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myupnow.com
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel released a scam awareness roundup highlighting major fraud schemes targeting state residents, including disaster relief and charity scams, government imposter fraud, phishing/smishing attacks, cryptocurrency "pig butchering" romance scams, and data breach identity theft. The advisory recommends consumers verify charity legitimacy before donating, never click suspicious links or provide personal information to unsolicited contacts, monitor credit reports regularly through AnnualCreditReport.com, and implement security measures like two-factor authentication and password changes following data breaches.
cbsnews.com
The Better Business Bureau warned of a surge in Real ID scams as the May 7th deadline approached, with scammers using calls, texts, emails, and fake websites to impersonate government employees and steal personal information such as bank account numbers and identity details. The BBB advised that no government agency contacts people directly about Real ID and recommended not clicking links or providing information unless on official government websites, and reporting suspicious communications to the BBB.
lelezard.com
SeniorMatch launched Selfie Liveness Verification, becoming the first 50+ dating platform to implement AI-powered identity verification to combat romance scams and catfishing. According to FTC data, online scams targeting older adults resulted in over $3.1 billion in losses in 2024, with a SeniorMatch survey showing 87% of users over 50 are concerned about identity fraud and 72% feel more comfortable engaging with verified users. The feature uses real-time selfie capture and AI authentication to confirm user authenticity, issuing a verified badge within seconds while immediately deleting biometric data after processing.
01net.it
**Identity fraud and catfishing on dating platforms are significant threats to older adults, with online scams causing over $3.1 billion in losses in 2024 according to the FTC.** A survey of 967 SeniorMatch users over 50 found that 87% worry about identity fraud and fake profiles, prompting the platform to launch Selfie Liveness Verification—a feature that uses AI to match live selfies with profile photos and instantly awards verified badges to authenticated users. The system encrypts biometric data and deletes it immediately after verification to protect privacy while helping seniors connect safely.
silicon.co.uk
Online scams and identity fraud cost victims over $3.1 billion in 2024, with adults aged 50 and older disproportionately targeted; a survey found 87% of SeniorMatch dating platform users over 50 were concerned about fraud and fake profiles. SeniorMatch launched Selfie Liveness Verification, a new security feature using AI to authenticate user identities in real-time by comparing live selfies to profile photos, with verified users receiving a badge to increase trust and connection authenticity.
finance.yahoo.com
Online scams and identity fraud cost victims over $3.1 billion in 2024, with adults aged 50 and older disproportionately targeted by catfishing and fake profiles. In response, SeniorMatch dating platform launched Selfie Liveness Verification, a new safety feature using AI to authenticate user identities by comparing live selfies to profile photos, with a survey showing 87% of users over 50 are concerned about identity fraud and 72% prefer verified profiles. The verification process uses end-to-end encryption and immediately deletes biometric data after processing to protect user privacy.
yellowhammernews.com
Fraudulent text messages (smishing) falsely claiming unpaid tolls are increasing in frequency and sophistication, with the FBI receiving nearly 2,000 complaints in the past year and cybersecurity researchers identifying over 10,000 fraudulent domains. These scams use urgent language and fake links to trick victims into revealing personal and financial information, though legitimate toll notices arrive by mail. Experts recommend verifying claims through official toll authority websites, reporting suspicious messages to the FBI's IC3, and immediately contacting your bank if any information was compromised.
harlemworldmagazine.com
AARP New York, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and other officials launched "The Big Shred NY!" initiative, offering 27 free document shredding locations across New York State through May 2025 to help residents safely dispose of personal documents and prevent identity theft. Fraud targeting Americans reached $12.5 billion in 2024—a 25% increase from 2023—with New York State accounting for $534 million in losses, and adults over 50 reporting $159 million in losses from 28,578 documented fraud cases.
reviewjournal.com
This educational piece advises seniors on protecting themselves from identity theft by placing either a fraud alert or credit freeze on their credit files with the three major credit reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). A credit freeze provides stronger protection by restricting access to credit reports and preventing new accounts from being opened in one's name, though it temporarily prevents the account holder from obtaining new credit themselves. Both protections are free, do not affect credit scores, and can be easily set up by contacting any of the three bureaus by phone, online, or mail.
easttexasnews.com
A writer's Facebook account was hacked by criminals from Nigeria who used it to post fake car and trailer advertisements, gaining access through a rarely-contacted friend's account. The author lost access to their 17-year-old account and experienced a fraudulent charge on an associated bank card; meanwhile, local police report that elderly victims in their area have lost entire life savings to similar scams, with approximately 300,000 Facebook accounts hacked daily. The author recommends updating privacy settings, removing personal information from profiles, and limiting social media exposure as preventive measures.
states.aarp.org
AARP New York, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and city officials launched "The Big Shred NY!" initiative, offering 27 free document shredding locations across New York State through May 2025 to help residents safely dispose of personal documents and prevent identity theft. Fraud targeting Americans reached $12.5 billion in 2024—a 25% increase from 2023—with New York State accounting for $534 million in losses, and older adults particularly vulnerable with $159 million lost among those over 50. The program aims to combat the rising sophistication of scams targeting seniors through document destruction as a preventive measure against financial fraud.
finance.yahoo.com
Fraud losses nationwide reached $12.5 billion in 2024, with New York State accounting for $534 million in losses across 118,933 reported cases; older adults were disproportionately affected, with those over 50 reporting 28,578 fraud cases totaling $159 million in losses. AARP New York, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and local officials launched "The Big Shred NY!" — a statewide initiative offering 27 free document shredding locations through May 10, 2025, to help residents safely dispose of personal documents containing sensitive information that could be used for identity theft.
komu.com
Tax season scams spike around Tax Day, with fraudsters impersonating IRS officials, posing as "ghost preparers," and using phishing emails and threatening calls to target filers. The IRS reminds taxpayers that legitimate communication comes only via U.S. mail, never through unsolicited calls, texts, or emails, and the agency never demands payment via gift cards or cryptocurrency. Filers should work with reputable tax professionals, verify charity solicitations with the IRS, and those needing more time can file for an extension by April 15 to gain until October 15 to complete their return.
justice.gov
Two Bremerton, Washington women, Heather Marquis and Emily Vranic, were indicted on charges of conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft for stealing mail and using personal documents to take over the identities of approximately 278 victims between April 2019 and November 2024. The defendants opened credit cards, lines of credit, and accessed bank accounts in victims' names, transferring funds to their own accounts and using victim accounts to pay their mortgage, resulting in an estimated $620,000 in losses. Both defendants face trial in June 2025, with potential sentences ranging up to 30 years in prison depending on convictions.
mitchellnow.com
The Better Business Bureau is warning of a surge in identity and information scams, with federal agencies logging over three million cases in the past year. BBB South Dakota recommends freezing credit with major reporting agencies to prevent scammers from opening accounts or taking loans in victims' names.
investopedia.com
This educational article explains romance scams, which involve scammers creating fake dating profiles to build romantic relationships with victims—particularly older Americans—before requesting money for fabricated emergencies or opportunities. Older people are targeted because they typically have more savings, less familiarity with online scams, and may experience isolation, making them vulnerable to the emotional manipulation of promised romantic connections. The article provides guidance for adult children whose parents fall victim, including stopping communications, reporting to authorities and platforms, attempting to recover funds through banks and financial institutions, and protecting against identity theft.
news.trendmicro.com
**Trend Micro Research on Australian Scam Vulnerability**
A Trend Micro survey of 1,072 Australians revealed significant misconceptions increasing scam vulnerability, including beliefs that scams require oversharing (31%), are easily spotted by poor grammar (47%), or that extortion only occurs through explicit photo sharing (32%). Australians lost over $2 billion to online scams in the past year, with investment scams targeting a quarter of respondents, yet only 15% discussed scam response strategies with family and just 9% use verification phrases against impersonation scams. The research recommends staying wary of unsolicited communications, enabling two
insurancenewsnet.com
This article provides educational guidance for seniors seeking to reduce auto insurance costs, particularly those experiencing premium increases after age 70. Key strategies include raising deductibles, adjusting coverage for older vehicles, taking defensive driving courses, reporting low mileage, bundling policies, enrolling in driver monitoring programs, leveraging membership discounts, improving credit scores, and comparison shopping across insurers. The article also briefly addresses resources available to "solo agers" (unmarried seniors without children) for planning healthcare and financial decision-making in their later years.
forbes.com
The Department of Justice recovered $8.2 million in Tether cryptocurrency stolen through romance baiting scams, including $663,352 from an Ohio woman who fell victim after responding to a wrong-number text in 2023. Romance baiting is a psychological manipulation scheme that builds false intimacy through casual conversation before introducing cryptocurrency investment opportunities with fake trading dashboards and fabricated returns, ultimately trapping victims unable to withdraw their funds. The article also references an 80-year-old Maryland retiree, Judith Boivin, who was targeted by scammers impersonating FBI agents using spoofed caller IDs and forged government communications to extract money under false pretenses of a
standardspeaker.com
This article is an educational advice column, not a fraud or elder abuse case. It provides seniors with legitimate strategies to reduce auto insurance premiums, including increasing deductibles, adjusting coverage on older vehicles, taking defensive driving courses, reporting low mileage, bundling policies, enrolling in driver monitoring programs, seeking membership discounts, improving credit scores, and comparison shopping among insurers. The advice is aimed at helping older drivers manage rising insurance costs, particularly after age 70 when premiums typically increase.
nypost.com
NYC radio host and City Council candidate Frank Morano admitted he wrote a parole letter recommending the release of Robert Giuliano, 49, a convicted romance scam artist, after being manipulated through flattery by the ex-con. After Giuliano's June 2023 release, he immediately resumed his schemes—defrauding travelers with a fake concierge service and targeting women—before being arrested in Arizona in December 2023 and extradited to New York as a fugitive. Morano acknowledged being "duped" by a "professional con artist" and vowed never to help prisoners again, though he characterized the resurfaced story as a political smear attack
forbes.com
Dating app users face increasing risks from romance scams, catfishing, and fraudulent profiles, prompting platforms to implement identity verification technologies. Users can protect themselves by verifying identities through multi-layered verification tools, avoiding profiles that seem too perfect or pressure quick money transfers, keeping personal information private, staying alert to bots, and reporting suspicious activity to the platform. Choosing dating apps with strong safety records and privacy protections is essential for fostering a secure online dating experience.
yahoo.com
Cybersecurity researcher David Maimon discovered scammers selling access to Social Security accounts online, with the goal of taking over victims' benefit payments by changing account details and redirecting funds to fraudulent accounts. Scammers gain access through stolen login credentials and phishing attempts, and the Social Security Administration is implementing new in-person identity verification requirements (as of April 14) to combat the fraud. To protect accounts, beneficiaries should regularly monitor their "my Social Security" accounts, avoid clicking suspicious links, enable two-factor authentication, and never provide cash or personal information to unsolicited callers claiming to be law enforcement.
newslj.com
This article compiles multiple fraud and cybersecurity alerts: a Wyoming resident received a fake PayPal email demanding $379.99 in Bitcoin with artificial urgency, and another resident fell for a suspicious University of Wyoming impersonation email containing a QR code. The piece also highlights that 40 million Americans lost $47 billion to identity fraud in 2024, recommends protective measures like automatic updates and document shredding, and reports on a ChatGPT security vulnerability (CVE-2024-27564) that enabled over 10,000 attack attempts in one week targeting financial institutions, plus a separate Oracle data breach exposing 6 million records including usernames, emails,
ca.finance.yahoo.com
Medical Identity Theft occurs when fraudsters use seniors' personal health information, such as their name or Medicare number, to bill for medical services or supplies never received, potentially affecting both their finances and health through inaccurate medical records. Warning signs include unexpected bills for services never performed, insurance denials due to non-existing conditions, and debt collection contacts for unrecognized expenses. The New York StateWide Senior Action Council advises seniors to protect themselves by safeguarding Medicare cards, avoiding "free" offers from unknown sources, monitoring Medicare statements regularly, and reporting suspected fraud to the NYS Senior Medicare Patrol helpline at 800-333-4374.
forbes.com
Tax fraud schemes in 2025 have become far more sophisticated, leveraging generative AI, deepfake audio, and social engineering to create nearly authentic-looking IRS communications—with nearly half of Americans reporting receipt of fake IRS messages and 55% believing these scams are more convincing than ever. Scammers now use AI-generated personalized emails and voice messages, along with deceptive delivery methods like QR codes and malicious PDFs, to steal credentials and distribute malware, exploiting victims' fear and urgency to pressure quick decisions. Cybersecurity experts recommend layering defenses including multi-factor authentication, credit freezes, IRS Identity Protection PINs,
prnewswire.com
**Summary:**
Medical identity theft occurs when scammers use a senior's personal health information, such as their name or Medicare number, to fraudulently bill for medical services or supplies never received, potentially affecting both their finances and health through inaccurate medical records. Warning signs include unexpected bills for services not received, insurance coverage denials due to non-existent conditions, and debt collection agency contacts about unrecognized medical expenses. Seniors can protect themselves by safeguarding their Medicare numbers, avoiding unsolicited medical offers, purchasing supplies only from verified sources, and regularly reviewing their Medicare Summary Notices and Explanation of Benefits statements.
spokanejournal.com
Washington Trust Bank employees launched a Senior Fraud Awareness workshop series in April 2023 to combat rising scams targeting older adults, after branch staff witnessed seniors being pressured to withdraw cash while on phone calls with scammers. The trio of bank managers has conducted five workshops in Spokane senior living communities and plans to expand regionally, providing FTC data, practical fraud prevention tips, and resources for reporting elder fraud. According to federal data, older adults lost over $1.9 billion to fraud in 2023 alone, with estimates suggesting actual losses could reach $61.5 billion.
finance.yahoo.com
Medical Identity Theft occurs when fraudsters use seniors' personal health information, such as names or Medicare numbers, to bill for medical services or supplies never received, potentially affecting both finances and health through inaccurate medical records. The New York StateWide Senior Action Council identifies warning signs including unexpected medical bills, insurance coverage denials for non-existent conditions, and debt collection contacts for unrecognized expenses. Seniors should protect themselves by keeping Medicare numbers confidential, avoiding unsolicited medical offers, regularly reviewing billing statements, and reporting suspected fraud to the NYS Senior Medicare Patrol at 800-333-4374.
shreveporttimes.com
Ticketmaster scams are increasing nationwide, with victims losing thousands of dollars when hackers gain account access and steal tickets, as exemplified by a St. Louis woman and multiple Taylor Swift "Eras Tour" fans. To protect accounts, users should create strong unique passwords, purchase only from official Ticketmaster channels, and watch for common scams including phishing emails, lookalike websites, fake support numbers, account takeovers, and unauthorized ticket transfers.
cbsnews.com
A Chicago graduate student fell victim to an elaborate employment scam involving a fake remote proofreader job listing impersonating a legitimate California school serving international students; the victim provided personal information including her Social Security number and bank account details during the fake onboarding process, only recognizing the scam when asked to purchase equipment for reimbursement. Her Social Security number was found on the dark web within two days of enrolling in identity theft monitoring services, and the real school reported receiving inquiries from approximately 10 other victims of the same scam.
securitymagazine.com
Cybersecurity experts warn that AI is enabling increasingly sophisticated tax fraud and scams, with malicious actors using AI-generated phishing emails, deepfakes, and voice impersonations to target individuals during tax season, capitalizing on the $9.1 billion in tax and financial fraud identified by the IRS in 2024. Key threats include AI-enhanced phishing attacks mimicking trusted entities like the IRS, credential stuffing exploiting reused passwords, and malicious files hosted on legitimate cloud platforms. Defenders are advised to verify requests through independent channels, use strong unique passwords with multi-factor authentication, implement fraud alerts with credit bureaus, and remain skeptical of urgent communications received via email
kxii.com
The Better Business Bureau is warning of a rise in AI-powered identity theft scams, which have generated nearly five million reports across North America since 2021. Scammers use advanced AI tools to create convincing emails, texts, and even fake phone calls mimicking loved ones to steal sensitive information like social security numbers and bank details, then open fraudulent credit cards and loans in victims' names. Employment scams are the most common vector, as job applicants voluntarily provide personal information during the application process.
bucks.crimewatchpa.com
This educational article outlines common scams targeting seniors—including phone scams, phishing, romance fraud, investment schemes, charity scams, home repair fraud, identity theft, and grandparent scams—and provides practical prevention strategies. Key protective measures include being skeptical of unsolicited contact, safeguarding personal information, avoiding rushed decisions, recognizing communication red flags, verifying identities before trusting, staying informed about technology, and building a support network. The article emphasizes that seniors can protect themselves and their finances through knowledge and vigilance, offering resources like the AARP Fraud Watch Network and National Elder Fraud Hotline for additional support.
yahoo.com
In 2024, scammers targeted elderly residents and visitors in Beaufort County, South Carolina, stealing over $3.1 million across 62 cases by impersonating law enforcement and demanding cryptocurrency transfers via Bitcoin ATMs. The scams exploited urgency and fabricated threats of arrest or legal consequences, with victims directed to convert cash to cryptocurrency at predatory ATMs with high transaction fees. Officials across South Carolina are calling for government oversight of cryptocurrency ATMs, as these machines have become primary tools for targeting aging communities, with the FTC noting that cryptocurrency scam losses in the U.S. increased tenfold between 2020 and 2023.
investopedia.com
Research identifies loneliness and financial fragility as the two most significant risk factors for elder financial fraud victimization. Socially isolated individuals are more vulnerable to relationship-based scams (romance, pig-butchering, affinity fraud) because they lack trusted contacts to validate suspicious offers, while financial stress impairs rational decision-making and increases willingness to take risky financial gambles that fraudsters exploit.
koco.com
Americans lost a record $12.5 billion to scams in 2024, according to the Federal Trade Commission and a new Better Business Bureau report analyzing the year's most dangerous schemes. The top scams involved investment and cryptocurrency schemes (80% loss rate), employment scams targeting young adults 18-34, romance and friendship scams on dating platforms, and imposter scams impersonating major companies. Experts advise consumers to verify credentials, ask questions about investment claims, and verify unsolicited communications to protect against scammers using financial grooming tactics to build trust before exploitation.
newsweek.com
A Georgia man was jailed for allegedly impersonating a police officer ("Sergeant Harding") to scam a registered sex offender in Pennsylvania out of $1,000 in August 2022, claiming he could make a fake warrant disappear if the victim purchased gift cards and paid cash. Law enforcement agencies nationwide report that scammers intermittently target people on sex offender registries with similar police impersonation schemes, though the scams are difficult to track and prevalence varies by jurisdiction. In 2023, American adults lost over $25.4 billion to telephone-based scams overall, with young adults aged 18-44 being three times more likely than older adults to
wesh.com
Americans lost a record $12.5 billion to scams in 2024, with the Better Business Bureau identifying investment/cryptocurrency schemes, employment scams, and romance/friendship scams as the year's most dangerous, often involving financial grooming tactics where scammers build trust over time. Victims of investment and cryptocurrency scams lost money at rates exceeding 80%, while young adults aged 18-34 were primary targets for employment fraud, and imposter scams frequently involved fraudulent claims from PayPal, Publishers Clearing House, and the U.S. Postal Service. Experts recommend verifying credentials, asking questions about unsolicited offers, and confirming communications to avoid falling victim
cointelegraph.com
Australia's corporate watchdog (ASIC) secured court approval to shut down 95 "hydra" companies suspected of operating "pig butchering" scams—romance and cryptocurrency investment frauds where scammers build fake relationships to manipulate victims into investing in fraudulent schemes. Nearly 1,500 investors across 14 countries filed claims totaling over $35.8 million in losses, with the scam activity believed to originate largely from Southeast Asia. ASIC has removed over 10,000 scam websites in recent efforts, though the regulator warns that new fraudulent sites continue to emerge rapidly.
mitrade.com
Australia's Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) shut down 95 companies operating as fronts for crypto romance scams following Federal Court approval, with liquidators appointed to manage the wind-down. Over 1,500 victims from 14 countries have filed claims totaling more than $35 million, with scammers using fake company registrations, stolen identities, and AI-generated content to perpetrate "pig butchering" schemes that increased 40% between 2023-2024. Despite ASIC taking down over 10,000 fraudulent websites, regulators warn that scams remain persistent and evolving, though Australia saw a 26% decline in total sc
wtsp.com
A Manatee County, Florida woman lost $2,400 in a spoofed bank and FTC impersonation scam after receiving a fraudulent email claiming an unauthorized Apple charge on her Chase account. The scammer posed as both a bank representative and FTC official, convincing her to purchase gift cards at multiple retailers (Lowe's, Walmart, and Winn Dixie) under the false premise that authorities were tracking a hacker. The FTC reports that fraud losses increased 25% in 2024, with seniors losing over $2.3 billion, and emphasizes that legitimate government agencies never demand gift card payments or threaten to freeze accounts.
uk.news.yahoo.com
Julie-Anne Kearns, a 47-year-old NHS worker from Dorset who runs a TikTok scam awareness account with over 10,000 followers, fell victim to identity theft in December 2024 when fraudsters attempted to take out loans in her name through three different lenders (Lendable, Moneybarn No 1, and Billing Finance Limited), likely using cloned copies of her passport and driving licence. Despite her extreme vigilance and efforts to prevent fraud, she discovered the identity theft through a credit report and subsequently locked her credit file, though she remains uncertain how the criminals obtained her personal information.
dailystar.co.uk
Julie-Anne Kearns, a 47-year-old NHS worker and anti-scam TikTok creator, was targeted by a dating scam in November 2022 when a fraudster posing as a military surgeon attempted to trick her into buying an iTunes gift card; she avoided the scam through image verification but later discovered her identity had been stolen. In December 2024, Kearns learned that identity thieves had used her personal information to apply for loans with three different lenders (Lendable, Moneybarn No 1, and Billing Finance Limited), prompting her to lock her credit file to prevent further fraud attempts.
asic.gov.au
ASIC successfully obtained Federal Court orders to wind up 95 companies incorporated with false information that were suspected of facilitating "pig butchering" scams (romance baiting scams) involving fake investment platforms for forex, digital assets, and commodities trading. The scammers used professional-looking websites and apps to trick victims into depositing money into accounts controlled by fraudsters, with some companies potentially incorporated using stolen identities. ASIC warns consumers remain highly vigilant against these sophisticated scams, noting it removes approximately 130 scam websites weekly as part of its ongoing enforcement efforts.
sjcda.org
This article combines information about San Joaquin County's District Attorney's office commitment to public safety with educational guidance from the Federal Trade Commission on protecting families from text message scams. The FTC advises parents to teach children to recognize scam texts impersonating legitimate companies and banks, avoid clicking links or sharing personal information, and report suspicious messages, as these scams can lead to identity theft and financial loss. The article also describes Family Justice Centers as collaborative resources that provide comprehensive support to victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, elder abuse, child abuse, and stalking.
investopedia.com
Scammers are increasingly targeting 401(k) retirement accounts through multiple methods including phishing emails, fake investment platforms, impersonation phone calls and text messages, robocalls with AI voice impersonations, and fraudulent rollover schemes. To protect retirement savings, individuals should use two-factor authentication, create strong unique passwords, monitor account notifications, and only conduct rollovers with trusted financial institutions while remaining vigilant against suspicious communications and fake investment opportunities.
aarp.org
This AARP article provides cybersecurity best practices from four professionals to help protect against digital scams. Key recommendations include: regularly restarting your phone to remove potential scammer access, storing sensitive documents on external hard drives rather than desktop computers, enabling two-factor authentication on accounts, and changing passwords every six months. The article emphasizes that these preventive measures are essential as digital scams become increasingly sophisticated.
communitynewspapers.com
Frauds and scams are escalating in Miami-Dade County, with consumers nationwide reporting over $12.5 billion in losses to fraud in 2024—a 25 percent increase from the previous year—and seniors facing particular vulnerability to identity theft, telemarketing fraud, and fraudulent solicitations. In response, District 5 Commissioner Eileen Higgins launched Lunch and Learn workshops in partnership with the county's Consumer Protection Division, which have educated over 100 seniors across low-income housing communities with ten workshops planned total. The workshops provide practical fraud prevention strategies, including guidance on protecting personal information, recognizing scams, monitoring financial accounts, and reporting suspicious activity to
local.aarp.org
Hawaii consumers lost $61.6 million to scams in 2024, a 32 percent increase from the prior year, with the most common frauds involving imposters, identity theft, and investment scams conducted via social media and cryptocurrency. AARP Hawaii is hosting a series of webinars in April featuring FBI agents and fraud prevention experts to help residents, particularly older adults (kupuna), recognize and report fraud including business imposter scams, online shopping fraud, and Medicare-related schemes. The webinars aim to educate consumers on protecting themselves and their families while encouraging fraud reporting despite the stigma surrounding victimization.