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legaldive.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission expanded its Telemarketing Sales Rule to cover inbound calls seeking technical support, targeting a major scam that cost older consumers over $175 million last year and at least $165 million in 2024. Tech support scams trick consumers—particularly those 60 and older, who are five times more likely to lose money—into paying for unnecessary services by using fake device alerts warning of malware. The expansion faced political opposition from Republican Commissioner Andrew Ferguson, who argued the FTC should avoid new policies during the transition to the Trump Administration, though his fellow Republican Commissioner Melissa Holyoak supported the rule as consistent with anti-fraud priorities.
goldrushcam.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission approved final amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule on December 2, 2024, extending its coverage to inbound telemarketing calls for technical support services, a major source of fraud losses for older adults. Consumers aged 60 and older lost more than $175 million to tech support scams in 2023 and reported over $165 million in losses in 2024, making them five times more likely than younger people to lose money to these scams. The expanded rule aims to hold businesses accountable by regulating how consumers are solicited for tech support services through advertisements and direct mail, with most provisions taking effect 60 days after publication.
wbur.org
· 2025-12-08
During the holiday shopping season, scammers use increasingly sophisticated tactics including AI-generated deepfakes and social engineering to target online shoppers of all ages and education levels. The article advises consumers to be cautious of fake retailer messages requesting personal financial information, verify suspicious communications with trusted contacts, and report scams to police to help law enforcement aggregate data and identify perpetrators.
coloradoan.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article identifies six common holiday season scams targeting online shoppers, including phishing attempts via fake delivery notifications, impersonation of delivery drivers and IRS agents, social media gift exchange schemes, and cloned emails from known contacts. The article recommends protective measures such as using secure websites (https), strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, avoiding unsecured Wi-Fi, and never clicking suspicious links or sharing personal financial information with unsolicited contacts. Key advice includes verifying sender legitimacy by examining email addresses for discrepancies and contacting the original sender through independently verified contact information.
mlive.com
· 2025-12-08
The Michigan Lottery warned residents of ongoing scams in which fraudsters either impersonate lottery officials claiming the victim has won and demand fees to collect the prize, or claim to have won themselves and offer to share winnings if the victim sends money first. Scammers request payment via cashier's check, electronic transfer, or cash, and may contact victims repeatedly for additional "fees" or "processing costs." Michigan Lottery officials emphasized that legitimate lottery prizes require no fees to claim and that anyone unsolicited claiming you've won is attempting fraud.
castanetkamloops.net
· 2025-12-08
A Kelowna senior named Rita fell victim to a phone scam over the summer that resulted in a significant financial loss, leaving her unable to afford adequate meals despite being a careful budgeter on a fixed income. After months of food insecurity, Rita reached out to the Central Okanagan Food Bank, which provided her with the support needed to feed herself and prepare meals for her grandchildren. This story is being shared as part of the organization's Set the Holiday Table fundraising campaign, which matches donations up to $125,000 through December 31.
devdiscourse.com
· 2025-12-08
A 33-year-old man from Thane, India lost Rs 10.08 lakh in an online impersonation scam when fraudsters posing as a customs officer and an associate threatened him with fabricated money laundering charges. The scam began in November with a WhatsApp call, and the victim was coerced into transferring money to multiple bank accounts before filing a police complaint on November 29, which prompted authorities to register a case under the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and the Information Technology Act.
news9live.com
· 2025-12-08
A 26-year-old woman in Mumbai was scammed of Rs 1.7 lakh by fraudsters impersonating Delhi Police officers who falsely claimed she was involved in a money laundering investigation and threatened her with "digital arrest." The scammers forced her to strip on a video call and demanded bank transfers before she realized the deception and reported the incident to authorities. Police have registered a case and are investigating, while noting this is part of a growing trend of digital arrest fraud targeting both elderly and younger adults.
baytoday.ca
· 2025-12-08
Grandparent or emergency scams exploit seniors' emotions by having fraudsters impersonate distressed family members, police officers, or acquaintances claiming a loved one needs immediate financial help due to accidents, jail, or other emergencies. The scammers gather personal information, demand secrecy, and pressure victims into sending cash or cryptocurrency. The Ontario Provincial Police recommend hanging up and independently verifying stories, questioning callers for details, being truthful with bank tellers about large withdrawals, and reporting suspected scams to local police or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
stomp.straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 67-year-old Singapore retiree transferred $1.19 million to scammers over one month after being convinced by impersonators posing as bank officers, police, and prosecutors that she was under investigation for money laundering. The scammers deceived her into believing that five-digit numbers she entered into her banking app were "verification codes" when they were actually the transaction amounts (ranging from $90,001 to $99,999), and coached her to lie to banks about the transfers being for watches or property. The scam was detected when a bank's anti-scam investigator flagged a suspicious large transfer in late June.
thegoan.net
· 2025-12-08
Senior advocate Carlos Ferreira identified systemic vulnerabilities enabling fraud in Goa, including land scams stemming from poor property record integration between Portuguese and Indian registration systems, cash-for-jobs schemes exploiting government hiring delays, and financial frauds involving both outright deception and institutional mismanagement. He proposed solutions including establishing unified public property registries, implementing timely government hiring practices, strengthening financial institution oversight, and protecting whistleblowers to combat these escalating fraud schemes.
headtopics.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly man was defrauded through an AI-enabled romance scam involving impersonation of actress Jennifer Aniston, demonstrating how artificial intelligence has made scams increasingly difficult for older adults to detect. The case illustrates the growing sophistication of elder fraud and underscores the importance of family vigilance, including enabling spam filters, registering on the National Do Not Call Registry, and having regular conversations about recognizing scam red flags such as urgency, requests for secrecy, and demands for immediate payment transfers.
newsbreak.com
· 2025-12-08
An Ohio man lost his entire life savings of $425,000 in a cryptocurrency fraud scam that began in October 2023 when scammers posing as tech support convinced him to grant remote access to his computer after falsely claiming his retirement account was compromised. Federal investigators used blockchain analysis to track and recover 947,883 USDT cryptocurrency tokens (valued at approximately $947,883) in July 2024, and filed a civil forfeiture complaint in November 2024 seeking to return the funds to the victim.
freepressjournal.in
· 2025-12-08
A 58-year-old chief loco inspector from India's railway department lost Rs4.82 lakh (approximately $5,800 USD) in an OTP fraud on November 9 after contacting a fraudulent customer support number he found online. The scammer posed as a bank representative and tricked him into entering his customer ID and OTP, which were then used to make three unauthorized online transactions. Thane police registered a case under IT Act sections 66C and 66D for identity theft and cheating by personation.
mirror.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
This educational article by consumer rights expert Martyn James advises readers on protecting themselves from fraud during peak shopping seasons. Key protective strategies include: remaining skeptical of anything online (websites, messages, calls, logos), avoiding impulsive responses to unsolicited communications, and contacting businesses directly through official channels rather than clicking links in emails or texts. The article notes that while £1.17 billion was stolen through fraud in the UK last year, £1.2 billion was prevented by financial institutions, and new regulations now require businesses to refund victims of "push payment fraud" in most circumstances.
express.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
A survey of 2,000 adults found that 22% of Millennials have been victimized by phishing scams via email or text, with Millennials losing an average of £150 each and Gen Z losing £141, despite taking precautions like avoiding suspicious links and using strong passwords. Experts warn that scammers are constantly refining their methods and exploiting current events to make fraud increasingly sophisticated, while four in 10 respondents reported contact from fraudsters impersonating bank or government officials. The research emphasizes that individuals should not feel ashamed when targeted by scams and should rely on banks and companies to provide better online protection measures.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A retired Navy Commodore in Bhopal lost Rs 68.49 lakh (approximately $82,000 USD) to a sophisticated "digital arrest" cyber-scam in January 2024, making him the first reported victim of this scam in the city. The fraudsters, operating from Southeast Asia, impersonated Indian government officials and used fake documents, RBI-stamped letters, and Skype communications to convince the officer that his Aadhaar ID was linked to drug trafficking and money laundering, coercing him to transfer funds in three installments as "security verification" before cutting off contact. The victim emphasized that the criminals conducted extensive research on him an
deccanchronicle.com
· 2025-12-08
A 90-year-old man in Gujarat lost his entire life savings of ₹1 crore in a digital scam when cybercriminals posing as bank officials tricked him into sharing sensitive banking details including OTPs through phone calls using fear tactics and technical jargon. The fraud was discovered by his family when they noticed unauthorized transactions, and police and the cybercrime cell launched an investigation to trace the perpetrators who used fake caller IDs and cloned websites. The incident underscores the vulnerability of elderly individuals to digital fraud and the need for greater cybersecurity awareness among seniors.
davidsonlocal.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is an educational resource warning North Carolinians about common holiday scams targeting vulnerable populations, particularly older adults. It covers four main fraud categories: holiday mail scams (phishing emails and porch theft), holiday shopping scams (fraudulent retailers and gift card schemes), and charity/investment scams, providing practical prevention tips such as verifying sender information, using secure networks for purchases, and researching charities before donating. The article emphasizes that consumers should be cautious during the high-spending season and recommends using resources like the BBB Scam Tracker and AARP Fraud Watch Network for protection and verification.
nbcboston.com
· 2025-12-08
Boston police have issued a holiday season fraud alert identifying six common scams: online shopping fraud using fake websites and social media ads, temporary job scams impersonating legitimate employers, phishing emails mimicking major retailers and banks, mail delivery scams requesting personal information via fake links, and gift card schemes involving PIN theft or manipulation. Police advise consumers to verify websites and employers directly, avoid clicking suspicious links, purchase gift cards from counters or legitimate online retailers, and report incidents to local police, the FTC, or the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center.
the-independent.com
· 2025-12-08
This piece describes an Amazon account takeover scam where fraudsters obtain a victim's phone number, trigger a password reset, then call the victim posing as Amazon to extract the verification code sent to their phone. Once the scammers gain account access, they use it to make unauthorized purchases on the victim's behalf, potentially compromising the account through the holiday shopping season. The author emphasizes that Amazon never initiates contact by phone and advocates for awareness of this common fraud tactic.
mirror.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
Research by Virgin Money surveying 2,000 adults found that Millennials and Gen Z are most vulnerable to scams, with one in five Millennials having fallen victim to phishing scams; Millennials lost an average of £150 per scam while Gen Z lost around £141, with a third of victims reporting embarrassment. The survey highlights that scam attempts are at an all-time high and constantly evolving, with nearly 75% of scams now occurring online, and experts warn that even financially savvy individuals can be deceived—as demonstrated by a money influencer who lost 50 euros to a street art scam in Rome.
e.vnexpress.net
· 2025-12-08
A phishing scam targeting Samsung users exploited a fake website mimicking Samsung's SmartThings app to steal login credentials, resulting in dozens of users having their smartphones and tablets remotely locked within days of accessing the fraudulent link shared on social media. Victims were presented with a phone number to contact for unlocking but found it unreachable, leaving them with the option of factory resetting their devices and losing all data. Samsung Vietnam confirmed it received reports of the scheme and launched an investigation, while local repair technicians reported increased requests to help unlock affected devices.
telecomtv.com
· 2025-12-08
O2 has launched Call Defence, a free AI-powered service that automatically alerts customers to suspected scam and nuisance calls before they answer, using Adaptive AI technology to analyze call behavior in real-time. The service addresses a significant problem in the UK where 16% of consumers fell victim to phone scams last year, losing an average of £798 each, with 22% of Brits targeted by scammers at least weekly. O2 is the first UK mobile operator to offer this fraud detection tool at no cost to all Pay Monthly and Business customers on compatible devices.
dvidshub.net
· 2025-12-08
Soldiers, veterans, and their family members face multiple growing scams including romance, confidence, and online impersonation fraud, according to Army Criminal Investigation Division officials. Data brokers sell personal information for as low as $20, which scammers use for targeted attacks such as impersonating military officials requesting gift cards, romance schemes targeting those over 50, and social media account takeovers. To protect themselves, individuals should use strong passwords with two-factor authentication, password managers, and separate work and personal accounts.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Black Friday shopping presents heightened fraud risks, with approximately 30% of annual online scams occurring on this day according to Norton's Scam Research Labs. The article identifies common scams including fake e-shops (which use unrealistically steep discounts and inconsistent payment options) and "smishing" attacks, and provides detection tips such as verifying secure connections (https/lock icons), checking URLs for brand consistency, reviewing third-party seller ratings, and confirming physical business addresses.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
A 61-year-old doctor in Hyderabad was targeted by scammers using a "digital arrest" fraud scheme that pressured him to withdraw Rs 13 lakh from his bank accounts, but alert SBI employee Surya Swathi recognized his anxious behavior and inconsistent story during multiple branch visits, ultimately preventing the loss. Through persistent intervention and sharing educational materials about the scam, Swathi and branch manager Kumar Gaud helped the senior citizen recognize he was being defrauded and disconnect from the criminals. The incident highlights the importance of verifying caller identity, protecting financial information, and remaining suspicious of urgent withdrawal demands.
republicworld.com
· 2025-12-08
An SBI bank officer in Hyderabad prevented a 61-year-old doctor from losing Rs 13 lakh in a digital arrest scam by recognizing suspicious behavior and educating the victim about the fraud scheme. The article documents several recent digital arrest scams in India where fraudsters impersonate government officials and threaten victims with virtual arrest to extort money, including cases involving a 77-year-old woman (Rs 3.8 crore lost), an IIT student (Rs 7.29 lakh lost), and a business chairman (Rs 7 crore lost). Key protection measures include never sharing banking details or OTPs with callers claiming to be
digit.in
· 2025-12-08
A 61-year-old child specialist in Hyderabad was targeted by scammers using a digital arrest scam who convinced him to withdraw over Rs 13 lakhs to settle a supposed legal dispute, but alert SBI employees Surya Swathi and Kumar Gaud recognized his distressed behavior and continuous incoming calls, educating him about the scam with newspaper evidence before he lost his money. The scammers used fear-mongering tactics common in digital arrest schemes, which prey on elderly and less digitally aware individuals, but the victim severed contact with the fraudsters after realizing the deception.
en.cibercuba.com
· 2025-12-08
A Venezuelan content creator in Spain used her TikTok platform to expose a "reverse Bizum" scam after a fraudster posing as a vehicle company representative tried to trick her into confirming a fake payment for a car sale. The scammer falsely claimed funds were "on hold" and needed her confirmation through the Bizum app, but the creator recognized the scheme after seeing prior warnings and avoided losing money. The incident prompted numerous users to share similar experiences with the same scam targeting car sales, apartment rentals, and motorcycle sales, highlighting the importance of never confirming transactions without verifying their legitimacy.
indiatoday.in
· 2025-12-08
A 25-year-old IIT Bombay student lost Rs 7.28 lakh in July after receiving a call from fraudsters impersonating Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) officials, who claimed 17 complaints of illegal activities were registered against his mobile number and threatened "digital arrest" if he didn't comply. The victim transferred the money across multiple transactions out of fear of legal consequences. Digital arrest scams exploit urgency and fear to manipulate victims—including educated professionals and seniors—into sending money by falsely claiming investigation for serious crimes; protection involves verifying caller identity through official channels, never sharing sensitive information with callers, and reporting suspected scams to
news.virginmediao2.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
O2 has launched Call Defence, a free AI-powered service that flags suspected scam and nuisance calls to customers before they answer, using Adaptive AI technology to analyze call behavior in real-time. The rollout comes as data shows 16% of UK consumers fell victim to phone scams last year, losing an average of £798 each, with nearly a quarter of Brits targeted by scammers at least weekly. O2 is the first UK mobile operator to offer this protection at no extra cost to Pay Monthly and business customers on both Android and iOS 18+ devices.
bizzbuzz.news
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams cost Australians $201 million annually and involve scammers creating fake identities to build trust through love bombing and manipulation before requesting money for investments, travel, or emergencies. People with acquired brain injuries are particularly vulnerable to these scams, with over half of surveyed clinicians reporting clients affected, because they struggle to recognize red flags and assess complex social situations. While romance scams cause significant financial loss, the emotional trauma—including shame and difficulty accepting the relationship was fake—can be equally or more damaging, though sharing survivor experiences can reduce stigma and help prevent future victimization.
independent.ie
· 2025-12-08
Gardaí in Limerick warned the public about counterfeit €50 notes in circulation and online scams, particularly ahead of the busy Christmas shopping season. One woman was scammed out of €250 after clicking a fraudulent link in a text purporting to be from An Post requesting payment for customs charges on a parcel. Police advised retailers to verify currency with marking pens and urged consumers to avoid clicking links in unsolicited texts or emails, especially during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping period.
techradar.com
· 2025-12-08
Black Friday coupon scams are increasing, with malicious websites offering fake discount codes that can compromise personal data and payment information. To stay safe, consumers should only use coupons from legitimate sources (verified through official brand websites and reputable retailers), avoid entering payment information or creating accounts to access discount codes, and be suspicious of "too good to be true" deals, unusual website URLs, or unsolicited emails and social media posts claiming to be from major retailers.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are exploiting Spotify's public playlists and podcasts by embedding keywords like "free download" and "crack" to appear in search results, directing users to malicious external links that distribute malware, steal personal information through phishing, and generate revenue via fake ads and affiliate links. The scam targets users searching for pirated software, ebooks, audiobooks, and game cheats, with some podcasts using synthesized speech to drive clicks to unsafe sites. Users should avoid suspicious links, download only from official sources, use antivirus software, and verify content legitimacy through trusted channels to protect themselves.
cnet.com
· 2025-12-08
Black Friday shopping increases credit card fraud risk, with approximately 60% of US credit card holders having experienced fraud and 52 million Americans victimized by fraudulent charges exceeding $5 billion last year. Common scams include gift card fraud (where scammers impersonate officials or drain altered cards), fake charity websites, cloned shopping sites, phone scams requesting card information, and credit card skimmers placed on payment terminals. To protect themselves, consumers should verify charities through the IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search, monitor credit reports weekly at annualcreditreport.com, verify website URLs and encryption (https://), and hang up on unsolicited callers requesting card information.
pcmag.com
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Black Friday shopping increases fraud risks as scammers exploit high consumer activity through phishing emails, fake websites, and compromised payment systems. To protect themselves, shoppers should avoid clicking suspicious links and instead navigate directly to official websites, use virtual credit cards or payment apps like PayPal, and verify product reviews with tools like Fakespot. Additional precautions include monitoring credit card statements for unauthorized charges and avoiding sign-ups on unverified sites.
9to5mac.com
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission closed a significant loophole in the Telemarketing Sales Rule by extending protections to "inbound" calls—those initiated by consumers responding to deceptive online ads, emails, and pop-ups that impersonate tech support services. Seniors are disproportionately targeted by these scams, losing over $175 million last year, with adults 60 and older being five times more likely than younger consumers to report losses to fraudulent tech support schemes. The expanded rule now prohibits scammers from even requesting payment through irreversible methods like wire transfers or cash reload cards, enabling the FTC to take action against perpetrators regardless of whether victims were ultimately defrauded.
castanet.net
· 2025-12-08
A 71-year-old woman in Trail, British Columbia was defrauded of $6,000 in a remote-access scam after clicking on a pop-up message claiming to be from a legitimate computer company. The scammer posed as a technician, gained remote access to her computer, and convinced her to provide banking information to transfer $6,000 to a cryptocurrency wallet. RCMP warned that the money is not recoverable and advised residents never to allow remote access to devices or download files from unsolicited callers, and to use antivirus software as protection.
fticonsulting.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, Australians lost $2.7 billion to scams, with older Australians and those from culturally diverse backgrounds being disproportionately vulnerable, particularly to investment, phone, and social media scams. Australia has implemented a new regulatory framework through ASIC oversight, the National Anti-Scam Centre, and the Financial Accountability Regime, which holds bank directors and senior executives personally accountable for scam management failures with potential financial penalties. Global banks are being required to develop documented scam strategies, improve detection and payment-delay capabilities, and enhance responses to scam victims to address identified gaps in current anti-scam practices.
pymnts.com
· 2025-12-08
The FTC approved final amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR) in November to extend coverage to "inbound" telemarketing calls for technical support services, aiming to combat tech support scams that defraud consumers. Tech support scams, which use false malware alerts to trick people into calling scammers who sell bogus services, accounted for $2.7 billion in losses in 2023 and were the most widely reported form of elder fraud that year, with 17,696 victims aged 60+ reporting such scams to the FBI.
theconversation.com
· 2025-12-08
Romance scams cost Australians A$201 million last year, with scammers using fake identities and emotional manipulation through dating platforms and social media to exploit victims. People with acquired brain injuries are particularly vulnerable, with over half of surveyed clinicians reporting clients affected by romance scams, as cognitive difficulties make it harder to recognize red flags and complex manipulation tactics. Sharing experiences from survivors with brain injuries can raise awareness, reduce stigma, and help prevent future scams.
ia.acs.org.au
· 2025-12-08
Australian and Philippine authorities raided a Manila scam centre in October, arresting over 250 people (190 foreign nationals and 68 Filipino nationals) involved in a transnational romance scam operation targeting Australian men over 35. Australians lost $34.3 million to romance scams in 2023, with the operation using over 300 computer systems and 1,000 mobile phones to conduct "pig-butchering" scams where victims were gradually convinced to invest in fraudulent cryptocurrency platforms. The raid, part of Operation Firestorm, yielded valuable intelligence on scam centre structures and money laundering methods to help identify and assist Australian victims.
foxnews.com
· 2025-12-08
This article outlines six common gift card scams that surge during the holiday season, including display rack tampering (where scammers record activation codes or swap barcodes to drain cards before use), impersonation schemes (where fraudsters pose as trusted contacts requesting gift card purchases), resale fraud (fake or empty cards sold on online platforms), and phishing attacks. The piece provides practical prevention advice for each scam type, such as checking packaging for tampering, verifying caller identity through independent contact, using reputable retailers only, and avoiding unsolicited requests for gift card information or payment.
yorkdispatch.com
· 2025-12-08
Holiday shoppers face increased online scams during peak shopping season, including puppy scams (fake breeders requesting upfront deposits for dogs never delivered), toy scams (counterfeit or non-existent products offered at discounted prices on fraudulent websites), and Facebook Marketplace scams (sellers disappearing after collecting payment via payment apps or gift cards). Security experts advise shoppers to be skeptical of deals that seem too good to be true, avoid clicking links from social media ads, shop directly on official websites, and avoid sending payment in advance to unknown sellers.
lockhaven.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines common holiday scams targeting seniors, including fake online stores, gift card fraud, phishing emails, government impersonation, grandparent scams, lottery schemes, and romance scams (which caused $652 million in losses to Americans in 2023). The article provides practical prevention advice such as verifying legitimate websites, not clicking suspicious links, and remembering that the IRS never calls by phone. It also lists warning signs of financial exploitation, including unusual bank visits, large cash withdrawals, unpaid bills, and sudden changes in financial habits or relationships.
yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
A 35-year-old Oakland man, Zhongqiang Chen, was arrested on November 14 after scamming an elderly Stanislaus County woman out of $30,000 through a fake McAfee antivirus email that gave him remote access to her computer. Chen transferred $60,000 from her money market account, convinced her she owed him that amount, and collected an initial $30,000 payment before being arrested in an undercover operation when he arrived to collect the remaining $30,000. The case remains under investigation to determine if there are additional victims.
wfmd.com
· 2025-12-08
Carroll County Sheriff Jim DeWees warns that senior citizens are increasingly targeted by scammers, particularly during the holidays, due to their substantial savings, home ownership, and good credit. Recent scams affecting Maryland seniors include a gold bar scheme that cost seven residents $6.3 million, as well as fake check and phishing scams, with the FBI reporting that people over 60 lost more than $3.4 million to fraud in 2023, an 11 percent increase from 2022. DeWees recommends seniors verify unsolicited communications independently, never share personal information, stay informed about scam tactics through trusted sources, and report suspected fraud to local law enforcement.