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newsroom.paypal-corp.com · 2026-03-10

Common Scams and How to Stop Them - PayPal Newsroom

PayPal and Venmo take our commitment to protect our customers very seriously, and we want to arm you with the information you need to stay safe. Scammers are getting smarter, but so can you. Bad actor...

lakecountyexam.com · 2026-03-10

Savvy Senior: Top senior scams and how to avoid them | Crime | lakecountyexam.com

Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? - Almost 80 Dear...

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wbbjtv.com · 2026-03-10

Spam texts hitting Americans at record pace; experts share tips to avoid 'smishing' scams

JACKSON, Tenn. — Scam text messages are being reported to the Better Business Bureau in growing numbers, and experts say the problem is getting worse. Robokiller reports Americans are receiving more ...

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cbs19news.com · 2026-03-10

AARP warns taxpayers to watch for scams during tax season | News - cbs19news.com

As tax season continues, officials are reminding people to be cautious about sharing personal information to avoid becoming victims of scams. CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- As tax season contin...

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insidehalton.com · 2026-03-10

Young Canadians most vulnerable to AI scams, according to latest survey - Inside Halton

A new Scotiabank poll has found that while young Canadians are confident about their ability to spot AI scams, they are also the most vulnerable. While many young Canadian adults feel confident they ...

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theindependent.sg · 2026-03-10

Singapore cryptocurrency scam cases rise; victims lost S$182M in 2025

SINGAPORE: Singapore saw fewer scams and cybercrime cases in 2025, but the threat remains serious. Police say scammers are still finding ways to reach victims, especially through cryptocurrency scheme...

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noticias.foxnews.com · 2026-03-09

Why widows and divorced women are targets for retirement scams - Fox News

International Women's Day celebrates empowerment, independence and resilience. However, people rarely talk about a difficult reality. Women navigating major life transitions, especially widows and div...

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macaudailytimes.com.mo · 2026-03-09

Total scam losses of MOP300 million last year nearly match 2023 record

PJ director Sit Chong Meng The Judiciary Police (PJ) reported that the number of online fraud cases last year totaled 810, reflecting a downward trend, yet noted that total losses have returned to th...

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wcax.com · 2026-03-09

IRS scams spiking during tax time - WCAX

BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - With tax season underway, scammers are wasting no time in trying to get your hard-earned money. Aggressive robocalls have been surging, with criminals impersonating the IRS a...

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wsls.com · 2026-03-09

Consumer Reports: Exposing top social media scams

John Appicello, Anchor We’re working for you to expose social media scams. Misleading ads for “easy money” or “rapid weight loss” may wind up costing you your hard-earned money. Meta, the parent com...

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finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-09

Ever sent money on Venmo or Zelle? Payment app scams are rising - Yahoo Finance

Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. If you’re one of the hundreds of millions of Americans who use payment apps, you’ve probably wondere...

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boston.com · 2026-03-09

Boston police issue scam warning for fake parking violations

Boston police are warning the public about a scam involving parking violation notices which falsely appear to be from Boston Municipal Court. The fraudulent notices were not issued by the court or an...

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fox29.com · 2026-03-09

New toll scam uses fake texts from Philadelphia Courts

SYMBOL - 05 July 2024, Berlin: A woman holds a smartphone in her hand. Photo: Helena Dolderer/dpa (Photo by Helena Dolderer/picture alliance via Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Court ha...

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lavalnews.ca · 2026-03-09

Scammer from Laval who targeted Nova Scotiaseniorssentenced to house arrest

A fraud artist living in Laval who was facing more than 30 charges in Atlantic Canada after taking part in a scheme to cheat senior citizens while posing as a policeman, a lawyer and a bail bondsman h...

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butlerradio.com · 2026-03-09

State SenatorElderVogel Hosting Scams Seminar - ButlerRadio.com

An event is being held later this week that aims to protect senior residents from scams that are circulating. State Senator Elder Vogel is hosting an Elder Scams and Prevention seminar Monday at 11 a...

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aol.com · 2026-03-09

Why widows and divorced women are targets for retirement scams- AOL.com

International Women's Day celebrates empowerment, independence and resilience. However, people rarely talk about a difficult reality. Women navigating major life transitions, especially widows and div...

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cdotrends.com · 2026-03-09

Thailand's Most Dangerous Bank Fraudster Is You | CDOTrends

The Anantara Siam Bangkok hotel smells of jasmine and money. On the ground floor, at a corner table in a restaurant, Nutapone Apiluktoyanunt leans forward and says something that should concern every ...

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ckom.com · 2026-03-09

LISTEN: Finance expert stresses importance of reporting fraud | 650 CKOM

It’s Fraud Prevention Month, an important time to highlight scam attempts right here in Saskatchewan. Recent data from Saskatchewan RCMP shows fraud reports in the province rose 81 per cent between 2...

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patch.com · 2026-03-08

Fairfax Scam Jam Avoiding ModernRomance& Cryptocurrency Scams | Vienna, VA Patch

Today’s fraud landscape blends technology with emotional manipulation, making scams harder to spot and easier for criminals to scale. The Fairfax Scam Jam unpacks two of the fastest‑growing threats: r...

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news.usps.com · 2026-03-08

Here's what Link covered March 1-7 - USPS Employee News

National Consumer Protection Week was March 1-7, and Link shone a light on some of the many ways crooks, quacks and con artists ply their trade. This includes a new tool at their disposal: artificial...

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abc7ny.com · 2026-03-08

Don't be a victim of extortion! Know the signs for Consumer Protection Week - abc7NY

It's National Consumer Protection Week, and 7 On Your Side is helping consumers dodge fraud. According to the most recent data available, the Federal Trade Commissioner says the number of scams repor...

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foxnews.com · 2026-03-08

Be aware of extortion scam emails claiming your data is stolen - Fox News

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. You open your inbox and see a message that instantly makes your stomach drop. Someone claims they have your passwords,...

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finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-08

4 Tax Refund Scams To Watch Out For - Yahoo Finance

Tax season is already stressful for many people. The last thing you need is a fake text about your tax refund or a call claiming you owe money. For You: Stimulus Checks in the Form of Tax Refunds? W...

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theguardian.com · 2026-03-08

The £49 'driller killer': steps to avoid locksmith scams- The Guardian

Rogue operators draw in customers by advertising low prices, but when the work is done they invoice 10 times that sum Late on a Sunday night, you put your key into the front door and it snaps when yo...

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aol.com · 2026-03-08

Scammer Caught Red-Handed After Fleecing 81-Year-Old Lithia Woman Out Of Thousands

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Deputies in Hillsborough County have taken 40-year-old Min Chen into custody following a sting operation that halted an ongoing fraud scheme targeting an elderly resident. ...

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aol.com · 2026-03-08

Florida, Arizona Senators Launch War On Scammers With “National Slam The Scam Day”

A bipartisan coalition in the U.S. Senate is taking a stand against the rising tide of financial fraud by officially designating March 5th as “National Slam the Scam Day.” Led by Chairman Rick Scott a...

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coloradosun.com · 2026-03-08

What's Working: Imposter- scam complaints decline in Colorado, but consumer complaints hit record

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straitstimes.com · 2026-03-07

How South-east Asia became home to the world's scam farms | The Straits Times

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments The KK Park complex, a scam hub, in Myanmar’s eastern Myawaddy township, as pictured from Mae Sot district in Thailand’s border province o...

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mexc.com · 2026-03-07

Pig butcheringis creating entirely new industries | MEXC News

By now, most people involved in crypto are at least familiar with the concept of pig butchering, if not aware that it’s a growing problem with widespread consequences. However, what most won’t know i...

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indiatechnologynews.in · 2026-03-07

Bybit Unveils 2025 Security Milestone; Intercepts $300 Million in Scam-Linked Withdrawals ...

New Delhi, 6th March, 2026: Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the results of its 2025 Security Initiative, highlighting the interception and ...

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patronis.house.gov · 2026-03-07

CONSUMER ALERT*** Congressman Patronis Warns Consumers of Computer Takeover Scams

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Patronis is warning residents about a sharp increase in computer takeover scams that are targeting individuals and families across the country. These scams are becoming ...

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wcax.com · 2026-03-07

How scammers use AI to imitate popular creators, sell fake products - WCAX

This report contains AI-generated images and videos created to show you the best ways to identify real versus AI. EAST TAWAS, Mich. (Aging Untold) — An 84-year-old TikTok creator who built a followin...

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press-herald.com · 2026-03-07

Karen's Korner:Elder fraud- Minden Press-Herald

Karen’s Korner, I wanted to include this article I read the other day for an update on Scams and Fraud: This is the article from the FBI website: Boston “Elder fraud is a growing problem and a shame...

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newstalkkgvo.com · 2026-03-07

How A Montana Woman Exploited HerElderlyParents' Finances - Newstalk KGVO

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On March 4, 2026, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced that a Big Horn County woman received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was ordered to pay $101,17...

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americanbanker.com · 2026-03-07

True crime, fakeromance: Inside one victim's fight with banks | American Banker

An elderly man with dementia was systematically drained of $337,000 in a sophisticated, Cyprus-based "romance scam" that some banks failed to stop — and instead are retaining high-powered defense lawy...

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miltonnow.ca · 2026-03-07

Police warning ofRomance Scams during Fraud Prevention Month | FM101 Milton Now

Police are reminding residents to stay vigilant against romance scams as part of Fraud Prevention Month, warning that the schemes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Romance scams typicall...

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americanbanker.com · 2026-03-07

What do banks owe victims ofromance scams? - American Banker

Tainted loveRomance scams put banks in a bad spot, as our Kate Berry writes. She recounts the story of one victim who lost almost $350,000 over the course of several years. The scammers systematically...

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news.usps.com · 2026-03-07

Scammers were no match for these employees - USPS

In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, which runs through Saturday, March 7, “People” is revisiting several recent situations where USPS employees sensed a scam and acted accordingly. •...

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newswire.ca · 2026-03-07

Younger Canadians most confident in spotting AI- scams are also most likely to fall forfraud

79% of young Canadians know how to identify fraud, but 82% worry AI will result in more sophisticated financial scams TORONTO, March 6, 2026 /CNW/ - Most young Canadians believe they're able to spot ...

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ullaw.ca · 2026-03-07

Toronto Man Charged in $2.5M Investment Scam Impacting Locals - UL Lawyers

An image of downtown Toronto where the investment scam suspect was charged. Image: CityNews Toronto A 40-year-old Toronto man, Sergiy Shchavyelyev, has been arrested at the heart of an alleged $2.5 ...

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koaa.com · 2026-03-06

Top five scams targeting people 60 and up in Colorado, how to protect yourself - KOAA

COLORADO (KOAA) — Scams and predatory tactics targeting the elderly across the United States and in Colorado continue to be a growing trend. The latest data available for scams in Colorado and the Un...

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accc.gov.au · 2026-03-06

National Anti- Scam Centre taskforce report highlights value of joint effort to tackleromance scams

The National Anti-Scam Centre has released its latest fusion cell report today, detailing how a sector-wide crackdown on romance scams has helped to strengthen disruption efforts, enhance intelligence...

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tradingview.com · 2026-03-06

How US investigators traced $61M in crypto tied toromance scams across wallets

Key takeawaysFederal authorities in North Carolina seized more than $61 million in USDT, revealing how pig-butchering schemes combine emotional manipulation with fraudulent crypto investment platforms...

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womansworld.com · 2026-03-06

How a TinderRomance Scam Cost Me $26K—and Changed My Life Forever

Beth Hyland never imagined she’d fall victim to a romance scam. But after meeting a man on Tinder who seemed perfect—too perfect—she lost $26,000 to an elaborate fraud scheme. The experience left her ...

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republicmonitor.com · 2026-03-06

BBB Tips: Protect your heart and your wallet fromromance scams

ST. LOUIS — Looking for love? The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends being on the lookout for romance scams when dating online, as artificial intelligence tools and cryptocurrency are adding new ...

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wkyt.com · 2026-03-06

Good Question: What are the signs of an online scam? - WKYT

LEXINGTON, Ky. — There are a wide variety of online scams that involve people trying to steal money or even your personal information. For today’s Good Question, a viewer asks, I’ve been playing swee...

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irs.gov · 2026-03-06

Dirty Dozen tax scams for 2026: IRS reminds taxpayers to watch out for dangerous threats

IR-2026-30, March 5, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, bus...

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protos.com · 2026-03-06

Pig butcheringis creating entirely new industries - Protos

By now, most people involved in crypto are at least familiar with the concept of pig butchering, if not aware that it’s a growing problem with widespread consequences. However, what most won’t know i...

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eplocalnews.org · 2026-03-06

How scammers are stealing millions in Eden Prairie

Eden Prairie police are seeing a surge in scams that can appear legitimate — until the money is gone. Residents and businesses reported losing $7.8 million to fraud in 2025, up from $2.3 million in 2...

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wftv.com · 2026-03-06

'That was my nest egg': Retired Daytona Beach woman scammed out of $135000 - WFTV

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla — A Daytona Beach woman fell victim to a scam that’s changed her life forever. “I’m terrified. I can’t eat. I can’t sleep. That was, you know, that was my nest egg,” said Carol Ann...

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