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straitstimes.com
· 2026-03-01
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dfpi.ca.gov
· 2026-02-28
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It may seem daunting to keep up with technology these days. As it evolves, it seems to create more opportunities for criminals to exploit consumers. The scale of ...
psychologytoday.com
· 2026-02-28
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“Sorry, I’m running late for lunch, I’ll see you soon,” the text reads.
Confused, you write back, “I’m sorry, you have the wrong number.”
“Oh,...
wxyz.com
· 2026-02-28
Next week is National Consumer Protection Week, and Americans lost $1.2 billion from scams in 2025.
It's a sobering statement, and one of the reasons the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is rai...
noozhawk.com
· 2026-02-28
Santa Barbara County sheriff’s deputies arrested two men on Tuesday who are accused of trying to scam an elderly Santa Barbara woman out of thousands of dollars.
Khushal Singh, 21, of Tracy and Gup...
cryptorank.io
· 2026-02-28
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Cryptocurrency Kiosks Face Devastating Ban in Minnesota as Elder Fraud Cases Surge to $540,000
ST. PAUL, Minnesota — February 2025 — Minnesota legislators have initiated a groun...
skillet.lifehacker.com
· 2026-02-28
Most of us believe that we would never, ever fall for a scam. We think we know the "tells," like poorly formulated communication that sounds urgent. Unfortunately, social engineering—tactics that prey...
jezebel.com
· 2026-02-28
Of all the online locales where I could have met the scammer I recently spent more than a week chatting with, Nextdoor probably would have been near the bottom of my suspect list. It is, after all, a ...
cyprus-mail.com
· 2026-02-28
Police on Thursday were investigating a complaint by a person reporting to have been swindled out of nearly €7,000 from a caller pretending to be working with Revolut.
Authorities said the victim, a ...
yahoo.com
· 2026-02-27
Romance scams targeting seniors generate over $1B in annual losses according to the FTC.
Retirees are primary targets due to available funds and lower technological proficiency.
The analyst who call...
rstreet.org
· 2026-02-27
On a normal summer day in June, Manny Guerrero, a soft-spoken Vietnam War veteran living in Las Vegas, picked up the phone and was told he had beaten the odds and won. The voice on the other end claim...
va.gov
· 2026-02-27
By Melanie Nelson, Public Affairs Officer
February 26, 2026
In today’s digital world, you are more likely to have your identity stolen than your car stolen or your home burglarized.
As a Veteran, y...
wlwt.com
· 2026-02-27
Sheriff's offices in Warren and Butler counties are warning residents about a rise in imposter scams involving callers posing as officials and demanding payment.
A lieutenant with the Warren County S...
recordedfuture.com
· 2026-02-27
Recorded Future is expanding its payment fraud prevention capabilities through a partnership with CYBERA, the industry leader in detecting and verifying data on scam-linked bank accounts.
Available f...
fox26houston.com
· 2026-02-27
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HOUSTON - A man who was in Houston illegally has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for his role in a r...
thenational.com.pg
· 2026-02-27
LOVE is a universal human desire.
It connects people, builds families, and strengthens communities.
Yet in today’s digital age, even the most intimate feelings can be exploited.
Across Papua New Gu...
independent.com
· 2026-02-27
Two 21-year-old suspects were arrested Tuesday after sheriff’s deputies intervened in what authorities described as an attempted scam targeting an elderly Santa Barbara resident for tens of thousands ...
cohousedems.com
· 2026-02-27
February 26, 2026
DENVER, CO - The House Finance Committee today passed a bill that would help prevent older and vulnerable Coloradans from being scammed out of their hard-earned money. The Adults’ S...
patch.com
· 2026-02-27
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — The Middletown Township Police Department is reporting a concerning trend in elder fraud cases within the community.
Recently, there have been numerous instances where perpe...
livebitcoinnews.com
· 2026-02-27
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US agents seize $61M USDT tied to crypto romance scam, highlighting enforcement efforts, asset forfeiture actions, and blockchain tracking success.
US federal agents seized more than $61M worth of...
thesun.co.uk
· 2026-02-27
BETH Hyland was instantly smitten with Richard Daub’s Tinder profile – their interests were eerily aligned and he looked drop dead gorgeous. She swiped right and was thrilled to see a match.
But rath...
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· 2026-02-27
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granttribune.com
· 2026-02-27
Ryan Sothan, outreach coordinator with the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office, speaks to a group at the Perkins County Senior Center on Feb. 10 about increasing fraud risks and how to avoid them.
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aol.com
· 2026-02-27
Romance scams targeting seniors generate over $1B in annual losses according to the FTC.
Retirees are primary targets due to available funds and lower technological proficiency.
The analyst who call...
trmlabs.com
· 2026-02-26
Romance and “investment” scams are not random. They are engineered — built on trust, pressure, and highly scripted manipulation. And while crypto is often the payment rail, the underlying crime is fam...
chattanoogapulse.com
· 2026-02-26
It’s important to be vigilant against identity theft, frauds, and scams. Today’s technology has made it easier for hackers to gather your personal information, leaving you susceptible to theft.
So wh...
enews.wvu.edu
· 2026-02-26
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Tax season is here, and so is a surge in phishing attacks, fake IRS messages and tax-related identity theft attempts.
Whether you file on your own or work with a tax pro...
yahoo.com
· 2026-02-26
(FOX40.COM) — The Lincoln Police Department have arrested two people after officers interrupted an alleged vehicle repair scam that targeted an elderly couple.
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yahoo.com
· 2026-02-26
Lincoln Police arrested two people Monday for targeting an elderly couple in a vehicle repair scam.
Officers responded to a possible fraud in progress call about a suspicious situation involving an u...
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· 2026-02-26
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wesh.com
· 2026-02-26
Victims lost $16.6 billion to cybercrime scams in 2024, but now the Marion County Sheriff's Office is recovering money for some of those victims.
Tammy Owens lost tens of thousands of dollars last ye...
dailyrecord.co.uk
· 2026-02-26
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A woman, who asked not to be named, featured on Tuesday's This Morning to reveal how she fell victim to a con artist she'd fallen for and i...
straitstimes.com
· 2026-02-26
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The amount lost to scammers also dipped from the record high of $1.1 billion in 2024 to $913.1 million in 2025, the police said on Feb 25.
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channelnewsasia.com
· 2026-02-26
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Government officials impersonation scam cases jumped 123.6 per cent last year, however.
There were 37,308 scam cases in 2025, a 27.6 per cent drop from the 51,501 cases recorded in 2024. (...
asiaone.com
· 2026-02-26
In 2022, Nurul Shifa found a focus group discussion on Telegram that promised rewards for simply sharing her thoughts.
However, she soon found herself embroiled in an investment scam that saw her nea...
devdiscourse.com
· 2026-02-26
In a significant breakthrough, the Delhi Police have detained three individuals charged with deceiving a 75-year-old woman in a sophisticated digital fraud scheme. The perpetrators, identified as Yoge...
usatoday.com
· 2026-02-25
# Romance Scams Summary
Romance scams are surging, with victims losing thousands to thousands of dollars to scammers who pose as love interests or impersonate celebrities on dating apps and social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Telegram. Victims—ranging from individuals to vulnerable populations like the elderly and those dealing with mental health issues—are being manipulated into sending money via gift cards, wire transfers, and cash, with some losing entire retirement savings or monthly mortgage payments. To stay safe, be cautious of online romantic connections who quickly ask for money, verify the identity of anyone claiming to be a celebrity, and never send gift cards or wire money to someone you haven't met in person.
womansworld.com
· 2026-02-25
# Romance Scams Target Midlife Women Seeking Connection
Romance scams prey on emotionally vulnerable people—particularly midlife women seeking companionship—who are targeted online through dating apps, social media, LinkedIn, and text messages by criminals looking to exploit their empathy and access their money. According to AARP's Fraud Watch Network, these scams have nothing to do with intelligence but rather exploit emotional vulnerability, with criminals using flattery and manipulation to build trust before asking for money. To protect yourself, watch for red flags like requests for money, meetings that never happen, and overly quick declarations of love, and if you or a loved one becomes a victim, report it to the AARP Fraud Watch Network for support and guidance.
cleveland19.com
· 2026-02-25
# AI-Powered Scams Target Northeast Ohio Residents
The FBI is warning Northeast Ohio residents about increasingly sophisticated scams using artificial intelligence to impersonate family members, bank representatives, and romantic partners through fake phone calls, cloned voices, and manipulated images and videos. Victims are being targeted with urgent requests for money transfers or personal information, with scammers using AI to create convincing fake documents and deepfakes that appear authentic. To protect yourself, pause before responding to suspicious calls or messages, establish a family code word to verify identity, scrutinize details in videos or images for inconsistencies, and report suspected scams to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
panewslab.com
· 2026-02-25
Federal law enforcement seized over $61 million in cryptocurrency linked to "pig butchering" scams, where criminals pose as romantic partners to convince victims to invest in fake cryptocurrency trading platforms and then refuse withdrawal requests. Victims across the country lost money when scammers claimed taxes were owed and quickly moved the funds through multiple wallets to launder the money. To protect yourself, be skeptical of unsolicited romantic connections who encourage cryptocurrency investments, verify trading platforms independently, and never send money to accounts you cannot verify.
bpi.com
· 2026-02-25
American households lost an estimated $12.5 billion to scams in 2024—a 25% increase from the previous year—with sophisticated technology-driven fraud becoming increasingly common, particularly through phones and apps. Most Americans now receive scam calls or texts weekly, often using AI deepfakes and voice cloning that make fraudulent communications difficult to distinguish from legitimate ones, with many scams originating from organized international crime groups. To protect themselves, consumers should be suspicious of unsolicited calls and texts (especially from unknown numbers or international sources), verify requests independently through official channels, and report suspected scams to the FCC, while regulators need to mandate call authentication standards and deploy better anti-spoofing filters.
ksl.com
· 2026-02-25
Online scams and identity theft are widespread problems affecting 73% of U.S. adults, with scammers using increasingly sophisticated tactics like AI-generated phishing emails and cloned voices to trick victims. To protect yourself, experts recommend verifying website security by checking that URLs begin with "https://" rather than "http://," adjusting browser settings to only allow secure connections, and carefully checking website spellings and domain extensions before sharing personal information. Taking these preventive steps can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a scam victim.
foxnews.com
· 2026-02-25
Scammers are sending fraudulent emails impersonating Apple, claiming that an unauthorized PayPal charge of nearly $3,000 has been made on your account and urging you to call a support number immediately. The scam targets Apple users by using official Apple branding and urgent language to trigger panic, but can be identified by red flags like the email being sent to a generic recipient address rather than your actual Apple ID email. To stay safe, slow down and carefully examine suspicious emails before clicking links or calling numbers, and remember that legitimate Apple security emails are sent directly to your registered Apple ID address.
whec.com
· 2026-02-25
Scammers are impersonating Spectrum customer service representatives and calling, texting, or emailing customers with offers of 50% bill discounts, then directing them to call back on spoofed numbers to steal their personal information or money. The scam has affected Rochester, New York residents, though one alert customer recognized the red flags and avoided falling victim. To protect yourself, hang up on unsolicited calls promising discounts, verify any offers directly by calling Spectrum's official number, register with the Do Not Call Registry, and report suspicious contacts to the FTC or Better Business Bureau.
yellowhammernews.com
· 2026-02-25
Cybercriminals are increasingly using two sophisticated scams—the "Evolving Trusted Partner Scam" and the "Spoofed Website Scam"—that exploit trust and human error by impersonating legitimate businesses, government agencies, or vendors through phone, email, or text. These "industrialized" fraud schemes affect both businesses and everyday consumers, with fraudsters combining social engineering and digital deception to lower people's guard and steal money or sensitive information. To protect yourself, experts recommend staying alert, asking clarifying questions when contacted about urgent matters, and verifying requests through official channels before taking action—advice that applies whether you're managing company finances or your personal accounts.
uk.news.yahoo.com
· 2026-02-25
# WhatsApp Group Ticket Scams Target School Parents
Scammers are infiltrating school WhatsApp groups—and creating fake ones—to trick parents into buying non-existent tickets to concerts and events, stealing money and personal information in the process. The scheme exploits the common practice of sharing legitimate ticket offers within school communities, making it difficult for parents to spot the fraudulent posts. Parents should verify the authenticity of group invitations through official school channels, be cautious of unsolicited ticket sellers, and report suspicious activity immediately rather than engaging with scammers.
today.com
· 2026-02-24
# Spring Travel Scam Summary
During peak spring travel season, scammers target rushed travelers booking flights and hotels, with the FTC reporting over 58,000 travel fraud cases in 2024 totaling $274 million—averaging nearly $1,000 in losses per victim. Airlines expect to carry 170 million passengers in March and April alone, creating ideal conditions for fraudsters who exploit travelers' distraction and quick decision-making on mobile devices. To protect yourself, security experts advise carefully evaluating each booking, using secure payment methods, monitoring your accounts during and after travel, and staying alert rather than rushing through travel arrangements.
koaa.com
· 2026-02-24
# Fraud Summary
A Colorado Springs man discovered that someone fraudulently registered a business to his home address without permission, part of a larger scheme where nearly 60 businesses have been registered to residential addresses across Colorado using the same registered agent. Since 2023, the Secretary of State's office has identified over 5,000 cases of business fraud in the state, with 1,789 currently under investigation, though the process to resolve individual cases can take months. If you receive suspicious mail about businesses registered to your address, file a fraud report with your state's Secretary of State's office immediately rather than ignoring it, as this could be part of identity theft or other fraudulent activity.
2news.com
· 2026-02-24
# Tax Scam Alert
As the 2026 tax filing season begins, authorities warn that scammers are increasingly impersonating the IRS and tax preparers through phone calls, emails, texts, and fake websites to steal personal and financial information, with common tactics including phishing links, false refund promises, and threats of legal action. The scams disproportionately target people unfamiliar with IRS procedures, and the IRS never initiates contact via email, text, or social media or demands immediate payment through gift cards or cryptocurrency. To protect yourself, file your taxes early, verify information directly through irs.gov, avoid clicking unsolicited links, and remember that legitimate IRS contact begins with a letter in the mail.
euronews.com
· 2026-02-24
Deepfake scams cost people approximately $1.1 billion worldwide in 2025—triple the losses from 2024—with over 80% of fraud occurring on social media platforms like Facebook, WhatsApp, and Telegram. Scammers use sophisticated deepfake videos and audio to impersonate celebrities, business leaders, and even politicians to promote fraudulent investments or build fake romantic relationships before requesting money from victims. To protect yourself, be skeptical of unexpected investment opportunities or romantic advances on social media, verify celebrity endorsements through official channels, and never send money to people you've only met online.