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kxxv.com
· 2025-12-08
McLennan County Sheriff Parnell McNamara warned the public about a surge in cryptocurrency scams where scammers contact victims via email or text with threats (such as bail money needed or arrest warrants) to pressure them into depositing money into crypto kiosks. Reported losses from these scams jumped dramatically from $32,033 in 2023 to $3.84 million in the following year, with victims losing entire life savings; one New Braunfels woman lost $111,000, though another victim recovered $15,000 after police obtained a search warrant. Authorities advise victims to contact law enforcement immediately and warn that elderly individuals are frequently targeted by these
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
The Better Business Bureau warns of four common tax season scams: tax identity theft through phishing and data breaches, email phishing impersonating the IRS, IRS impersonation via spoofed phone calls demanding payment under threats of arrest, and fraudulent "ghost" tax preparers who charge high fees and disappear. According to the IRS, taxpayers lost $5.5 billion to tax scams and fraud in 2023, and the BBB recommends verifying businesses, using personal accounts for deposits, and filing early to protect against these schemes.
eagletimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers posing as Eversource energy company representatives are targeting customers in New Hampshire with threats to disconnect power unless they make immediate payments, using scare tactics to pressure victims into handing over money or personal information. Eversource and local police warn that the company never demands instant payment over the phone, requests gift cards or prepaid cards, or asks for personal information in unsolicited communications. Residents are advised to hang up on suspicious callers, verify requests through official company channels, and report incidents to local police.
athensreview.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2025, scammers continue exploiting individuals through evolving phone, online, social media, and AI-powered schemes including voice recording manipulation, fake missing child posts, brushing scams, false invoices targeting businesses, and deepfake technology. Protection strategies include avoiding unfamiliar calls, verifying information through trusted sources, monitoring accounts for identity theft, enabling multi-factor authentication, and promptly reporting suspicious activity to the FTC, Better Business Bureau, or relevant authorities.
wfsb.com
· 2025-12-08
"Brushing" scams involve criminals sending unsolicited packages to consumers' addresses, often with QR codes that may contain malware or lead to personal information theft, while also using the shipment to write fake reviews under the recipient's name. The Better Business Bureau warns that consumers should avoid scanning QR codes on unexpected packages and report unordered items through Amazon's "report unsolicited packages" feature to prevent fraudsters from creating fake reviews that mislead other shoppers.
wktn.com
· 2025-12-08
The Auglaize County Sheriff's Office issued a public awareness alert urging residents to recognize elder fraud threats, which include phone calls, emails, pop-ups, text messages, and letters targeting seniors. The advisory recommends not sharing personal information with unverified callers, avoiding sending money or gift cards to strangers, verifying emergency claims and prize winnings through trusted sources, and reporting suspicious activity to the Federal Trade Commission.
newsbug.info
· 2025-12-08
Oak Grove Christian Retirement Village hosted an educational program featuring DeMotte police officials who presented information on elder financial abuse, which affects over 13% of American seniors annually and costs victims more than $3 billion yearly. The presentation covered eleven common scam types targeting seniors—including grandparent scams, charity fraud, phishing, and tax scams—while noting that victims aged 80-89, particularly women and those living alone, are most vulnerable, and that only 1 in 44 incidents are reported due to embarrassment and fear of losing independence. Attendees learned protective strategies such as verifying requests before sending money, monitoring financial statements, and reporting scams to the FTC or calling
live959.com
· 2025-12-08
A Massachusetts resident received unsolicited calls from someone claiming to be "Sid" from American Express warning about fraudulent credit card activity and requesting verification at the number 1-800-450-8738. After initial skepticism, the caller's persistence led the recipient to investigate; while some online sources claimed the number was legitimate, contacting the real American Express fraud department confirmed it was a scam number. The scam demonstrates the increasing sophistication of voice impersonation fraud, where scammers use personal information and persistent contact attempts to gain trust before attempting financial exploitation.
etedge-insights.com
· 2025-12-08
A 60-year-old technology professional in Bengaluru lost ₹2.8 crore to a sophisticated "free gift" scam in which a fraudster posed as a bank representative and delivered a smartphone preloaded with malicious software and a cloning app. After the victim inserted his SIM card, scammers gained remote access to his device, altered his bank account's registered mobile number, and siphoned funds from his fixed deposits. The article advises protecting against such scams by verifying unsolicited offers through official channels, inspecting unexpected devices before use, enabling two-factor authentication, and remaining skeptical of offers that seem too good to be true.
substack.com
· 2025-12-08
A Twitter/X account holder was compromised after falling for a phishing scam involving a fake copyright infringement notice email that mimicked official platform communications. The attacker gained access by trick the user into logging through a fraudulent form, then locked them out by adding themselves as a delegate account manager—a feature that persists even after password changes and two-factor authentication is disabled. The victim was unable to regain control despite attempting platform support, which provided only automated responses and could not resolve the issue due to the delegation exploit.
sierradailynews.com
· 2025-12-08
An Alturas resident fell victim to a sophisticated Publishers Clearing House (PCH) sweepstakes scam after receiving a fraudulent letter claiming he had won $750,000 and instructing him to deposit an enclosed check to cover processing fees. Once the victim deposited the fake check, scammers gained access to his bank account and withdrew funds before the check's fraudulent nature was discovered. Authorities warn residents to never deposit unsolicited checks, verify prize claims directly with organizations, and report suspicious communications to the FTC and local law enforcement.
scmp.com
· 2025-12-08
Multiple Hong Kong university students, particularly mainland students, have fallen victim to sophisticated phone scams where fraudsters impersonated law enforcement or government officials, with over 90 students from HKU and City University of Hong Kong defrauded of approximately HK$75 million (US$9.6 million) in recent months. The scams targeting this vulnerable population have increased dramatically, with monthly cases rising from an average of 24 to 91 between mid-2023 and October, prompting calls for enhanced cross-border protective measures.
upnorthlive.com
· 2025-12-08
A Traverse City convenience store lost $10,000 in a lottery ticket scam where suspects purchased large quantities of tickets using stolen credit cards, then cashed them through the Michigan Lottery app before the fraud was detected. The scam has affected multiple businesses across Michigan from the Upper Peninsula to south of Cadillac, with suspects believed to originate from the Battle Creek area and operating as an organized ring rather than isolated individuals. Police advise store employees to be alert for customers attempting to buy thousands of dollars in lottery tickets with failing credit cards and to call 911 immediately if such activity occurs.
press-herald.com
· 2025-12-08
A call forwarding scam targets banking customers by impersonating financial institutions and tricking victims into activating call forwarding codes (*72 or *401) that redirect incoming calls to scammers, who then intercept sensitive account information. To protect against this increasingly common fraud, consumers should never enter forwarding codes on unsolicited calls, avoid sharing account information over the phone, verify caller identity independently, monitor accounts for suspicious activity, and hang up and call their bank directly using trusted contact information when something seems suspicious.
secretservice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Pig butchering is a billion-dollar cryptocurrency investment fraud scheme where scammers build trust with victims—often through fake romantic relationships on dating apps or unsolicited social media contact—and convince them to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency projects that promise high returns. Victims are gradually encouraged to transfer increasing amounts of money until they suffer financial ruin, with the scammer disappearing once substantial funds have been obtained. To protect yourself, avoid unsolicited investment advice from online contacts, verify investment legitimacy through regulatory authorities, never share personal financial information with people you haven't met in person, and be suspicious of projects with guaranteed high returns or romantic interests who refuse to meet in person or appear on video calls.
huffpost.com
· 2025-12-08
Nearly 70,000 people reported romance scams to the FTC in 2022, losing a total of $1.3 billion with an average loss of $4,400. A notable case involved a French woman who lost €830,000 ($865,000) to a scammer impersonating Brad Pitt over an 18-month period, who used AI-generated images of the actor in a hospital to convince her he needed money for cancer treatment. The article advises families to watch for warning signs like sudden mood changes or secretive behavior in loved ones, and recommends approaching suspected victims with gentle questions rather than accusations, as confrontation can actually strengthen the scammer's control over
citybeat.com
· 2025-12-08
Pamela Moore, a 66-year-old grandmother with no prior criminal record, was sentenced to 24 months in prison in August 2024 for money laundering related to online romance scams. Between 2020 and 2023, Moore's bank accounts received over $8 million in criminally derived funds from romance scammers nationwide, and she personally converted approximately $1.7 million to Bitcoin at the scammers' direction. Moore herself had initially lost six figures to the same scammers after becoming emotionally vulnerable following her husband's death in 2015, eventually being manipulated into laundering their illicit proceeds through a fraudulent shell company.
thesenior.com.au
· 2025-12-08
Seniors in Queensland, Victoria, and South Australia are being targeted by a fake Seniors Card scam operating through the fraudulent website www.theseniorsassistant.com, which illegally charges fees for free government services. The article also highlights other concurrent scams, including a letterbox cash collection scheme and a romance scam where an 81-year-old woman lost over $50,000 to an online fraudster after taking out a loan against her home.
abc7news.com
· 2025-12-08
A Walnut Creek senior was targeted in a "grandson scam" where a caller impersonating her grandson said he was in jail and needed $7,500 in bail money; she withdrew the cash and gave it to a courier at her gated community, then was asked for an additional $5,000. This was the second such incident at Rossmoor in four months, and bank employees attempted to intervene both times by questioning the large cash withdrawals. Walnut Creek police recommend verifying emergency calls with other family members and establishing a family password to prevent such fraud.
fosters.com
· 2025-12-08
Hampton residents lost nearly $1 million to phone, email, text, and social media scams over 13 months, with many involving cryptocurrency, according to Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno—though he notes this represents only reported cases. One particularly devastating case involved a "pig butchering scheme" where a resident lost $480,000 after a scammer built trust through social media before introducing a fraudulent investment opportunity. The Hampton Police Department has become New Hampshire's first law enforcement agency to open a Coinbase account to potentially freeze and recover stolen cryptocurrency, and the chief urges residents to contact police before sending money rather than after they've been victimized.
seacoastonline.com
· 2025-12-08
In Hampton, residents lost approximately $1 million to phone, email, text, and social media scams over a 13-month period ending January 2025, with many involving cryptocurrency. Police Chief Alex Reno noted that reported losses likely represent only a fraction of actual fraud losses, as victims often do not report incidents due to embarrassment.
pembinavalleyonline.com
· 2025-12-08
The Winkler Police Report documented three fraud incidents during the holiday season: a male resident lost money to an online investment scam after downloading a fraudulent app and providing sensitive personal information; an elderly woman was targeted in a grandparent scam where a caller claimed to be her grandson needing bail money and fraudulently accessed her bank account; and another male victim sent multiple payments to a scammer posing as a lawyer who promised to recover funds from a fraudulently opened Bitcoin account. Police advised victims to report incidents to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, contact their banks, and protect their personal information to prevent further losses.
express.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Beauty expert Molly fell victim to a sophisticated Amazon account scam in which a caller impersonating an Amazon fraud team member placed multiple iPhone 16 orders in her basket to establish credibility, then requested a one-time verification code to "close" her account—a tactic designed to gain unauthorized access. After the scammer hung up mid-call, the fraudulent orders disappeared, forcing Molly to cancel all her bank cards and change her passwords as a precaution. The incident highlights how scammers can manipulate even security-conscious individuals by exploiting trust and urgency, prompting wider awareness among social media users who shared similar experiences.
wnyt.com
· 2025-12-08
A Glenmont man's Facebook account was hacked during the holidays, and scammers used it to post fake Buffalo Bills season ticket listings. A Slingerlands woman, believing she was messaging her Facebook friend, sent $880 total through Apple Cash and bank transfer ($380, $500, and $300 for supposed parking and transfer fees) before becoming suspicious when the Bills box office confirmed they don't charge transfer fees. The victim filed a police report and is disputing the charges with her bank, while the account owner reported the incident to the FTC and New York Attorney General's Office.
mainlinemedianews.com
· 2025-12-08
State Rep. Chris Pielli and the Housing Authority of Chester County hosted a "Scam Jam" educational program featuring experts from state and local law enforcement to help residents identify and avoid fraud targeting vulnerable populations, particularly seniors. The program covered multiple scam types including grandparent scams using emotional triggers, caregiver fraud involving isolated victims, romance scams, and impersonation schemes that exploit technology and social media information.
wibx950.com
· 2025-12-08
The New York State Thruway Authority is warning residents of a phishing scam targeting EZ Pass and Tolls by Mail customers through text messages and emails that falsely claim an outstanding balance. The fraudulent messages prompt victims to click links and enter sensitive information such as Social Security numbers and credit card details. The authority recommends verifying suspicious messages directly with official channels, reporting phishing attempts to the FTC and US-CERT, and contacting the Tolls by Mail Customer Service Center at 1-844-826-8400 if victimized.
metro.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Wayne Westhead, a 65-year-old British Army veteran, lost £152,000 to a fraudulent Bitcoin investment scheme advertised on Facebook using Sir Rod Stewart's image, which targeted him while he was caring for his wife with breast cancer and later grieving her death. The scammers used fake investment returns and pressure tactics to convince him to invest over four years, with funds going to a "ghost account" rather than actual Bitcoin holdings. Westhead eventually recovered his £152,000 plus £45,000 in interest after his lawyers successfully argued that Nationwide building society had failed to protect him from financial exploitation during his vulnerable circumstances.
sooleader.com
· 2025-12-08
The Michigan State Police Alpena Post issued a warning about rising online and phone scams, noting that the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center received 880,418 complaints with losses exceeding $12.5 billion in 2023. Common scams reported locally include computer antivirus pop-up scams requesting financial information or remote access, and threatening extortion emails demanding payment via bitcoin or gift cards. The MSP advised citizens never to make payments through cash apps or gift cards to unknown sources, never share banking information over the phone, and never click links in suspicious emails.
10tv.com
· 2025-12-08
An Ohio woman lost nearly $5,000 in a "mule scam" after being hired by fraudulent company "Skyline Deliveries" to print shipping labels and return packages for promised monthly payments that were never deposited. The Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio warns job seekers applying for remote work to watch for red flags such as upfront payment requests and vague job responsibilities, as scammers use these employment schemes to recruit people to unknowingly transport stolen merchandise.
newsbug.info
· 2025-12-08
Oak Grove Christian Retirement Village hosted an educational presentation by DeMotte police on January 8 covering elder financial abuse, which costs seniors over $3 billion annually with more than 13% of American elders victimized yearly. The presentation outlined eleven common scam types targeting seniors (including grandparent scams, charity fraud, identity theft, and tech support scams), noting that victims aged 80-89, particularly women living alone, face the highest risk and that underreporting remains severe due to embarrassment and fear of losing independence. Key protective measures include monthly financial monitoring, verifying requests by calling contacts directly, reporting fraud to the FTC, and consulting trusted advisors before financial decisions.
tcpalm.com
· 2025-12-08
Two individuals were arrested as "couriers" in gold bar scams that defrauded at least three Indian River Shores residents of nearly $2 million in early 2024. The scams involved fake government officials calling victims and instructing them to purchase gold bars, which couriers then collected in person; one 77-year-old woman lost $156,000 across two separate meetings, handing over gold bars worth approximately $72,904 and $83,000. Rakeshbhai Harshadbhai Patel, 35, was arrested in January 2025, and Syed Makki, 36, was arrested in Colorado and awaits ext
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Three Chicago-area residents involved in a romance scam network that bilked victims of over $3.5 million were sentenced, with one receiving probation and two receiving 10 and 20-year prison sentences respectively. The case centered on 57-year-old Laura Kowal from Illinois, who sent nearly $2 million to a fraudulent online persona called "Frank Borg" over almost two years before her death; the scammers, based in West Africa, used the defendants as "money mules" to launder the stolen funds. The sentencing highlighted the growing use of accomplices to facilitate romance scams and the devastating impact on victims and their families.
edmondlifeandleisure.com
· 2025-12-08
**Title:** Get Ready for Scams in the Digital Age
Adults aged 60 and older reported over 100,000 complaints to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center in 2023, resulting in losses exceeding $3.4 billion—an 11% increase from 2022. Common scams targeting seniors include phishing, Medicare and health insurance fraud, and tech support scams. Protection strategies include staying skeptical of unexpected communications, avoiding sharing personal information online, monitoring finances for unauthorized activity, and reporting suspected fraud immediately to relevant authorities including the FTC, Medicare, or financial institutions.
govtech.com
· 2025-12-08
State Rep. Chris Pielli and the Housing Authority of Chester County hosted an educational "Scam Jam" program featuring experts from law enforcement and banking agencies to inform residents about common fraud schemes targeting seniors. The program highlighted various scams including grandparent scams using emotional manipulation and AI voice mimicry, elder financial abuse by caregivers, romance scams, and phishing schemes like fake EZ Pass notifications, emphasizing that scammers exploit social media information and that even intelligent people can be deceived.
investopedia.com
· 2025-12-08
The IRS Criminal Investigation unit uncovered over $9.1 billion in tax fraud and financial crimes in 2024, with scams expected to peak during the 2025 tax-filing season. Common tactics include scammers impersonating IRS agents or tax preparers to claim taxpayers owe additional taxes or are due larger refunds, with threats of arrest or requests for bank details to steal information. Retired taxpayers and those nearing retirement are frequent targets, and experts recommend taking time to verify communications and avoiding pressure from scammers rather than responding immediately.
manchesterjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
Vermont's Attorney General reported 3,533 scam reports in 2024, with "Computer Tech Support" scams leading at nearly 30% of reports—a position it has held for four consecutive years—followed by identity theft and law enforcement imposter scams. Email extortion scams made a concerning return after a four-year absence, now featuring screen-captured images of victims' homes to increase pressure for compliance. The state is strengthening consumer protection by merging its scam alert system with Vermont's existing emergency alert infrastructure, which will reach approximately 72,000 users and offer real-time notifications to help residents identify and avoid fraud.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
An uptick in jury duty scams has been reported across multiple U.S. locations, where scammers impersonate court officials or police officers and threaten victims with fines or arrest for allegedly missing jury duty, demanding immediate payment via gift cards or wire transfers. Incidents have been documented in Elkhart County, Indiana and Hopkinsville, Kentucky, with authorities emphasizing that legitimate courts communicate about jury duty through official mail only and never solicit payments or personal information by phone or email. Citizens should verify caller claims independently, avoid immediate payments, and report suspicious calls to local law enforcement or the court clerk's office.
cityofpasadena.net
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:** Disaster victims are at risk of fraud from scammers posing as contractors, adjusters, or repair workers who contact them via door-to-door visits, phone calls, or emails. Survivors should verify any adjuster's credentials through the California Department of Insurance website, carefully review contracts, and understand fee structures before signing, with a dedicated hotline (626-744-4241) available to report suspected fraud.
goldrushcam.com
· 2025-12-08
Three defendants were charged by federal grand jury for operating PageTurner, a fake book publishing scheme that defrauded over 800 elderly authors of approximately $44 million between September 2017 and December 2024. The scammers, including Gemma Traya Austin of Chula Vista and two Philippine-based executives, contacted victims unsolicited and falsely promised that their books would be published or turned into films if they paid upfront fees for taxes and transaction costs. All three defendants were arrested in December 2024 and face charges including mail and wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
A French woman named Anne lost $850,000 to a romance scammer who used AI-generated deepfake images of Brad Pitt to pose as the actor on Facebook Messenger beginning in 2023. The scammer initially pretended to be Pitt's mother, then Pitt himself, and manipulated Anne with promises of love and marriage while requesting money for fabricated financial troubles and cancer treatment, ultimately leading her to divorce her millionaire husband. Experts warn that AI-enabled romance scams are increasingly common and effective because they target emotional vulnerabilities rather than logical reasoning, with victims often overlooking red flags in their desire for companionship and connection.
koamnewsnow.com
· 2025-12-08
**Online Romance Scams Warning (January 20, 2025)**
The Better Business Bureau issued a warning to consumers about online romance scams. The alert advises awareness of this fraud scheme, though the article excerpt provided does not contain specific details about affected victims, dollar amounts, or particular incidents.
chinadailyhk.com
· 2025-12-08
Hong Kong authorities are implementing anti-fraud measures targeting mainland students after an 18-year-old University of Hong Kong student lost HK$9.2 million ($1.18 million) to phone scammers posing as government officials in a money laundering scheme. New requirements include mandatory fraud prevention questionnaires for mainland students applying to study in Hong Kong, anti-scam lectures, and educational kits, with over 60 HKU students having lost more than HK$60 million to various scams recently. Multiple Hong Kong universities have adopted mandatory anti-fraud quizzes and questionnaires, with early results showing reduced fraud victimization rates among students who
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
This article outlines seven AI-powered scams that are becoming increasingly difficult to detect: voice cloning, deepfake impersonation, investment fraud, phishing, romance scams, and others. The article explains how scammers use AI technology to create convincing fake voices, videos, and messages to manipulate victims into sending money, revealing personal data, or clicking malicious links. It provides practical prevention tips for each scam type, including verifying caller identities with security questions, scrutinizing video quality and facial movements in deepfakes, verifying investment advisors, and avoiding suspicious links and downloads.
timesnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
A 60-year-old Bengaluru man lost Rs 2.8 crore in November-December 2024 after scammers posing as Citibank representatives contacted him via WhatsApp and sent him a free Redmi smartphone and SIM card, claiming he needed to update his phone number to activate a credit card. Once the victim set up the compromised device and entered his banking details, pre-installed malware allowed the fraudsters to clone his sensitive information, bypass security measures, and transfer the funds without authorization. The article advises never trusting unsolicited device offers, avoiding sharing banking details with unknown callers, being cautious of WhatsApp communications from
koreajoongangdaily.joins.com
· 2025-12-08
The South Korean government warned the public against an anticipated surge in text message scams (smishing) ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday, launching a 24-hour monitoring system in response. Common scams include messages impersonating public institutions demanding vehicle fine payments, fake holiday gift notifications, fraudulent tax refunds, and QR code scams ("quishing") that distribute malicious apps. Between 2022-2024, authorities reported 2.72 million smishing cases, with 59.4% impersonating public institutions and a growing number targeting elderly individuals through fake financial institution requests.
pasadenanow.com
· 2025-12-08
**Disaster Recovery Insurance Scam Alert**
Following the Eaton Fire, city officials warned homeowners of increased scam targeting through unsolicited door-to-door visits, phone calls, and emails, with scammers impersonating insurance adjusters and exploiting vulnerable disaster victims. The California Department of Insurance advises survivors to verify adjuster credentials through their official website, carefully review contracts, and understand fee structures before signing any agreements. Residents can report suspected scams by calling (626) 744-4241.
island.lk
· 2025-12-08
Sri Lanka's Computer Emergency Response Team warned the public about fraudulent text messages and phone calls falsely offering money, gifts, prizes, discounts, and job opportunities designed to trick victims into sharing personal information that could lead to financial fraud or identity theft. The agency urged recipients to verify authenticity and avoid engaging with suspicious messages, and encouraged reporting of fraudulent activity.
(Note: The second article about University of Peradeniya flooding is not elder fraud-related and falls outside the scope of Elderus database summarization.)
island.lk
· 2025-12-08
Scammers in Sri Lanka are sending fraudulent text messages and making phone calls claiming to offer cash prizes, gifts, discounts, or job opportunities to trick victims into sharing personal information that could lead to financial fraud or identity theft. The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Response Team urges the public to verify authenticity of such claims, avoid engaging with suspicious messages, and report fraudulent activity to authorities.
indeonline.com
· 2025-12-08
Weight loss product scams exploit New Year's resolutions by making false promises of rapid fat loss through vitamins, supplements, and dubious products like body wraps and skin patches, often using fake celebrity endorsements and fabricated "Shark Tank" claims. Consumers should avoid products claiming miraculous results without diet or exercise, verify ingredients with the FDA, research companies before purchasing, and be cautious of free trial offers that may result in unauthorized charges or difficult refund policies. The article advises checking for red flags such as missing ingredient lists, unsubstantiated testimonials, and subscription traps that lock consumers into recurring charges.
androidpolice.com
· 2025-12-08
AI technology is making scams increasingly convincing and harder to detect, with fraudsters using voice cloning, deepfakes, fake investment schemes, phishing emails, and romance scams to target victims. The article outlines seven types of AI-powered scams and provides prevention strategies, including verifying caller identities with security questions, scrutinizing deepfake videos for unnatural movements or audio-visual mismatches, consulting registered investment advisors, and avoiding clicking suspicious links or sharing sensitive information with unverified sources.