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lifehacker.com
· 2026-09-19
Apple's iOS 27 introduces "Impersonation Risk Detection," a built-in feature that analyzes device and account information to identify signs of social engineering scams where bad actors impersonate banks, government agencies, tech companies, or trusted contacts to pressure victims into disabling security features or sharing financial information. The feature assigns risk levels (Unknown, Medium, or High) to suspicious activities like large payments or disabling two-factor authentication, which apps can use to add delays, warnings, or identity verification steps. However, the feature is disabled by default and requires app developer support to be effective, limiting its widespread adoption and protection potential.
wilcosun.com
· 2026-09-19
In 2025, approximately 560,000 scams were reported across the U.S., resulting in $20.9 billion in losses, with Georgetown residents falling victim weekly to fraud ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Common scams affecting residents include phishing, romance scams, tech support fraud, government impersonation, investment schemes, and sweepstake scams, often initiated through unsolicited contact via phone, text, or email. Legitimate agencies typically do not request payment via phone or text and never accept gift cards or cryptocurrency as payment methods.
cyberguy.com
· 2026-09-19
Criminals purchased Google and Bing sponsored search ads mimicking legitimate banks to redirect customers to fake login pages, stealing credentials to access real accounts and initiate unauthorized transfers; a Russian web developer was extradited for his role in the operation, which resulted in approximately $14.6 million in actual losses across at least 19 identified U.S. victims by December 2025. The FBI warns this "SEO poisoning" tactic is effective because fraudulent ads appear high in search results alongside legitimate ones, and recommends using bookmarks instead of clicking search results to access banking sites.
cryptoslate.com
· 2026-09-19
AI tools have dramatically increased the efficiency and profitability of scam operations, allowing criminals to automate labor-intensive tasks like maintaining fake identities and conducting fraud conversations. According to Chainalysis, scam operations linked to AI vendors generate an average of $3.2 million in revenue compared to $719,000 for operations without AI tools, while the FBI recorded approximately $893.3 million in AI-related fraud losses from 22,364 complaints in 2025. Scammers now use AI to scale romance scams, investment fraud, business impersonation, and extortion campaigns that once required larger criminal teams, with a single operator able to maintain multiple fake identities and conversations simultaneously.
dexerto.com
· 2026-09-19
A 64-year-old Pennsylvania man lost $42,700 in March 2026 to a scammer impersonating WWE star Rhea Ripley, with few details available about how contact was made or the victim's persuasion. This incident is part of a broader pattern of celebrity impersonation scams targeting older adults, including a 2024 case where a 74-year-old lost nearly $1 million to someone posing as WWE star Alexa Bliss. No arrests have been made, and the victim has refused to cooperate with police investigating the fraud.
amac.us
· 2026-09-18
In 2025, elder fraud complaints from adults aged 60 and older exceeded 200,000 with losses surpassing $7.7 billion, with government imposter scams—particularly those falsely claiming Social Security issues—nearly doubling and becoming the leading fraud source among seniors over 80. Cybercriminals are increasingly using artificial intelligence and generative AI to create convincing cloned voices and realistic messages impersonating government agencies, making scams harder to detect than previous versions with obvious warning signs. The Social Security Administration and AMAC are promoting resources including "my Social Security" accounts and scam awareness materials to help seniors verify communications through official channels and reduce vulnerability to impersonation fraud.
cbsnews.com
· 2026-09-18
Priscilla Johnson, 33, pleaded guilty to defrauding a 90-year-old Colorado man out of $40,000 through a romance scam that began with grocery store encounters and involved false stories about a deceased fiancé and cancer treatment. Johnson is accused of running the same scam on multiple victims totaling nearly $500,000, including one man who was allegedly defrauded of $450,000 through a fake gold company investment scheme.
quiverquant.com
· 2026-09-18
The House passed H.R. 2978, the "GUARD Act," with bipartisan support (414-7) to expand federal grant funding for state and local law enforcement to combat elder fraud and financial scams targeting seniors. The bill includes reporting requirements for agencies using the funds, as it addresses an estimated $16 billion in fraud losses in 2025 alone. Support for the legislation comes from organizations including AARP, the National Police Association, and the National Sheriffs' Association.
finance.yahoo.com
· 2026-09-18
Senior Americans lost $7.7 billion to fraud in 2025, a 59% increase from the previous year, prompting Aura to launch Trusted Family Access, a consent-based monitoring tool that allows caregivers to track identity theft, financial fraud, and compromised personal information while preserving the older adult's privacy and control. Research shows 65% of aging adults experienced a scam or fraud attempt in the past year, with nearly half losing money or personal information, while 70% of middle-aged caregivers view protecting their elderly loved ones online as part of their caregiving responsibility. The new feature addresses AI-driven scams that are increasingly sophisticated, with 81% of caregivers
starnewskorea.com
· 2026-09-18
A 30-year-old woman was defrauded of approximately 35 million won by an imposter posing as actor Lee Dong-wook over eight months, who gained her trust through romantic messaging before demanding money for supposed customs fees and gift shipments. A similar romance scam involved another victim defrauded of approximately 500 million won by imposters using AI-generated photos of actor Lee Jung-jae over six months. Both celebrities' agencies have issued warnings that they never request money or personal information through private accounts.
news.bloombergtax.com
· 2026-09-18
Shane Vaia, an Ohio man who lost over $820,000 in a cryptocurrency "pig butchering" scam, has voluntarily dismissed his lawsuit seeking a $130,000+ tax refund from the IRS for the 2024 tax year. The dismissal was filed in US District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, with Vaia covering his own legal fees. In a pig butchering scam, fraudsters build trust with victims over time before convincing them to invest money in fake cryptocurrency schemes.
hindustantimes.com
· 2026-09-18
A woman in her late 30s was scammed out of approximately $25,689 by someone impersonating South Korean actor Lee Dong Wook over an eight-month romance conducted entirely through messaging, during which the impersonator gradually built trust before requesting money. The victim never met or spoke to the person by phone, and the scammer used romantic manipulation tactics including discussing marriage and family meetings before requesting funds. Lee Dong Wook's agency, King Kong by Starship, warned that their artists never request money or personal information through private messages and urged fans to report suspected impersonation accounts.
thesun.ng
· 2026-09-18
Access Bank Plc launched a "Spot The Scam" financial crimes awareness campaign targeting teenagers aged 12-16 in Nigeria, prompted by rising cases of young people becoming victims or perpetrators of fraud including romance scams, hacking, and money laundering. The initiative, running until December 2026, combines financial crime education with a debate competition for secondary schools in Lagos State, teaching youth to recognize manipulation, question suspicious requests, and seek help when encountering fraudulent activities. The campaign addresses common fraud methods targeting young people such as fake giveaways, celebrity impersonation, fake job offers, and investment scams.
ewn.co.za
· 2026-09-18
Six Nigerian nationals were extradited to the U.S. to face charges in a romance scam that defrauded over 100 women of more than R100 million, with cybersecurity experts warning that AI technology now enables scammers to create convincing fake identities using deepfake photos, videos, and cloned voices. Victims often become emotionally invested in fraudulent relationships and are reluctant to report due to shame, though experts emphasize that reporting to police, banks, and platforms is crucial. Red flags include reluctance to do video calls, sudden declarations of love, requests to move conversations to private platforms like WhatsApp, and inconsistencies in profiles.
sports.khan.co.kr
· 2026-09-18
Celebrity-impersonation romance scams targeting fans of Korean actors Lee Dong-wook and Lee Jung-jae, as well as international figures like Brad Pitt and Elon Musk, have defrauded victims of hundreds of millions of won by using AI-generated fake photos, intimate messaging, and false payment schemes. A woman in her late 30s lost approximately $26,250 to a Lee Dong-wook impersonator over eight months, while a woman in her 50s was defrauded of $375,000 by scammers posing as Lee Jung-jae. Scammers employ sophisticated psychological tactics including emotional manipulation (gaslighting),
1075thefan.com
· 2026-09-18
Imposter scams cost Americans $3.5 billion in 2025, with victims often receiving no reimbursement because fraudulent transfers are legally authorized even when obtained through deception. Unlike many countries, the U.S. has no federal mandate requiring banks to refund scam victims, though regulatory pressure, lawsuits (including against Zelle, which lost over $1 billion to fraud between 2017-2023), and voluntary bank policy changes are gradually shifting the industry toward better consumer protection.
middleeasteye.net
· 2026-09-18
Turkish authorities dismantled a forex fraud network with alleged ties to Israel that defrauded victims across Europe, Africa, and Asia of at least $266 million over two years through 42 call centers operated by 28 companies. The operation involved 239 suspects who used fake identities, forged documents, and fabricated investment profits to manipulate hundreds of victims into transferring funds to offshore accounts and cryptocurrency wallets, with individual losses ranging from $10,000 to hundreds of thousands of dollars. The network, linked to the international "Scam Empire," employed multilingual staff trained to impersonate professionals and was reportedly relocating operations to Turkey to evade detection amid rising Turkey-Israel tensions.
fox13news.com
· 2026-09-18
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier proposed legislation to strengthen penalties for phone and text scams, including those using artificial intelligence, fake warrants, and impersonation, classifying high-volume or high-loss cases as elevated felonies with mandatory prison time. The proposal aims to address gaps in current Florida law that often treats such crimes as misdemeanors with minimal punishment, while also targeting phone farms and SIM farms used in large-scale scam operations. The Attorney General's Office has recovered nearly $10 million for scam victims this year and is seeking broader authority to investigate and pursue civil penalties against scammers and businesses trafficking in illegally obtained records.
bbc.com
· 2026-09-18
UK food festivals are being targeted by AI-powered scams that use professional-looking emails impersonating real festivals to trick small food and craft traders into paying for booth spaces. A BBC Wales investigation found dozens of traders were deceived by realistic emails that included legitimate branding, staff names, and detailed knowledge of festivals, with at least one trader losing money after paying for a pitch at the fake Abergavenny Food Festival. Reports of AI-linked fraud increased 395% in 2025-26 compared to the previous year, with scammers easily using tools like ChatGPT to generate contact lists and create convincing fake festival accounts.
news3lv.com
· 2026-09-18
Las Vegas Metro police are clarifying that reckless driving warning letters mailed to residents are legitimate notices that do not result in citations or points on driving records, while simultaneously warning of jury duty scams where fraudsters claim victims have warrants and pressure them to withdraw money immediately. Police advise residents to verify information independently by looking up official agency contact numbers rather than using numbers provided by callers, and to hang up if pressured for money.
nbcconnecticut.com
· 2026-09-18
A months-long investigation by Thomaston Police, with assistance from federal agencies, uncovered an elaborate fraud scheme involving a 31-year-old woman and a 25-year-old man charged with multiple counts of identity theft, forgery, larceny, and fraudulent use of payment cards. The investigation began after reports from Thomaston Savings Bank's Fraud Department and resulted in the arrests of both suspects, who face charges related to forgeries, identity thefts, impersonations, and unauthorized ATM use. The woman was released on a $100,000 surety bond and is scheduled to appear in court.
kcra.com
· 2026-09-18
A national investigation found only 513 proven voter fraud cases since 2016 out of more than 685 million votes cast, representing less than 0.00008% of ballots and contradicting claims of widespread fraud. The cases were scattered across multiple states with no evidence of coordinated effort or systemic fraud schemes. Election experts note this rate is rarer than being struck by lightning and reflects the strength of U.S. voting systems compared to fraud observed in other countries.
flvoicenews.com
· 2026-09-18
The House passed four bipartisan bills targeting senior fraud, including the GUARD Act (H.R. 2978) allowing state and local police to use federal grants to investigate elder financial fraud and "pig butchering" schemes involving cryptocurrency, which passed 414-7. Two additional bills would make permanent a Justice Department fraud division created under President Trump and require states to share records from federally funded programs like Medicaid with federal investigators to combat an estimated $245.7 billion in fraud since January 2025. All four bills now await Senate action.
goldrushcam.com
· 2026-09-18
Juliet Mora, a former Hayward resident, pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy related to a $36 million transnational fraud scheme targeting over 400 elderly American victims. The scheme involved fraudsters impersonating attorneys offering restitution to timeshare owners and fraud victims, collecting fees through fake agreements, and laundering money through shell companies and U.S. bank accounts. Mora, who operated from Nicaragua as an organizer directing co-conspirators, received and laundered approximately $1.57 million in victim funds before her arrest in December 2025.
wetmountaintribune.com
· 2026-09-18
The FCC has warned that "grandparent scams" targeting elderly Americans have become increasingly sophisticated, leveraging stolen personal data from social media, fake caller ID technology, and AI voice cloning to impersonate grandchildren in crisis situations. Americans aged 60 and above reported $7.74 billion in losses to such scams in 2025, representing a 59% increase from the previous year, though the FBI estimates actual losses are significantly higher. The agency recommends verifying callers independently, establishing family code words, recognizing pressure tactics, and reporting suspicious calls to local authorities.
valdostatoday.com
· 2026-09-18
Ogechi Urenna Udunka of Decatur, Georgia was sentenced to 10 years in prison for her role in laundering $158,000 stolen through a Business Email Compromise (BEC) scam targeting an agricultural company. The scam occurred when criminals sent fraudulent emails impersonating an Oregon seed company, tricking the victim into wiring funds that Udunka then received and disbursed to conceal their origin. Udunka was ordered to pay full restitution and perform 200 hours of community service.
kalb.com
· 2026-09-18
Grant Parish Sheriff's Office warns residents about increasingly sophisticated scams that stole approximately $400 million from Americans in 2024, with common tactics including impersonation of banks through spoofed caller IDs and romance scams that build trust over weeks or months before requesting money. The sheriff advises residents to hang up on suspicious calls, verify requests directly with their bank using official numbers, avoid sending money to unknown individuals, and be aware that Cash App transfers lack FDIC protection.
news9.com
· 2026-09-18
Oklahomans lost over $131 million to scams in 2025, with investment fraud showing a significant increase particularly in the Tulsa area, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center and Oklahoma Department of Securities. Scammers are using relationship-building tactics through social media and text messages to gain trust before promising guaranteed investment returns through fake portfolios and advisers. The state is launching a fraud prevention program in November to combat the growing threat, which affects victims across all age groups.
thecyberexpress.com
· 2026-09-17
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bipartisan GUARD Act on September 15, 2026, legislation designed to combat elder financial fraud and cryptocurrency investment scams by providing state, local, and Tribal law enforcement with additional resources, training, and blockchain tracing tools. The bill addresses the growing problem of "pig butchering" crypto scams and other financial crimes, with FBI data showing $20.9 billion in total internet crime losses in 2025, including $11.37 billion in cryptocurrency-related losses. The legislation now advances to the Senate and has garnered support from organizations including AARP, the Iowa State Police Association, and various financial and consumer protection groups.
cyberguy.com
· 2026-09-17
A 75-year-old South Carolina man with Parkinson's disease and a brain injury had his home transferred to his caregiver via quitclaim deed for $5, along with significant unauthorized bank transfers, after the caregiver obtained power of attorney and allegedly isolated him from family. This case of alleged elder financial exploitation highlights the risks of undue influence and coercion targeting vulnerable seniors, where a caregiver exploited the victim's cognitive decline. The FBI warns that such quitclaim deed fraud can involve forged documents or manipulation by close associates, and recommends families monitor property records and enroll in free county title alerts to detect suspicious ownership changes early.
simcoereformer.ca
· 2026-09-17
Norfolk OPP introduced a four-year strategic action plan (2026-2029) developed with community input that prioritizes crime prevention, road and trail safety, and community well-being. The plan acknowledges that as Norfolk County's population ages—with seniors projected to represent 30% of residents by 2031—elder-related issues including elder abuse, fraud, and dementia-related missing persons cases are expected to increase significantly.
thecooldown.com
· 2026-09-17
A Central Florida woman lost thousands of dollars to a romance scam after being catfished by someone impersonating social media influencer Thane Rivers, who convinced her to send money for airfare, hotels, and gift cards. When the scammer sent a fraudulent $4,000 check that her bank rejected, Rice became liable for the amount and now pays $130 monthly from her Social Security to repay it. Romance scams cost Florida residents $22.2 million in 2025 alone, with nearly $930 million lost nationally, as scammers increasingly use social media impersonation and AI to appear more convincing.
koreaboo.com
· 2026-09-17
A woman in her 30s was defrauded of approximately ₩35 million KRW ($25,400 USD) in a romance scam where a scammer impersonated actor Lee Dong Wook over the course of more than a year, using AI-generated images and intimate conversations to build trust before requesting money. The victim withdrew from her savings and living expenses to send funds to the fake actor who promised a serious relationship and family meetings. Lee Dong Wook's agency, King Kong by Starship, issued a statement clarifying that their artists never request money or personal information through messaging apps or social media.
yahoo.com
· 2026-09-17
Five alleged leaders of the Black Axe organization were extradited from South Africa to the United States in September 2024 to face charges related to years of online romance scams, advance fee schemes, and money laundering spanning 2011-2021. The conspirators used fake identities on dating websites and social media to target U.S. victims with fabricated stories—such as romantic partners stranded in South Africa needing money—and pressured victims to send cash, electronics, and personal information, with some victims coerced through threats to distribute sensitive photographs. The scheme involved laundering proceeds through U.S. bank accounts controlled by victims and shell companies before transferring funds to South Africa.
macaudailytimes.com.mo
· 2026-09-17
This article examines Macau's safety paradox, noting conflicting safety rankings—Kakapo's study placed it 89th globally while Numbeo ranked it 5th—despite government statistics showing declining overall crime rates and very low violent crime. However, financial crimes remain a significant concern, with fraud cases totaling 1,006 in the first half of 2026 (down 10.8% but still substantial), including investment scams, official impersonation, and romance scams causing "high financial losses," alongside a troubling 12.2% rise in gambling-related cases. The article cautions that low violent crime rates should not mask the real financial harm documented in Macau
nationthailand.com
· 2026-09-17
Two US House committee chairmen requested the Trump administration investigate 28 people and entities, including Thai financier Vorapak Tanyawong, for possible sanctions over alleged links to Southeast Asian scam operations. The lawmakers attribute growing American financial losses to Chinese criminal organizations operating industrial-scale scam compounds in Southeast Asia that exploit approximately 400,000 trafficking victims forced to commit cryptocurrency fraud, romance scams, and other schemes. They estimate cyber-scam profits in the Mekong subregion equaled nearly 40% of combined formal GDP in 2024, with scam operations allegedly protected by corrupt officials in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos.
wect.com
· 2026-09-17
Scammers in North Carolina are posing as police officers and court personnel to target domestic violence survivors, using public court records to create convincing stories and demanding immediate phone payments for bond, protective orders, and electronic monitoring. These callers exploit vulnerable victims by falsifying urgency and falsely claiming that legal services require fees, when in fact domestic violence protective orders and support services are always free. State officials urge victims to hang up on such calls and contact local law enforcement or the North Carolina Consumer Protection Division.
thediplomat.com
· 2026-09-17
U.S. Congressmen Brian Mast and John Moolenaar are calling for expanded investigations into Southeast Asian scam operations in Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar, requesting sanctions against 28 individuals and entities allegedly involved in online fraud networks that have stolen tens of billions of dollars from Americans. These industrial-scale scam operations, predominantly run by Chinese criminal organizations, primarily operate romance, investment, and cryptocurrency schemes while relying on trafficked workers held in harsh conditions. The congressmen argue that government crackdowns in the region have been largely ineffective and performative, with corrupt officials enabling continued criminal activity at a massive scale.
wrbl.com
· 2026-09-17
Lieutenant Jane Edenfield with the Columbus Police Department appeared in a midday interview on Wednesday to raise awareness about a rising trend of work-from-home scams. The interview aimed to educate the public on how to identify and avoid these fraudulent schemes that target individuals seeking remote employment opportunities.
fox6now.com
· 2026-09-17
Scammers are impersonating Spectrum Mobile representatives and calling Wisconsin residents offering to lower phone bills if they order a new phone and open a new line, then return the device. The scheme actually involves victims reshipping the phones to unknown addresses rather than Spectrum, resulting in charges for the unreturned devices and no discount received. Spectrum advises customers to never accept unsolicited devices, never reship equipment, and always contact the carrier directly through official channels to verify any offers.
wral.com
· 2026-09-17
A Durham woman lost nearly $2,000 to scammers impersonating sheriff's deputies who claimed she had missed jury duty and owed bail for three arrest warrants. The fraudsters used personal information about the victim and created urgency through fake legal documents and intimidating language to convince her to wire money. This jury duty scam is among hundreds reported across central North Carolina in 2026, with law enforcement agencies documenting over 100 similar complaints in the Triangle area alone.
aarp.org
· 2026-09-17
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ksat.com
· 2026-09-17
About 100 seniors in San Antonio attended an AI Skills Jam event hosted by OpenAI, AARP, and Senior Planet to learn how artificial intelligence works and how to use it safely while avoiding online scams increasingly targeting older adults. Participants learned the importance of protecting personal information, verifying sources, and understanding what not to share online, while also discovering practical AI applications for daily life. The event was part of a nationwide initiative across 10 cities designed to ensure older adults are not left behind as AI technology becomes more prevalent.
ftc.gov
· 2026-09-17
The FTC announced expanded payments under its $2.5 billion Amazon settlement for millions of consumers who were enrolled in Prime subscriptions without consent and faced difficulties canceling. Amazon has already distributed over $845 million in refunds and will now automatically issue payments to additional consumers, with the maximum refund cap increased from $51 to $200, requiring no claims or paperwork from recipients. The expanded redress, approved by federal court in October 2026, aims to ensure more harmed consumers benefit from the settlement without requiring them to take any action.
vladtv.com
· 2026-09-17
DJ Vlad's 80-year-old mother was defrauded of $200,000 in an FBI impersonation scam where fake federal agents gained remote access to her computer, claiming her Social Security and bank account were compromised, then directed her to purchase gold coins and transfer them in a parking lot exchange. The scam utilized tactics including fake pop-ups, authority impersonation, isolation from family, and manipulation through fear, with former CIA officer Charles Finfrock explaining how such schemes exploit vulnerable seniors. The case highlights the growing prevalence of elder fraud and gold-based scams targeting seniors.
quiverquant.com
· 2026-09-17
Rep. Julie Fedorchak co-sponsored four bipartisan bills that passed the House, including measures to strengthen northern border security, expand intelligence sharing with state and local partners, provide law enforcement with enhanced tools against financial fraud targeting seniors, and require AM radio in new vehicles. No specific dollar amounts related to the fraud prevention efforts were mentioned in the release.
ibtimes.co.uk
· 2026-09-17
OpenAI and AARP launched a free AI training program in September 2025 to teach 1,000 older adults across 10 US communities how to use ChatGPT to identify scams and suspicious messages. The initiative addresses a critical problem: Americans aged 60 and over filed 201,266 fraud complaints in 2025, resulting in $7.748 billion in losses—a 59% increase from 2024, with investment scams alone accounting for over $3.5 billion. The workshops teach older adults to recognize warning signs in suspicious communications such as urgent language, demands for secrecy, and suspicious links, while emphasizing that ChatGPT should be combined
pymnts.com
· 2026-09-17
The House passed the bipartisan GUARD Act on September 15 with a 414-7 vote, providing state and local law enforcement additional federal grant funding and resources to investigate financial scams targeting seniors, particularly cryptocurrency-based "pig butchering" schemes where fraudsters gradually build trust before stealing victims' savings. The legislation authorizes federal agencies to assist local authorities with blockchain-tracing technology to track stolen money and pursue perpetrators who often operate from overseas networks. The bill now moves to the Senate, where a similar measure has already been advanced.
411mania.com
· 2026-09-17
A 64-year-old Pennsylvania man lost over $42,000 in a romance or online scam where a perpetrator impersonated WWE star Rhea Ripley and convinced him to send multiple online payments. Pennsylvania State Police began investigating in spring, though the victim declined to cooperate with authorities. This incident follows a similar case in November 2024 where a 78-year-old man was defrauded of over $1 million by someone posing as wrestler Alexa Bliss online.
intpolicydigest.org
· 2026-09-17
A significant share of people over 50 are using online dating apps and websites to find long-term partners, with about 23% of those in their 50s having tried dating sites, though nearly half encountered suspected scammers according to Pew Research data. The article discusses how technology has made long-distance relationships more feasible for older adults but also highlights important considerations around practical logistics, trust, and safety when dating internationally after 50.