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news9live.com
· 2025-12-08
A 37-year-old woman from Navi Mumbai lost Rs 54 lakh in four days after being lured by a work-from-home scam promising payment for rating companies and restaurants; she transferred money to multiple accounts to secure the work before the fraudsters stopped responding. The article advises potential victims to research company credentials, avoid job offers on social media, never pay upfront fees for genuine job opportunities, and be skeptical of promises of high returns.
securityboulevard.com
· 2025-12-08
North Korean hackers posed as American IT workers to secure remote positions at over 300 U.S. companies, including Fortune 500 firms in technology, aerospace, and entertainment sectors, using stolen identities and laptop farms to funnel salaries into Pyongyang's nuclear weapons program while potentially installing malware on company networks. Two conspirators were arrested—Oleksandr Didenko (Ukrainian, facing up to 67 years) and Christina Chapman (Arizona, facing up to 97 years)—with the latter operating a laptop farm containing over 90 computers from her home, while authorities continue searching for additional foreign co-conspirators and offer a $5 million reward for information
news18.com
· 2025-12-08
Arup, a British multinational engineering firm, lost $25.6 million in January 2024 to a deepfake scam targeting a finance employee in Hong Kong. The victim was deceived by fake video calls impersonating the company's CFO and other officials and authorized 15 transfers totaling 200 million Hong Kong dollars before the fraud was discovered. The incident highlights the increasing sophistication of deepfake technology and cyber threats, with company leadership warning employees to remain vigilant against evolving scamming techniques.
wionews.com
· 2025-12-08
Indian citizens were lured abroad through social media job scams promising high salaries, only to be trafficked into online fraud operations in Cambodia and neighboring countries. A UN report documented over 100,000 people globally trafficked into these scam centers, with victims like a 41-year-old man who was promised $900/month as a data entry operator but was instead imprisoned, had his passport confiscated, and forced to perpetrate internet fraud. Experts attribute the vulnerability to India's lack of employment opportunities for youth, which scammers exploit by dangling lucrative overseas positions on social platforms.
shorenewsnetwork.com
· 2025-12-08
A 26-year-old male in Wilkes-Barre, PA was defrauded of $2,500 after receiving a call from someone impersonating a Luzerne County Sheriff's Office official who claimed an outstanding arrest warrant existed against him. The scammer convinced the victim to transfer money from his bank account to resolve the false warrant, and the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department is actively investigating the case.
foxsanantonio.com
· 2025-12-08
Texas ranks third nationally for elder fraud, with 7,035 complaints from people over 60 resulting in losses exceeding $278 million in 2023, involving scams such as phishing, romance schemes, and cryptocurrency fraud. The article features Dennis and Joy Shockey, an elderly couple who lost nearly $170,000 to a pop-up computer scam and recovered only about one-third through crowdfunding, illustrating how swift action is critical for potential fund recovery. Experts note that elderly Texans are particularly vulnerable targets, with scammers often funneling stolen money through fake accounts near the Mexican border.
localnews8.com
· 2025-12-08
Idaho's Department of Finance is warning residents about an uptick in precious metals scams where fraudsters convince victims their identities or accounts have been compromised, then direct them to purchase gold or precious metals and hand them over to fake couriers posing as government officials or financial professionals. According to the FBI, victims lost over $55 million to these cash and precious metals courier scams during the last eight months of 2023, with seniors being disproportionately targeted. The advisory urges Idahoans to be skeptical of unsolicited requests to purchase precious metals for "protection" and to report suspected scams immediately to authorities.
news4jax.com
· 2025-12-08
McAfee data predicts one in four people will fall victim to travel scams during summer 2024, with scammers increasingly using AI-generated deepfakes and realistic phishing emails to target travelers. Nearly 25% of victims lost $1,000 or more per scam, with common tactics including copycat websites, fake reviews, and requests for wire transfers or gift cards. Experts recommend booking through verified websites, exercising skepticism about online reviews, avoiding public Wi-Fi, and reporting suspected scams to the FTC.
kwch.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau warns that rental scams surge from May to August, with victims losing money and housing during peak moving season. Scammers often lack verifiable contact information and use fake online listings to defraud renters. The BBB recommends working only with rental companies that provide contact details, requesting virtual tours or video calls with owners, and avoiding companies unwilling to verify their legitimacy before payment.
windsorpolice.ca
· 2025-12-08
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wmur.com
· 2025-12-08
The "Say Yes" scam, where scammers allegedly record someone saying "yes" to authorize fraudulent purchases, is largely a myth with no documented financial losses reported to the Better Business Bureau. Cyber security experts explain that a recording of the word "yes" alone cannot authorize purchases, and the urban legend likely originated from telemarketers using automated systems to verify active phone numbers. Consumers should be aware of related scams where callers impersonate law enforcement claiming to have intercepted packages containing drugs, but the specific "Say Yes" recording scam is not a legitimate financial threat.
boothbayregister.com
· 2025-12-08
Home improvement scams disproportionately target older adults and can cost homeowners thousands of dollars through shoddy workmanship, unfinished projects, or property damage. To protect against contractor fraud, homeowners should obtain multiple estimates and references, avoid paying full costs upfront, and proactively seek reputable contractors rather than responding to unsolicited solicitations. Those who suspect fraud can report it to local law enforcement or contact the AARP Fraud Watch Network at 877-908-3360.
cachevalleydaily.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers stole over $3.4 billion from Americans over 60 last year, with the FBI receiving more than 100,000 complaints and nearly 6,000 victims losing over $100,000 each. The most common schemes include tech support scams, romance fraud, investment fraud, and account-compromise scams where criminals impersonate officials and either pressure victims to transfer funds electronically or arrange in-person courier pickups of cash and precious metals. The FBI warns that families should conduct "tech check-ins" with elderly parents and implement preventive measures, as scammers increasingly use sophisticated and brazen tactics that can leave victims financially devastated.
aol.com
· 2025-12-08
A 37-year-old Illinois man, Ligneshkumar Patel, was charged with stealing $148,000 in gold Krugerrand coins from a 73-year-old Edwardsville woman in March 2024 after scammers posing as PayPal convinced her to purchase the coins with her retirement funds and hand them over to him. Patel, arrested in Wisconsin while attempting to scam another victim, served as the middleman in the scheme and faces two felony counts. Police Chief Michael Fillback warned that such scams targeting vulnerable individuals through fake identity fraud alerts and high-pressure tactics demanding immediate payment have become increasingly common, and advised victims
wbay.com
· 2025-12-08
AARP declared a "fraud crisis in America," noting that while the Federal Trade Commission reported record losses exceeding $10 billion last year, actual losses may be ten times higher due to significant underreporting. Bank impersonation scams are currently the most concerning threat, where criminals pose as fraud investigators to convince victims to move money to fake "safe accounts." AARP emphasizes that fraud victims should not feel ashamed, encourages reporting to authorities and one's bank, and urges the public to discuss scams openly to reduce vulnerability.
kvnutalk.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, scammers stole over $3.4 billion from older Americans through increasingly sophisticated schemes, with the FBI receiving more than 100,000 complaints from victims over 60, nearly 6,000 of whom lost over $100,000 each. Common tactics include tech support scams, romance fraud, investment schemes, and impersonation of officials who convince victims their accounts are compromised and direct them to move funds to secret accounts or arrange in-person courier pickups of cash or gold. The FBI warns that losses have risen sharply since the pandemic as organized criminal enterprises target vulnerable older adults, and recommends grown children conduct "tech check-ins" with aging parents to
krforadio.com
· 2025-12-08
A 2023 study by Incogni found that U.S. residents over age 60 lost $3.4 billion to fraud—a 10.6% increase from 2022—with 101,068 reports filed, up 14.5% from the prior year. Minnesota elderly were among the hardest hit nationally, with victims over 60 losing an average of $44,623 each, ranking third-highest per-victim loss behind only DC and Hawaii. The article advises protecting against scams by scrutinizing emails for misspellings, avoiding clicking suspicious links, and verifying requests directly with companies' official websites or customer service.
news4sanantonio.com
· 2025-12-08
Texas ranks third in the nation for elder fraud, with 7,035 complaints from seniors over 60 resulting in losses exceeding $278 million in 2023, according to the FBI report. Scams include phishing, romance schemes, investment fraud, and cryptocurrency theft, with one couple in their 80s losing nearly $200,000 through a pop-up computer scam. Experts note that quick reporting is critical for potential fund recovery, though victims like the Shockeys have had limited success retrieving losses.
wxyz.com
· 2025-12-08
Two elderly Troy, Michigan residents lost over $1 million combined to online scams between October 2023 and February 2024—an 81-year-old man lost $460,000 to a fake gold investment scheme, and another senior lost $700,000 to a Publishers Clearing House tax scam. Police are investigating both cases and note these scams are becoming more frequent, with scammers using convincing tactics, urgency, and increasingly AI-generated voices to pressure victims into sending money or personal information. Experts recommend seniors verify requests with family members, be cautious of rushed decisions, and trust their instincts when something feels suspicious.
wsiu.org
· 2025-12-08
Fraudsters are sending text message phishing scams impersonating toll collection services like the Illinois Tollway and Florida Turnpike, claiming recipients owe small amounts (typically around $12) and threatening $50 late fees to pressure immediate payment. The Better Business Bureau advises consumers to verify any toll debt by visiting the official toll service website or calling their customer service line directly rather than clicking links in unsolicited messages.
kunc.org
· 2025-12-08
Scammers across Colorado are using phone calls, texts, and emails impersonating law enforcement, the IRS, tech support, and other trusted entities to defraud victims of thousands of dollars. In 2023, Colorado reported $188 million in losses across 11,000+ victims, ranking 7th nationally per capita, with Summit County Sheriff's Office reporting 80 fraud cases so far this year totaling tens of thousands in losses. Authorities advise remaining skeptical of urgent requests, offers that seem too good to be true, and unsolicited contact, and recommend reporting suspicious activity to StopFraudColorado.gov or IC3.gov, noting that once funds are
the-sun.com
· 2025-12-08
Voice cloning scams use artificial intelligence to impersonate loved ones requesting emergency money, as exemplified when fraud attorney Gary Schildhorn nearly lost $9,000 after receiving a call from what he believed was his injured son in jail. Scammers obtain voice samples from social media, voicemail, and phone recordings, making complete protection difficult despite technology companies offering verification features. To protect against such scams, experts recommend using secret code words with family members, hanging up and independently verifying caller identity through known contact information, and remaining skeptical of urgent requests for immediate payment.
the-sun.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
AI voice cloning scams use just a three-second voice clip from social media to impersonate victims and deceive their family and friends into sending money. Nearly a quarter of British adults have experienced or witnessed such scams, with 78 percent losing money, as criminals exploit emotional manipulation and high-pressure scenarios (like fabricated accidents or emergencies) to bypass victims' logic. The technology is readily available online through free and paid tools, making it increasingly accessible to scammers.
blockonomi.com
· 2025-12-08
U.S. authorities arrested two Chinese nationals, Daren Li and Yicheng Zhang, for orchestrating a transnational money laundering scheme that funneled over $73 million from "pig butchering" cryptocurrency scams through U.S. financial institutions and converted the funds into USDT (Tether) tokens. The defendants directed co-conspirators to establish shell company bank accounts where victims were deceived into depositing millions, which were then dispersed to accounts in the Bahamas and converted to cryptocurrency. If convicted on money laundering charges, each defendant faces up to 140 years in prison.
knoe.com
· 2025-12-08
Jo Ann Deal from the Better Business Bureau discussed unfair and deceptive trade practices, emphasizing that these violations occur across all states and highlighting the importance of understanding paper and electronic billing laws. Consumers are encouraged to contact the BBB at (318)-387-4600 to learn more about their rights under Louisiana billing laws and how to identify deceptive trade practices.
winonapost.com
· 2025-12-08
**Article:** U.S. Department of Justice - Elder Fraud Overview
Millions of elderly Americans lose over $3 billion annually to financial fraud schemes including romance, tech support, grandparent, government impersonation, sweepstakes, home repair, and caregiver scams. Seniors are frequently targeted because they tend to be trusting, have savings and good credit, and are often reluctant to report fraud due to shame or concerns about losing independence. The DOJ recommends protection strategies including recognizing scam attempts, verifying contact information online, resisting pressure to act quickly, avoiding unsolicited offers, never sharing personal information with unverified sources, maintaining updated security
icij.org
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Treasury Department released a national illicit finance strategy outlining plans to operationalize its new beneficial ownership database for law enforcement, modernize anti-money laundering policies, and address emerging threats including cryptocurrency "pig butchering scams," ransomware, and real estate money laundering. The strategy identifies regulatory gaps in the financial system and highlights recent enforcement actions, including efforts to seize properties purchased with illicit funds, such as apartments linked to foreign officials and corrupt actors. Treasury aims to improve collaboration between domestic and international partners while developing new secure financial platforms and providing training for regulators to combat evolving financial crimes.
sandhillsexpress.com
· 2025-12-08
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Nebraska identified an impersonation scam using U.S. Attorney Susan Lehr's name, image, and title in fraudulent emails requesting payment from victims; several concerned citizens reported receiving the emails, but no financial losses occurred. The office advises recipients to avoid opening attachments or sharing personal information, and to report such emails to the FBI Tip Line and FTC Fraud Line, noting that the U.S. Attorney's Office only collects money for court-ordered restitution in criminal cases.
palmbeachpost.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams affected 70,000 people in 2022, resulting in $1.3 billion in losses with an average loss of over $4,000 per victim, according to the FTC. Florida ranked third nationally with 1,474 reported victims losing $53.4 million. The article identifies ten warning signs of romance scammers, including unusually fast professions of love, reluctance to video chat, requests to move communications off dating platforms, claims of emergencies requiring money transfers, poor grammar, and pressure to keep the relationship secret from friends and family.
waff.com
· 2025-12-08
A Huntsville business lost over $1.5 million in a check-washing scam, where criminals stole checks from the mail, used chemicals to remove the original ink, and replaced it with fraudulent information before cashing them. The U.S. Postal Service recovers over $1 billion annually in counterfeit checks and money orders nationwide. To prevent check washing, the Better Business Bureau recommends using gel pens, employing electronic payments, avoiding overnight check drop box deposits, and mailing checks directly at post office locations or using a P.O. box instead of a physical mailbox.
fox26houston.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
This educational piece from the Better Business Bureau provides guidance on avoiding contractor scams during storm damage repairs. The article emphasizes the importance of vetting contractors and taking precautions when hiring someone to work on storm-damaged homes, a vulnerable period when fraudsters often target homeowners needing urgent repairs.
globalnews.ca
· 2025-12-08
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crypto.news
· 2025-12-08
An investor lost over $101,000 in cryptocurrency across multiple blockchains after falling victim to a phishing scam that exploited a multi-call function vulnerability, allowing attackers to execute unauthorized transactions that appeared legitimate. The attackers tricked the victim into signing transactions containing malicious code that enabled fund transfers without consent, while the exploiter retained approximately $220,000 in stolen assets across various chains. This incident is part of a broader trend of phishing attacks in the crypto space, with similar schemes resulting in losses exceeding $674,000 and $180,000 in other recent cases.
ca.sports.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Two Los Angeles retirees, both in their late 70s/early 80s, lost approximately $79,500 and $75,000 respectively to tech support and cryptocurrency scams in early 2024. Neal was duped into allowing remote computer access after a fake software subscription email, while Mrs. K. was tricked by a pop-up virus alert into withdrawing cash and depositing it into bitcoin machines at multiple locations. The article notes that elder fraud is widespread and sophisticated, with the FBI reporting that victims over 60 lost $3.1 billion in 2022, and recommends disconnecting from the internet when encountering suspicious pop-ups and being cautious of uns
techcrunch.com
· 2025-12-08
On Tuesday, major tech companies including Match Group, Meta, and Coinbase launched "Tech Against Scams," a coalition aimed at combating online fraud across dating apps, social media, and cryptocurrency platforms. Romance scams cost users more than any other fraud type as of 2019, while social media scams caused $770 million in losses in 2021 and investment scams exceeded $3.8 billion in losses in 2022; the coalition plans to improve fraud detection, user education, and data-sharing between platforms to address these issues.
uk.news.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, UK consumers lost a record £85.9 million to purchase scams, with 156,000 cases recorded where victims paid for goods or services that never materialized, according to UK Finance. Purchase scams accounted for approximately two-thirds of the 232,429 authorized push payment (APP) fraud cases reported, with total APP losses reaching £459.7 million; romance scams also hit a record high at £36.5 million lost. UK Finance warned that scammers would likely target consumers seeking tickets to major 2023 events like the Olympics and Taylor Swift concerts, with Lloyds Bank estimating over £1 million already lost to frau
prnewswire.com
· 2025-12-08
Major technology companies including Meta, Coinbase, Match Group, Ripple, Kraken, and Gemini announced the formation of "Tech Against Scams," a coalition aimed at collaborating to prevent and disrupt online fraud schemes such as romance scams, crypto scams, and "pig butchering" scams. The coalition will share threat intelligence, best practices, and consumer education strategies to identify and combat evolving financial scams that target users across multiple platforms. This cross-industry effort addresses the challenge that scammers operate across multiple services, requiring coordinated action that no single company can achieve alone.
ca.finance.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
Tech and crypto companies including Meta, Match, Coinbase, Kraken, Ripple, and Gemini formed a coalition called Tech Against Scams to combat romance scams and "pig butchering" schemes, where scammers gain victims' trust before stealing money through fake investment opportunities. The initiative was announced in response to a surge in fraud losses, including $700 million lost to romance scams and $2.5 billion to crypto scams in 2022, with criminal gangs primarily based in Southeast Asia using human trafficking victims to target victims via social media and dating platforms. By sharing threat information and tools across companies, the coalition aims to disrupt scam networks more quickly an
fortune.com
· 2025-12-08
A coalition of major tech and crypto companies—including Match, Meta, Coinbase, Kraken, Ripple, and Gemini—launched Tech Against Scams to combat romance scams and "pig butchering" schemes that have cost Americans $700 million in romance scams (2022) and $2.5 billion in crypto-related scams overall. Criminal gangs primarily based in Southeast Asia exploit social media, dating platforms, and cryptocurrency to build false relationships and trick victims into sending money, with a recent arrest of two Chinese nationals revealing a single syndicate that stole at least $73 million. The coalition aims to share threat intelligence and security tools to more rapidly identify an
itechpost.com
· 2025-12-08
**Cryptocurrency scams targeting seniors have become a billion-dollar crisis, with victims over 60 losing $3.4 billion in 2023—including $1.6 billion specifically through cryptocurrency transactions—according to FBI data.** Common schemes include investment fraud, romance scams, and tech support impersonation, where scammers exploit older adults' unfamiliarity with digital assets to pressure them into sending money via crypto platforms. Companies like Lionsgate Network are developing blockchain forensics technology to trace and freeze stolen crypto assets and recover funds through legal channels.
wlos.com
· 2025-12-08
A sophisticated scam in Asheville, North Carolina defrauded two residents of $50,000 total, in which suspects posed as Microsoft employees after displaying pop-up warnings on victims' computers, then convinced them to withdraw cash and sent an in-person courier to collect it from their homes. The scam is notable for its rare in-person component, involving a suspect driving a dark silver or gray Toyota Highlander with possible front-right quarter panel damage. Police are warning residents to verify the identity of anyone claiming to represent Microsoft or other companies before providing money or access to their homes.
aba.com
· 2025-12-08
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justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
A mother-daughter duo and three co-conspirators were sentenced to federal prison for stealing personal information from two elderly residents in Miami-Dade County and using it to fraudulently purchase over $500,000 in vehicles and obtain credit cards and pandemic relief loans (EIDL and SBA) between May-June 2020. Aisladys Diaz, a home health aide, stole the identities and shared them with her daughter Ailensy Buron Diaz and three others who executed the fraud scheme; sentences ranged from 30 to 52 months in prison with restitution hearings pending.
fox7austin.com
· 2025-12-08
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative members reported increased phone scam attempts wherein callers falsely claimed their power would be disconnected unless they made immediate payments. The cooperative clarified that it never demands payment by phone and instead notifies delinquent accounts through mail and courtesy calls before disconnection. Members are advised not to pay or share personal information if they receive such calls without prior written or courtesy notice, and should report suspicious calls to local law enforcement and member services.
newstribune.com
· 2025-12-08
Jefferson City police received multiple reports of cryptocurrency phone scams targeting both individuals and local business employees, prompting the department to issue a public warning. The scams involved callers attempting to solicit cryptocurrency from victims through phone contact.
abc7ny.com
· 2025-12-08
This segment features consumer advice on identifying and avoiding job offer text scams, a growing threat where scammers use SMS messages to impersonate employers and target job seekers. The piece, presented by Nina Pineda on a New York-based news program, aims to educate viewers on protective measures against this type of fraud.
14news.com
· 2025-12-08
The Evansville Police Department warns of a rising trend in rental property scams where fraudsters impersonate property representatives on social media, collect deposits or rent payments from victims, and have no actual authority over the properties. Victims have lost nearly $2,000 each, with minimal chances of recovery, and scammers often use tactics like unusually low prices, pressure for quick wire transfers, and avoidance of in-person meetings. The police advise potential renters to watch for red flags, report suspicious listings to website administrators and the Federal Trade Commission, and contact the Financial Crimes Unit if victimized.
dav.org
· 2025-12-08
U.S. veterans reported $350 million in fraud losses in 2023, representing a $60 million increase from 2022, with over 74,000 fraud reports and a median loss of $577 per victim according to FTC data. The Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion (VSAFE) Act (H.R. 6452) was introduced to address this growing problem by establishing a dedicated scam and fraud evasion officer within the Department of Veterans Affairs to help veterans identify, report, and prevent fraud. Veterans are twice as likely as the general population to fall victim to scams including identity theft, loans, and investment fraud, making this centralize
mediavillage.com
· 2025-12-08
Nearly half of scam victims (49%) have experienced postal delivery scams, which exploit the increasing volume of door-to-door deliveries to target people. Scammers use malicious parcel schemes to capitalize on consumers' expectations of legitimate package deliveries.
bankingjournal.aba.com
· 2025-12-08
Banking industry associations testified before the Senate that combating fraud requires a coordinated, multi-sector approach beyond banks' technology and consumer education efforts alone. The associations emphasized that successful fraud prevention requires cooperation from law enforcement, telecommunications regulators, and social media companies to address all stages of scams, from target identification to fund processing. They highlighted the industry's existing anti-phishing campaigns and technology investments while calling for regulators to prevent phone number spoofing and social media platforms to remove fraudulent accounts impersonating financial professionals.