identities through independent means, and recognize that scammers specifically target kindhearted people willing to
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational piece warns that AI-powered misinformation poses significant cybersecurity risks during elections, with bad actors using generative AI to rapidly create fake news, deepfakes, phishing emails, and coordinated social media campaigns. A Trend Micro study found a critical gap in consumer awareness: while 79% of U.S. respondents felt confident identifying online scams, 62% actually failed to recognize a specific scam example, suggesting people underestimate the sophistication of AI-generated election-related misinformation. The article advises readers to recognize that election-related scams and misinformation have become increasingly difficult to spot without proper awareness and skepticism of suspicious content.
ahmedabadmirror.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines common online scams targeting consumers during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, including romance scams (which prey on isolated individuals over extended periods), job scams (impersonating recruiters to steal money or personal information), investment scams (get-rich-quick schemes often involving cryptocurrency), and quiz scams (harvesting personal data for account breaches). The article provides warning signs and protective measures for each scam type, such as reverse-image searching suspicious photos, verifying job offers directly with companies, researching investment opportunities independently, and avoiding online quizzes that collect personal information.
abnnewswire.net
· 2025-12-08
Research from 2024 found that approximately 30% of U.S. consumers lost money to scams between 2020-2024, with nearly 80 million Americans affected and average losses of $545 per victim. Identity theft was the most common scam type (24% of victims), while romance scams caused the highest financial impact with average losses of nearly $2,000 and longer victim engagement. Nearly 70% of victims recovered some losses through their banks, though 54% considered switching financial institutions following the incident, with 59% identifying enhanced fraud detection technology as the most important fraud safeguard.