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psychologytoday.com
· 2026-09-08
A publicized author fell for a Microsoft phishing scam via email claiming a $397 unauthorized charge, which led her to call a fake support number and nearly expose her bank accounts to scammers posing as Microsoft and FBI personnel. Though she avoided financial loss by ending the call in time, she incurred significant costs in account closures, security updates, and emotional distress including depression and self-blame. The incident illustrates how even security-conscious individuals can be manipulated during periods of emotional vulnerability and stress, and highlights the sophisticated tactics scammers employ, including impersonating law enforcement.
yellow.com
· 2026-09-08
Daren Li, a 42-year-old dual national, received a maximum 20-year prison sentence in absentia for orchestrating a $73 million cryptocurrency fraud involving Cambodia-based scam compounds that targeted American victims through fake romantic relationships, spoofed trading platforms, and tech support impersonation. Li fled in December 2025 after cutting off his ankle monitor, and at least $59.8 million in victim funds were laundered through U.S. shell companies into cryptocurrency accounts under his control. This "pig butchering" case is among the largest prosecuted in the U.S., with eight co-conspirators having pleaded guilty as law enforcement continues searching for the fugitive.
planetradio.co.uk
· 2026-09-08
Cheshire Police have warned residents of a significant increase in romance fraud cases, particularly in August, where scammers create fake online identities to build emotional connections and then request money for fabricated emergencies like medical expenses or travel. Victims suffer both financial losses and emotional distress, with bank staff and police working together to intercept suspicious large transfers. The force advises residents to avoid sending money to online contacts, be suspicious of those avoiding video calls, and report suspected fraud to their bank or police.
thediplomat.com
· 2026-09-07
Indian call centers operating primarily from rural regions like Jamtara and Mewat generate approximately $10 billion in annual losses globally through technical support scams, government impersonation, and "digital arrest" schemes targeting victims in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. The scam infrastructure relies on VoIP networks, money mule accounts, and underground remittance systems, with cryptocurrency pig-butchering schemes alone exceeding $3.6 billion in losses in 2024. Local politicians in economically disadvantaged areas provide scammers protection in exchange for votes, creating systemic complicity that enables the fraud networks to operate with minimal legal consequences.
thepaypers.com
· 2026-09-07
This article announces a three-part investigative series examining how banks approach fraud prevention, exploring what separates institutions successfully preventing fraud from those merely reporting better numbers. Rather than focusing solely on fraud tactics and problems, the investigation aims to identify best practices from financial institutions that excel at recognizing risk, connecting information, and intervening before losses occur. The piece emphasizes that effective fraud prevention requires industry collaboration and a willingness to share knowledge across the financial crime community.
aldailynews.com
· 2026-09-07
A network of young men in their late teens and early 20s stole over $240 million in bitcoin from a Washington, D.C. resident through a sophisticated social engineering scheme in August 2024, then exposed themselves by embarking on an extravagant spending spree purchasing sports cars, private jets, and renting luxury mansions. The alleged ringleader, 22-year-old Malone Lam from Singapore, was arrested along with 17 others after investigators traced the stolen cryptocurrency through careless operational security, including an unmasked IP address used to create an exchange account. The case exemplifies the surge in cryptocurrency fraud complaints to the FBI, which rose nearly 50% in
abcnews.com
· 2026-09-07
A 22-year-old Singaporean man named Malone Lam orchestrated a $240 million cryptocurrency theft targeting a Washington, D.C. resident through a sophisticated social engineering scheme in August 2024, duping the victim into revealing security codes that allowed the theft of over 4,100 bitcoin. Lam and his network of young accomplices were caught after they went on a lavish spending spree purchasing sports cars, private jets, and renting luxury mansions, with Lam spending over $569,000 in a single night at an LA nightclub before FBI arrests followed within a month. Lam has a plea agreement hearing scheduled and faces charges alongside 17 others
gadget.co.za
· 2026-09-07
Authorized push payment (APP) fraud, where scammers manipulate victims into voluntarily transferring money to fraudster-controlled accounts, cost South African bank Absa and its customers R129 million in the first half of 2026, primarily through social engineering and digital fraud tactics. These scams operate through various channels including phone calls, emails, and fake ads, with fraudsters using AI-generated credibility and urgency to establish trust and convince victims to make payments that are subsequently laundered through mule accounts. Banks are increasingly deploying behavioral intelligence systems that analyze transaction patterns, customer interactions, and beneficiary signals to detect suspicious activity and intervene before funds are transferred, since traditional authentication methods alone cannot prevent fraud when
the420.in
· 2026-09-06
A 70-year-old retired teacher from Mumbai lost ₹70,000 in an initial romance scam involving a fake American doctor, then fell victim to a secondary recovery scam where fraudsters posing as recovery agents, RBI officers, and Delhi Cyber Police officials extracted ₹14.38 lakh from her through false promises and fabricated investment accounts. The criminals used multiple tactics including fake company advertisements, forged documents, and various pretexts such as taxes, GST, and legal fees to continuously extract money from the vulnerable victim. The Eastern Region Cyber Police have registered an FIR and launched an investigation into both fraud schemes.
hoodline.com
· 2026-09-06
An Athens man was catfished by 25-year-old Caleb Jonquay Mills of South Carolina, who created a fake persona of a Florida sheriff's deputy named Hailey Morello using stolen photographs, fake social media accounts, voice-changing technology, and multiple phone numbers to deceive the victim into believing they were engaged. Police suspect Mills may have been secretly living inside the victim's apartment without his knowledge while he was at work, and the victim reportedly sent money to the fraudster before the scheme was discovered in July 2026. Mills was arrested on charges including identity fraud, impersonating a public officer, and making false statements to law enforcement.
fox5ny.com
· 2026-09-06
Nassau County authorities have arrested Aurelia Soogea, 39, and William Fickbohm, 71, for an elaborate home rental scam involving breaking into properties, stealing keys, and posing as homeowners to collect deposits and rent payments from unsuspecting tenants. The initial known victim lost $7,000 in a July 17 incident, but police believe the suspects operated across multiple towns and may have defrauded additional victims. The duo faces charges including second-degree burglary, third-degree grand larceny, and first-degree scheme to defraud.
newsday.com
· 2026-09-06
Scammers are creating fake ticketing websites and social media accounts to defraud Celine Dion fans seeking tickets for her concert comeback at Paris's Plenitude Arena, with fraudulent sites mimicking official platforms and using nearly identical URLs. Tickets, priced between 1,099 and 2,990 euros ($1,276-$3,473), sold out immediately, creating peak demand that fraudsters are exploiting; fans are advised to purchase only through official sellers and authorized resale sites to avoid losing money to counterfeit tickets.
longisland.news12.com
· 2026-09-06
A second arrest was made in connection with fraudulent rental scams across Nassau County communities, with authorities charging 71-year-old William Fickbohm and 39-year-old Aurelia Soogea with multiple counts including grand larceny and scheme to defraud. The scammers targeted at least three communities—West Hempstead, East Meadow, and Hicksville—defrauding victims including a 49-year-old woman who lost $7,000 in first month's rent and security deposit on a fraudulent home rental. Both defendants face serious felony charges, with Soogea also having used a fraudulent driver's license during the investigation
nltimes.nl
· 2026-09-06
Fraudehelpdesk reported a tenfold increase in phishing attacks related to Booking.com in the first half of 2024, with 1,072 booking-related phishing reports compared to roughly 100 the previous year, representing 90% of all booking platform fraud attempts. Criminals used increasingly personal information in their schemes, often impersonating booking confirmations to trick victims into making unauthorized payments. Total phishing fraud damage across all categories surged from €113,574 to €491,793, with 443 financial victims identified during the six-month period.
rollingout.com
· 2026-09-05
A 63-year-old woman lost $150,000 to an online romance scam involving a man impersonating a U.S. Army officer who used AI-generated fake identification and video calls to build trust over four months before soliciting money through various payment methods. The case highlights a growing epidemic: seniors lost $7.7 billion to cybercrime in 2025 (up 37% from 2024), with AI-assisted scams accounting for at least $352 million in losses among over 3,100 victims age 60 and older, as scammers increasingly use voice cloning, deepfake videos, and personalized AI-generated messages to target older Americans.
the420.in
· 2026-09-05
A 63-year-old businessman in Noida lost ₹1.45 crore after being subjected to a 26-day "digital arrest" scam where fraudsters impersonated Delhi Police, ATS, and NIA officials, threatening him with terrorism and money-laundering charges while isolating him from family. The scammers made four transfers from the victim's account between August 7-21 using psychological manipulation and fake official documentation, with police now tracing the beneficiary accounts and money trail. "Digital arrest" is a cyber fraud technique where criminals impersonate law enforcement to create panic and psychological control, convincing victims they are under surveillance and must send money to prove innocence.
streamlinefeed.co.ke
· 2026-09-05
Elderly adults experiencing social isolation are becoming prime targets for romance and confidence scams, with the FBI recording nearly $4.9 billion in fraud losses among Americans aged 60 and older in 2024. The World Health Organization has identified loneliness as a public health crisis comparable to smoking, affecting roughly one in six people globally and linked to over 871,000 deaths annually. Scammers exploit older adults' vulnerability by building relationships through repeated online contact before requesting money, with losses often exceeding $100,000 per victim, while interventions focusing on rebuilding human connection—such as social prescribing and financial literacy programs—show promise in prevention.
analyticsinsight.net
· 2026-09-05
Cryptocurrency scams stole at least $14 billion in 2025 using increasingly sophisticated tactics including phishing, malware, AI-generated deepfakes, and impersonation, with potential losses exceeding $17 billion. Common scam methods include fake investment platforms promising guaranteed returns, romance scams leading to investment pitches, malware harvesting wallet credentials, and approval phishing that drains tokens, with AI-linked schemes proving 4.5 times more profitable than traditional fraud. Investors should never share recovery phrases, approve unexplained token permissions, or send additional funds to unlock existing cryptocurrency, and should verify all investment opportunities directly through official channels rather than links, messages, or videos.
huffpost.com
· 2026-09-05
A woman fell victim to a romance scam in 2021 after meeting a man claiming to be a currency trader on Facebook Dating who convinced her to open a trading account through a fake platform. The scammer used emotional manipulation, including false claims about a deceased fiancée, and promised to teach her forex trading while encouraging increasingly larger deposits. According to the article, approximately 70,000 Americans lost $1.3 billion collectively to similar romance scams in 2022, which typically involve fraudulent trading links designed to extract money from victims.
huffpost.com
· 2026-09-05
A woman fell victim to a romance scam on Facebook Dating in 2021 when a man posing as a currency trader gained her trust and convinced her to invest money through a fake trading platform, part of a scheme affecting 70,000 Americans who collectively lost $1.3 billion in 2022. The scammer used classic tactics including fabricating a tragic backstory (dead fiancée and child), moving conversations to WhatsApp, sharing fake trading screenshots, and gradually pressuring her to make deposits with promises of high returns. The author's educational background and skepticism about poor teaching methods ultimately helped her recognize the scheme before losing significant money.
dailydodge.com
· 2026-09-04
Wisconsin's Department of Revenue is warning senior homeowners about an AI-generated video promoting a fake federal property tax relief program that claims to offer tax freezes or reductions through a nonexistent "IRS Form 1098-SR." The scam directs victims to contact fraudsters posing as county assessors to obtain sensitive information like Social Security numbers and banking details or pay fees for services that don't exist. Officials advise seniors to verify information independently and avoid providing personal data through unsolicited contacts or unverified online links.
aol.com
· 2026-09-04
Adults aged 60 and over reported $2.4 billion in fraud losses in 2024, nearly quadrupling from $600 million in 2020, with investment scams causing the most damage at $744 million. The article identifies five common retirement scams targeting older adults, including impersonation scams (where reports of losses over $10,000 increased more than fourfold since 2020), tech support scams (which disproportionately affect seniors), and schemes that use social engineering and false urgency to manipulate victims. The FTC estimates actual fraud losses against older adults could be substantially higher at $10.1 billion to $81.5 billion when accounting for
insurancebusinessmag.com
· 2026-09-04
Australia's Scams Prevention Framework Act 2025 is expanding liability requirements beyond banks to insurance brokers and other sectors, with the Federal Court ordering HSBC Bank Australia to pay $35 million in penalties plus $21.5 million in customer compensation for scam-related failures between 2020-2024. The Insurance Council of Australia is proactively preparing for mandatory compliance by building fraud detection infrastructure and advocating for sector-specific considerations, as national scam losses reached $2.18 billion in 2025 with investment scams accounting for the largest share at $837.7 million.
crypto.news
· 2026-09-04
The United States and United Kingdom have formed a joint law enforcement alliance to investigate and dismantle cryptocurrency investment fraud scam centers, with U.S. authorities estimating such schemes cost Americans approximately $10 billion annually. The agreement, signed in September, represents the first international cooperation pact specifically designed to target cyber-enabled investment fraud, and builds on a May enforcement initiative that disrupted over 1.4 million fraudulent accounts and froze $3.8 million in stolen cryptocurrency. Reported losses from cyber-enabled investment fraud in the U.S. climbed 89% from $4.57 billion in 2023 to $8.65 billion in 2025, prompting intensified
hkma.gov.hk
· 2026-09-04
Fraudsters in Hong Kong have been impersonating merchants and organizations through phishing messages, websites, and calls to trick victims into revealing payment card information and ATM PINs, then using this data to bind victims' cards to mobile payment services under their control for unauthorized transactions. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has warned the public that card binding is high-risk and urged banks to strengthen customer education and vigilance against this emerging scam. Victims are advised to immediately contact their bank and report incidents to police.
haveagonews.com.au
· 2026-09-04
In 2024, Australians aged 65 and over reported losing almost $100 million to scams—the highest losses of any age group—as criminals use increasingly sophisticated tactics including impersonation of banks, government agencies, and aged care providers. Scammers are leveraging artificial intelligence to create convincing deepfakes and clone voices of family members to manipulate seniors into sending money or divulging personal information. The article recommends victims follow a "stop, check, protect" approach: stop and resist urgency, independently verify requests through official channels, and report incidents immediately to banks, Scamwatch, and police.
amp.scmp.com
· 2026-09-04
Phone scams in Hong Kong surged 45% to 4,830 cases in the first half of 2026, with impersonating customer service representatives being the most common tactic accounting for nearly half of incidents. Victims lost an average of HK$270,000 (US$34,500) per phone scam, with one resident falling victim every hour, according to Hong Kong police. Overall fraud losses decreased slightly to HK$3.51 billion (US$447.6 million) despite the rise in phone scam cases.
blackenterprise.com
· 2026-09-04
Artificial intelligence is enabling scammers to create more sophisticated and convincing fraud schemes targeting older adults nearing or in retirement, including romance scams and fake investment claims. One case involved a 63-year-old woman deceived by someone posing as a high-ranking U.S. Army official on a dating platform, illustrating how AI helps fraudsters identify victims and generate fake content at scale. The SEC has taken enforcement action against investment firms making misleading AI claims, as experts warn that AI has become "an industrial revolution for fraud criminals."
amac.us
· 2026-09-03
A senior lost significant money to a tech support scam after a caller claiming to represent a well-known tech company convinced her to grant remote computer access and wire payment for repairs. The article emphasizes that seniors are frequently targeted by scammers seeking money or personal information, and recommends learning red flags (unexpected urgency, requests for wire transfers or gift cards), staying informed about current scams, reporting fraud to the FTC or relevant authorities, and sharing scam warnings with friends and family to build community awareness and protection.
eu.36kr.com
· 2026-09-03
Former private equity manager Ye Fei, who served 4 years in prison for market manipulation that defrauded retail investors, was released and pivoted to entertainment by creating a short drama series called "Fraud King" depicting various scam types including pig-butchering scams, fake cashback fraud, and pension fraud to educate the public. The 10-episode drama was taken down shortly after launch and Ye Fei is currently appealing the removal while developing additional films based on his experiences in finance and incarceration.
aspistrategist.org.au
· 2026-09-03
Southeast Asian crime groups operating sophisticated scam factories in Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos, and the Philippines have cost Australians approximately A$3 billion in 2022, with sophisticated operations including AI-driven fraud, banking trojans, and forced labor schemes. Major compounds like the Chinatown complex in Sihanoukville produce remote-access malware, impersonate government agencies, and recruit workers internationally who are coerced into conducting scams targeting Australian bank accounts and cryptocurrency. Scammers increasingly use AI to impersonate police officers and create realistic communications, making traditional fraud detection increasingly difficult as the operations grow more sophisticated.
wired.com
· 2026-09-03
Dating apps are increasingly adopting face recognition and biometric verification tools to combat a surge in AI-generated fake accounts and romance scams, which cost US users over $4 billion between 2015 and 2025. Tinder launched mandatory Face Check verification for new users in October 2025, with nearly half of US online daters having been targeted by dating scams. While these facial and biometric authentication systems aim to verify users are real, security experts warn they create new privacy risks and provide limited actual protection against fraud.
ualrpublicradio.org
· 2026-09-03
Dr. Jacquelyn McCray, an Arkansas Women's Hall of Fame inductee, had a bank account at Simmons Bank drained and closed by an unknown person who exploited her dementia. Her son Michael McCray reported difficulties getting police and state authorities to investigate adequately, leading the Pine Bluff NAACP branch to file a resolution adopted nationwide as "Designated Economic Development Resolution Number 12," which calls for identification and documentation of elder financial abuse cases. The McCrays are now working with state representatives to reform Arkansas law to better detect and investigate elder fraud cases.
mynbc15.com
· 2026-09-03
Three people—Melissa Lynn Hobden, Nora Powe Hobden, and Michael Lewis Crouch—are accused of exploiting an 88-year-old Mobile County man out of approximately $800,000 over several years through fraudulent checks, property transfers, and unauthorized purchases, with investigators alleging the scheme involved coercion and threats. The exploitation came to light only when the victim fell and was hospitalized, prompting his out-of-state daughter to investigate his finances and discover the alleged fraud. All three suspects will have their cases presented to a Mobile County grand jury following preliminary hearings.
tovima.com
· 2026-09-03
A woman in Patras, Greece lost €100 to a scammer who used artificial intelligence to impersonate soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo on a video call, claiming to offer financial assistance through a charitable initiative. The scammer convinced the victim by creating an AI-generated video of Ronaldo speaking Greek and sitting in a luxury car, then requested the payment through a digital payment service before disappearing. Greek police warn that AI-based voice and video impersonation scams may become more prevalent as criminals use the technology to deceive victims into revealing personal information or sending money.
yahoo.com
· 2026-09-02
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown launched a new Financial Crimes Intelligence Center to combat fraud in the state, where Utahns have lost approximately $450 million since 2020, with $60 million lost in 2025 alone. The center will investigate identity theft, bank fraud, elder fraud, romance scams, money laundering, and cryptocurrency scams by tracing funds, connecting cases, and helping authorities hold perpetrators accountable. The center aims to address increasingly sophisticated and organized financial crimes by providing investigators a centralized hub and training resources to police and financial institutions statewide.
taipeitimes.com
· 2026-09-02
A husband and wife in Taiwan led a romance scam ring that defrauded over 20,000 victims of NT$900 million (US$28.34 million) using AI voice-altering technology to impersonate women on dating sites. The operation, active since 2022, employed the "pig butchering" technique, gradually escalating requests from small purchases to large sums for fabricated expenses, with 57 defendants now indicted. Authorities seized luxury vehicles, watches, and NT$300 million in real estate, with prosecutors seeking 25 and 18-year sentences for the ringleaders.
malwarebytes.com
· 2026-09-02
Scammers are strategically tailoring different fraud schemes to specific platforms where they're most likely to succeed, with toll scams favoring email and text, romance scams targeting social media, and IRS scams arriving primarily by phone call. Research from Malwarebytes analyzing data from April to July 2026 identifies over 20 scam types and reveals that the web is the most common delivery channel, followed by email and SMS, with YouTuber MrBeast being the most impersonated person in approximately 30% of impersonation scams. Scammers also employ strategic timing, sending the most text scams at noon on Fridays and impersonating major brands like Google
sg.finance.yahoo.com
· 2026-09-02
Malwarebytes research reveals that scammers tailor attacks to specific platforms, with toll and romance scams favoring text/email and social media respectively, while MrBeast is the most impersonated person and Google the most impersonated brand. Peak scam text volume occurs at noon ET on Fridays, with roughly 50% more fraudulent texts sent by week's end compared to Sunday. The study analyzed over 20 scam types and found that one in five flagged sessions poses high-risk threats potentially resulting in losses exceeding $1,000 or personal harm.
apnews.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation reveals that scams have reached record levels in the U.S., with Americans reporting $15.9 billion in losses to the FTC in 2024 (a 25% increase from 2023), though actual losses are estimated near $200 billion annually. The investigation interviewed 58 victims aged 32 to 90 who lost amounts ranging from several thousand dollars to $4 million in various scams including romance scams and cryptocurrency fraud, yet found that victims have little recourse and often face additional hardships such as tax penalties and bank account closures. Unlike the U.K., EU, and Australia, the U.S. provides minimal consumer protections,
messenger-inquirer.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that scam victims in the U.S. have little legal recourse despite record losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024, with actual losses estimated near $200 billion annually. The 58 victims interviewed, ranging from ages 32 to 90 and losing thousands to $4 million each, faced additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and denied liability claims, while the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections and mandatory bank reimbursements. Key barriers to victim recovery include provisions eliminating personal fraud loss tax deductions, limited bank accountability
nvdaily.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that despite record scam losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024 (with estimates suggesting actual losses near $200 billion), victims have little legal recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and limited reimbursement protections compared to other developed nations. The 58 victims interviewed ranged from ages 32 to 90, lost thousands to $4 million each, and some experienced severe psychological trauma; notably, only one victim recovered funds from her bank. The U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections, as American
dailygazette.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation reveals that despite record fraud losses of $15.9 billion reported to the FTC in 2024 (with actual losses estimated near $200 billion), American scam victims have little recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and bank liability denials. The 58 victims interviewed lost between several thousand to $4 million each, with ages ranging from 32 to 90, and only one recovered funds; the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore, which have implemented stronger consumer protections and financial institution liability for scam-related losses.
hamiltonnews.com
· 2026-09-02
Americans lost a record $15.9 billion to scams in 2024, a 25% increase from the previous year, with the FTC estimating actual losses could reach $200 billion, affecting nearly all demographics from IT professionals to retirees. An AP/FRONTLINE investigation of 58 victims found that scam survivors face additional hardships including tax penalties on stolen funds, bank account freezes, and limited legal recourse, while the U.S. lags significantly behind countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore in consumer protections and financial institution accountability. Romance scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and phishing schemes have proliferated due to weak regulations and minimal bank liability for authorized transactions,
wral.com
· 2026-09-02
An AP/FRONTLINE investigation found that Americans lost a record $15.9 billion to scams in 2024 (with FTC estimates of actual losses near $200 billion), affecting people across all demographics from ages 32 to 90, yet victims have little legal recourse and often face additional hardships including tax penalties, frozen bank accounts, and denied reimbursements. Unlike the United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, and Singapore, the U.S. provides minimal consumer protections, leaves financial institutions largely unaccountable, and lacks safeguards around cryptocurrency transfers that enable scammers to hide stolen funds.
upnorthnewswi.com
· 2026-09-02
Wisconsin seniors lost over $92 million to scams in the past year, with AI-powered scams using deepfake videos and spoofing techniques becoming increasingly prevalent, particularly targeting those ages 60 and older through social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Scammers use AI-generated deepfake ads directing seniors to fake websites and chatbots that collect personal information, often exploiting seniors' lower digital literacy and preference for speaking with live representatives. Meta reportedly generates approximately $16 billion (10% of its ad revenue) from scam advertisements, despite having review teams and policies designed to prevent such content from appearing on its platforms.
nantucketcurrent.com
· 2026-09-02
This article covers a Democratic primary election for Cape and Islands District Attorney, not a scam or fraud incident. It reports that incumbent Rob Galibois defeated challenger Mike Giardino, with Galibois highlighting his office's focus on addressing root causes of crime and tackling elder fraud as a priority. This content is not relevant to the elder fraud research database and contains no information about actual scams, fraud cases, or victims.
wsmv.com
· 2026-09-01
The FBI Nashville Field Office is warning older Americans about common financial scams including romance scams, tech-support scams, grandparent scams, and government impersonation schemes that disproportionately target seniors who have accumulated savings. The FBI recommends independently verifying the identity of unexpected callers, avoiding pressure to act quickly, and never sending money, gift cards, or personal information to unverified individuals. Victims or those who suspect fraud should report incidents to IC3.gov and consult trusted family members before responding to suspicious requests.
bitdefender.com
· 2026-09-01
Deepfakes are AI-generated media that impersonate real people through altered video, cloned voices, or manipulated images, commonly used in fraud schemes including family emergency scams, executive impersonation, romance fraud, and cryptocurrency schemes. While deepfakes may show technical flaws like unnatural speech timing or lip-sync problems, context and verification through trusted communication channels are more reliable than visual inspection alone. To protect yourself, verify suspicious media before taking action, avoid sharing unverified content, and report any deepfake misuse of your face or voice to authorities and financial institutions.
yen.com.gh
· 2026-09-01
The FBI is actively searching for four Nigerian nationals—Richard Izuchukwu Uzuh, Felix Osilama Okpoh, Nnamdi Orson Benson, and Micheal Olorunyomi—indicted for a Business Email Compromise scheme that defrauded over 70 American businesses of more than $6 million. Uzuh orchestrated the fraudulent emails and wire transfers, Okpoh provided hundreds of bank accounts to launder proceeds exceeding $1 million, Benson assisted in the conspiracy, and Olorunyomi additionally ran a separate romance scam targeting elderly and widowed individuals that extracted over $1 million.