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einpresswire.com · 2026-03-02

Free Shred Events, Webinars and Cryptocurrency Scam Education Throughout March

COLUMBIA, S.C. –National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) officially runs March 1-7 and the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is again expanding our efforts to cover the entire mont...

eccalifornian.com · 2026-03-02

Consumers deserve truth and justice | The East County Californian

Recently, our office secured a major victory on behalf of Californians who were misled by Vivint Solar’s sales and contracting practices. As part of a multi-county enforcement action, the company agre...

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nj1015.com · 2026-03-01

How Rutgers studentsfellfor a fake job scam- New Jersey 101.5

NEW BRUNSWICK — Several individuals connected with Rutgers University were victims of a scam involving fake checks. Rutgers police say the victims received an email in their Rutgers email account fro...

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gizmodo.com · 2026-03-01

Minnesota Lawmakers and Police Seek Complete Ban on Crypto ATMs - Gizmodo

Minnesota lawmakers, backed by local police and the Department of Commerce, have introduced legislation to ban crypto ATMs statewide. House File 3642, sponsored by Rep. Erin Koegel, reached the House ...

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mexc.com · 2026-03-01

$580M in Crypto Seized as U.S. Targets Global Scam Networks | MEXC News

In a major escalation of the fight against crypto-enabled fraud, U.S. authorities announced the seizure of more than $580 million in digital assets from Southeast Asia-based scam networks. The action...

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timesrepublican.com · 2026-03-01

Online fraud prevention tips | News, Sports, Jobs - Times Republican

As Chief of Police, our agency remains vigilant in providing information to our community members when we observe increasing crime trends. We look to track these occurrences not only to ensure we have...

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blog.knowbe4.com · 2026-03-01

Common Facebook Scam Method - Human Risk Management Blog

A friend posted this on Facebook and it came up on my feed. I know this person and I was so sorry to read. How horrific! I had no idea who was killed in the accident, so I clicked on the news story....

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lifehacker.com · 2026-03-01

How Scammers Are Using AI to Target Travelers - Lifehacker

If you are planning spring or summer travel, you may want to slow down and pay close attention to the process. Scammers have a lot to gain by targeting travelers: The Federal Trade Commission tracked ...

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abc15.com · 2026-03-01

How to spot AI-generated fake sites, counterfeit products before you get scammed- ABC15 Arizona

PHOENIX — Scammers are using artificial intelligence to copy brand websites and trick shoppers into buying counterfeit products — or stealing their personal information entirely. Nearly 60% of brands...

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sg.finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-01

A New York woman lost nearly $1M in aromance scam — here are the red flags she missed ...

A search for love shouldn’t cost you your life savings — but for a growing number of Americans, it does. That’s what happened to Jackie Crenshaw, from Connecticut. She told ABC 7 News that while she ...

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calhounjournal.com · 2026-03-01

Steve Marshall Urges Caution asRomance Scams Continue Targeting Online Dating Users

Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is encouraging residents to exercise extreme caution when using online dating platforms, warning that scammers are increasingly targeting indiv...

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aol.com · 2026-03-01

High-powered professional woman lost nearly $1M to alove scam — here are the red flags ...

A search for love shouldn’t cost you your life savings — but for a growing number of Americans, it does. That’s what happened to Jackie Crenshaw, from Connecticut. She told ABC 7 News that while she ...

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straitstimes.com · 2026-03-01

Cambodian authorities detain 81 scams uspects in capital raid - Straitstimes.com

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments The authorities detained 81 people and seized phones, computers and wigs. PHOTO: THE PHNOMH PENH POST/ASIA NEWS NETWORK Published Feb 28...

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dfpi.ca.gov · 2026-02-28

The New Era of Tech-Enabled Scams- DFPI - CA.gov

Last updated: Mar 4, 2026 @ 11:14 am 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 ...

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wxyz.com · 2026-02-28

USPIS warns of AI-related scams ahead of National Consumer Protection Week - WXYZ

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...

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fox26houston.com · 2026-02-28

Woman accused of posing as Wells Fargo employee to scam 2 Houston customers out of thousands

For more than a year we've been reporting exclusively on a scam targeting Wells Fargo Bank customers. Now, a 24-year-old woman is charged for her alleged role in the scheme. FOX 26's Randy Wallace exp...

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waff.com · 2026-02-28

Financial extortion scam targeting Randolph School community prompts Thursday closure

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - Randolph School closed on Thursday while looking into a reported financial extortion scam. In a letter to parents, the school said a faculty member had been targeted with th...

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kucoin.com · 2026-02-28

Minnesota Proposes Bill to Ban Crypto ATMs Amid Concerns OverElder Fraud| KuCoin

BlockBeats news, on February 27, according to The Block, Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Representative Erin Koegel recently introduced Bill HF 3642, aiming to ban the placement and operation of cry...

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cryptorank.io · 2026-02-28

Cryptocurrency Kiosks Face Devastating Ban in Minnesota asElder FraudCases Surge to ...

Share: BitcoinWorld 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...

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skillet.lifehacker.com · 2026-02-28

How AI Is MakingRomance Scams Even More Dangerous - Lifehacker

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...

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kucoin.com · 2026-02-28

Minnesota Proposes Bill to Ban Crypto ATMs AmidElder FraudCases | KuCoin

Odaily Planet Daily report: Recently, Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party representative Erin Koegel introduced Bill HF 3642, aiming to ban the placement and operation of cryptocurrency ATMs acros...

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mexc.com · 2026-02-28

Minnesota Bill Seeks Statewide Ban On Crypto Kiosks AfterElder FraudRise | MEXC News

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on cryptocurrency kiosks after a rise in elder fraud cases. The proposal follows reports of seniors losing large sums through scam-linked transactio...

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mexc.com · 2026-02-28

Minnesota Moves to Ban Crypto Kiosks OverFraud| MEXC News

Minnesota lawmakers are advancing legislation that would prohibit cryptocurrency kiosks across the state. The proposal follows testimony from law enforcement officials who linked the machines to a sur...

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jdsupra.com · 2026-02-28

New York attorney general warns of increasingly prevalent 'pig butchering' scams

On February 17, New York State Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert and digital guide warning residents about “pig butchering” scams targeting individuals through social media, datin...

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jezebel.com · 2026-02-28

My Week With a Nextdoor Catphish Scammer - Jezebel

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 ...

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yahoo.com · 2026-02-27

The Top Scams Retirees Fall For Every Time - Yahoo

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...

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rstreet.org · 2026-02-27

“I've Been Scammed, Now What?”: The Growing Crisis Facing Everyday Americans

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...

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va.gov · 2026-02-27

Helping comrades avoid scams- VA.gov

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...

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wlwt.com · 2026-02-27

Residents report scammers claiming to be paramedics, demanding money using AI - WLWT

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...

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recordedfuture.com · 2026-02-27

Recorded Future Expands Coverage of Scams and Financial Fraud with Money Mule ...

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...

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yahoo.com · 2026-02-27

Report:Romance scams in 2024 resulted in $672 million of losses - Yahoo

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2024 Annual Report, romance scams resulted in at least $672 million in reported losses, with over 17,000 complaints....

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globaldatinginsights.com · 2026-02-27

Romance Scams Outpace Other Fraud Types at $1.16 Billion - Global Dating Insights

Romance scams continue to escalate, with reported losses reaching alarming levels in recent quarters. According to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Consumer Sentinel Network data, the median loss per ro...

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thenational.com.pg · 2026-02-27

Lovein the time of scams: Onlineromancetraps in PNG | The National

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...

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yahoo.com · 2026-02-27

Altamonte Springs gold refinery raided in multi-stateelder fraudring - Yahoo

A local jewelry store is mixed up in a three-state sting that authorities say was part of a “gold bar scam.” Authorities in three states conducted a series of raids this week to dismantle an organize...

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wftv.com · 2026-02-27

Altamonte Springs gold refinery raided in multi-stateelder fraudring - WFTV

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. — A local jewelry store is mixed up in a three-state sting that authorities say was part of a “gold bar scam.” Authorities in three states conducted a series of raids this wee...

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cohousedems.com · 2026-02-27

ASSET Act to Protect Older Coloradans from Being Scammed Passes Committee

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...

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livebitcoinnews.com · 2026-02-27

US Agents Seize $61M USDT From Crypto Romance Scam | Live Bitcoin News

- 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...

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thesun.co.uk · 2026-02-27

I lost £19k in 3 month 'pig-butchering' scam … fraudster used love bomb tricks to lure me in ...

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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thecoinrepublic.com · 2026-02-27

Crypto News: DOJ Seizes $61 Million in USDT Linked toPig ButcheringFraud

Federal agents in North Carolina seized more than $61 million in USDT tied to a major pig butchering crypto scam. Investigators said the scheme worked by gaining victims’ trust through fake online rel...

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mexc.com · 2026-02-27

Crypto News: DOJ Seizes $61 Million in USDT Linked toPig ButcheringFraud

Federal agents in North Carolina seized more than $61 million in USDT tied to a major pig butchering crypto scam. Investigators said the scheme worked by gaining victims’ trust through fake online rel...

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mexc.com · 2026-02-27

US Seizes $61M in USDT Tied toPig ButcheringCrypto Scam | MEXC News

US Federal agents in North Carolina seized more than $61 million worth of USDt (USDT) tied to a large‑scale “pig butchering” crypto investment scam that preyed on victims through fake online relations...

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mexc.com · 2026-02-27

US Agents Seize $61M USDt in MajorPig ButcheringCrypto Scam | MEXC News

US federal agents from North Carolina have captured over $61 million worth of USDt associated with a large-scale “pig butchering” crypto investment scam that hunted victims via fake online relationshi...

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granttribune.com · 2026-02-27

Grantseniorslearn how to spot scams atfraudeducation session

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. Wit...

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aol.com · 2026-02-27

The Top Scams Retirees Fall For Every Time - AOL.com

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...

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trmlabs.com · 2026-02-26

Tracing aRomance Scam: A Survivor's Story and the Investigation Behind It - TRM Labs

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...

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aldianews.com · 2026-02-26

The Growing Cost ofRomance Scams | Al Día News

Americans lose savings, retirement funds, and financial stability in schemes that exploit trust built online. Romance scams are no longer a fringe crime tied to fake social media profiles. Today, the...

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chattanoogapulse.com · 2026-02-26

How To Protect Yourself From Identity Thieves, Fraudsters, And Online Scammers

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...

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washingtonexec.com · 2026-02-26

The Swedish Architect Who Wasn't: How One Scam Reinforced Tiziana Barrow's Mission to ...

The message popped up on Tiziana Barrow’s phone like any other dating app intro. The photos showed a handsome blond with glasses — a Washington, D.C.-based architect from Sweden finishing a project ov...

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ncsl.org · 2026-02-26

Gift Card Fraud Surges as Scammers Get More Sophisticated

A retailer’s gift card display includes a sign warning consumers about fraud. (Jeff Greenberg/Getty Images) Gift card scams and fraud are on the rise. The Federal Trade Commission received more than...

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wbay.com · 2026-02-26

Side hustle scams: How to spot fake job offers - WBAY

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - The holidays are now a distant memory but not the bills. If you’re looking to pay down some debt by making extra cash with a side hustle, beware of scams. Scammers have hustl...

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