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tvmnews.mt · 2026-03-22
Aqra bil- Malti The Malta Bankers’ Association and the Central Bank of Malta, in collaboration with various other entities and authorities, organised an informative seminar aimed...
aol.com · 2026-03-22
A message that appears to come from Google might look legitimate at first glance. It could also be a scam designed to steal your personal information. Cybercriminals are increasin...
cbs19news.com · 2026-03-22
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) -- The Albemarle County Police Department is warning residents about a growing scam that, in some cases, involves criminals sending someone direc...
odaily.news · 2026-03-22
Odaily News Hong Kong police's Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB) "CyberDefender" has disclosed a cryptocurrency fraud case. A 66-year-old retiree fell victim to a ...
techflowpost.com · 2026-03-22
TechFlow News: On March 21, according to a report by the Hong Kong Wen Wei Po, the Cybercrime Division of the Hong Kong Police Force’s “Cyber Guardians” unit disclosed a cryptocurr...
yahoo.com · 2026-03-21
A Tampa Bay-area senior narrowly avoided losing $1.75 million after falling victim to a sophisticated bank impersonation scam, according to officials. The Ruskin customer attempte...
Romance Scams Bank Impersonation General Elder Fraud Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
wyomingnews.com · 2026-03-21
A large “beware of scams” sign on display at a gift card aisle in a store. SARATOGA — In 2024, Wyoming residents lost $43 million to scams, Bank of Commerce and CEO Copper France ...
buffalobulletin.com · 2026-03-21
SARATOGA —  In 2024, Wyoming residents lost $43 million to scams, Bank of Commerce and CEO Copper France told Saratoga seniors last week. “You’re not alone,” he said. “Just unders...
mashable.com · 2026-03-21
Fake dating accounts have always been the bane of online dating, but with ubiquitous and cheap generative AI now able to falsify photos, videos, and profile bios, and even plausibl...
thebostonpilot.com · 2026-03-21
Online banking has become an increasingly common tool for managing personal finances. For many older adults, the ability to review account balances, pay bills, and transfer funds w...
wpbf.com · 2026-03-21
Whether it's a child car seat, kitchen appliance, or lawn tool, recall notices warn you of a potential safety risk. Now there's a new warning from Consumer Reports: scammers are tr...
latimes.com · 2026-03-21
This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Robocalls, texts and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared with previ...
mexc.com · 2026-03-21
The post FBI, Thai Police Seize $580M in Crypto Scam Crackdown appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News In a major international law-enforcement operation, the FBI and Royal Thai ...
crypto.news · 2026-03-21
Share The FBI and Thai police froze about $580m in crypto and seized 8,000 phones in a joint strike on Southeast Asian pig butchering gangs targeting American victims. United Sta...
mexc.com · 2026-03-21
Joint efforts by the FBI and Thai police to combat scams targeting Americans are yielding results. The joint task force comprising FBI agents and the Royal Thai Police led to the s...
fox5dc.com · 2026-03-20
The Internal Revenue Service has released its annual list of tax schemes to watch for in 2026, warning taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals about the most common and damagin...
wowt.com · 2026-03-20
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Scammers are now posting fake social media ads featuring a deepfake police officer image in an attempt to discredit warning stickers placed on Bitcoin ATM mach...
malwarebytes.com · 2026-03-20
Tax season is also peak season for identity theft. Criminals use stolen personal data to file fake tax returns and claim refunds before the real taxpayer does. Here’s how the fraud...
wtsp.com · 2026-03-20
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Romance Scams Bank Impersonation General Elder Fraud Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
globaldatinginsights.com · 2026-03-20
Sequel, a dating app designed exclusively for singles aged 50 and older, is gaining attention in for its approach to user safety and trust. Marketed as the first senior-focused pla...
yahoo.com · 2026-03-20
BOSTON (WWLP) – A Dominican national has been extradited to Massachusetts for allegedly laundering proceeds from a call center operation that defrauded hundreds of elderly victims,...
yahoo.com · 2026-03-20
A Dominican national has been extradited to the United States for his alleged role in an elder fraud ring that victimized seniors across the country, including in Massachusetts, fe...
fallriverreporter.com · 2026-03-20
BOSTON – A Dominican national has been extradited to the United States for his alleged role in a transnational “call center” operation in the Dominican Republic that tricked hundre...
chathamvoice.com · 2026-03-20
CK Crime Stoppers is reminding residents to stay alert to the “Grandparent Scam,” a fraud tactic that continues to target older adults and vulnerable community members through urge...
boston25news.com · 2026-03-20
BOSTON — A Dominican national has been extradited to the United States for his alleged role in an elder fraud ring that victimized seniors across the country, including in Massachu...
foxbusiness.com · 2026-03-19
The IRS released its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for the 2026 filing season, warning taxpayers about emerging fraud tactics including phishing emails with fake IRS websites, AI-powered phone scams with spoofed caller IDs, and fake charities exploiting disasters. Criminals are using stolen personal information to access IRS accounts, spreading viral "tax hack" misinformation on social media, and impersonating IRS officials to steal sensitive data and personal identifiable information. The IRS reminds taxpayers that it typically contacts by mail first and urges them to remain vigilant, report suspicious communications, and avoid clicking links from unsolicited messages.
nypost.com · 2026-03-19
In the midst of tax season, with the April 15 deadline quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service is warning taxpayers about scammers out to rip you off. Scams tend to spik...
kiro7.com · 2026-03-19
FBI officials at the Seattle Field Office say there is a concerning trend among financial scams: artificial intelligence components. Seattle Special Agent in Charge Mark Herringto...
wmur.com · 2026-03-19
Police are warning people about a scam going around in the Greater Manchester Area that involves fake court documents. Manchester Police say it's a 'notice of hearing' which false...
fox17online.com · 2026-03-19
CASCADE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A text message claiming to be from the Michigan Secretary of State is making the rounds — and officials say it's a scam. The message reads: "Michigan Sec...
hospicenews.com · 2026-03-19
hans middendorp / Pexels Hundreds of hospices are allegedly operating from a single address in California amid regulators’ efforts to curb fraud in the state. Local providers lau...
dailyrecord.co.uk · 2026-03-19
A major high street bank has issued a warning over a cruel new type of scam in which fraudsters exploit loneliness by posing as online friends and persuading victims to send money....
Romance Scams Friendship Scams Bank Impersonation Gift Cards Bank Transfer Check/Cashier's Check
cp24.com · 2026-03-19
Halifax-area police are warning the public about recently reported scams, including one that cost a victim hundreds of thousands of dollars. Police say the person in Middle Sackvi...
dailyhodl.com · 2026-03-19
A new lawsuit accuses a major US bank of failing to protect an elderly customer from being scammed out of his life savings. The civil complaint, filed in the Superior Court of New...
korabelov.info · 2026-03-19
In Mykolaiv a 35-year-old local resident fell victim to a telephone scam and lost 175 thousand hryvnias, the regional police reported. According to law enforcement, an unknown per...
cryptorank.io · 2026-03-18
Share: The law enforcement agencies from three countries have started Operation Atlantic, an organized effort to disrupt crypto-related scams, dismantle fraud networks, and boost ...
ambcrypto.com · 2026-03-18
For years, crypto fraud was linked to hackers stealing funds that seemed to vanish on the blockchain. Now, that perception is changing. Three countries have joined forces to stop s...
mexc.com · 2026-03-18
The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada have launched a program called Operation Atlantic that specifically targets approval phishing attacks. The collaboration begins o...
mexc.com · 2026-03-18
BitcoinWorld US Secret Service Launches Crucial Operation Atlantic with UK and Canada to Crush Crypto Fraud Networks WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Secret Service announced a ground...
wtvr.com · 2026-03-18
RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond's Commonwealth's Attorney is warning residents about a scam text message circulating that includes a fake court letter demanding payment for a parking or t...
kiro7.com · 2026-03-18
The King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) is warning residents about an increase in sophisticated phone scams that have cost local victims thousands of dollars. These calls have bec...
hsvvoice.com · 2026-03-18
Fraud against elderly victims can drain life savings in moments, and can even lead to loss of life. Always be alert. Fraudsters seem like nice people. Others are family members or...
bgr.com · 2026-03-18
QR codes are built into the modern internet experience. You point your phone at the square with a strange pattern, and it'll load a website on your phone, which will offer specific...
henricocitizen.com · 2026-03-18
Dear Savvy Senior,My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now?-...
wric.com · 2026-03-18
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Each year, Virginians lose millions of dollars to scammers. The outcome is not only frustrating for victims, but for law enforcement, who face several ...
kslnewsradio.com · 2026-03-18
Mar 16, 2026, 6:00 AM | Updated: 9:19 pm FILE - The Internal Revenue Service 1040 tax form for 2022 is seen on April 17, 2023. (Jon Elswick, File, AP Photo) (Jon Elswick, File, A...
wral.com · 2026-03-17
NEW YORK (AP) — Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial intelligence likely increasing fraud attempts...
chicagotribune.com · 2026-03-17
NEW YORK — Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, with artificial intelligence likely increasing fraud attempts, acc...
engadget.com · 2026-03-17
A coalition of Big Tech companies is working on a more comprehensive solution to combat online scams. As first reported by Axios, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI,...
wired.com · 2026-03-17
When applying for jobs, Angel talks up her language skills. “I can speak fluent English, I can speak good Chinese, I also speak Russian and Turkish,” the glamorous, 24-year-old Uzb...
aol.com · 2026-03-17
Who the hell are you? I don’t recognise you as my mother.” Diane’s son Jim* stormed into her home on a Sunday morning. He had just learnt that she was six months into a relationsh...
nationaltoday.com · 2026-03-17
By the People, for the People News Older adults are often targeted by fraudsters, but awareness and caution can help protect against financial losses. Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:00am ...
azag.gov · 2026-03-17
PHOENIX — Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and the Better Business Bureau's Joe Ducey today released a new consumer video PSA warning Arizonans about tax-related scams targeting...
canadianaffairs.news · 2026-03-17
Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a scam. Until he fell...
dailybreeze.com · 2026-03-16
By Paula Span KFF Health News The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an ...
thehill.com · 2026-03-16
(NEXSTAR) – Cyber experts are warning that the message no one wants to receive – “Your data has been breached” – could actually be the first phase of a popular scam. It often work...
spokesman.com · 2026-03-16
My husband and I owe the IRS absolutely nothing. Yet in the last two weeks, I’ve been getting calls to my mobile number that make it seem as if the government has an issue with ou...
gulftoday.ae · 2026-03-16
Martin Abbugao, Agence France-Presse Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savv...
pcmag.com · 2026-03-15
Tax season is prime time for distractions, fear, and financial stress in many households. Unfortunately, those factors create a perfect environment for online scams to flourish. Th...
greenwichfreepress.com · 2026-03-15
A Connecticut man was sentenced last week to nine years’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering stemming from his participation in a romance scam that affected victims ac...
independent.co.uk · 2026-03-15
Who the hell are you? I don’t recognise you as my mother.” Diane’s son Jim* stormed into her home on a Sunday morning. He had just learnt that she was six months into a relationsh...
cherokeephoenix.org · 2026-03-15
Bangkok, Thailand - March 13, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Siam Legal International, a Thailand Law Firm, has issued an advisory warning foreign nationals about the increasing threat o...
mynbc5.com · 2026-03-14
After a phishing scheme tricked a Vermont municipal district into wiring $3 million to scammers, a cybersecurity expert says the case should be a wake-up call to organizations ever...
Phishing Charity Scams Scam Awareness Check/Cashier's Check
thestar.com.my · 2026-03-14
SINGAPORE: Building his cryptocurrency holdings over eight years and helping out defrauded traders, Singaporean investor Mark Koh had thought he was savvy enough to spot a scam. Un...
kttn.com · 2026-03-14
A federal judge has sentenced a participant in a nationwide fraud conspiracy that targeted elderly victims and resulted in millions of dollars in losses. U.S. District Judge Matth...
newsday.com · 2026-03-14
In March 2023, the roof of Tina Leggio’s 106-year-old Bay Shore home started leaking and she was in a rush to get it repaired. In need of a contractor, the former certified nursin...
news4jax.com · 2026-03-14
Aydian Ahmad, Digital Producer LAKE CITY, Fla. – The Lake City Police Department is warning the community of a scam occurring at local grocery stores and bank parking lots that in...
bobsullivan.net · 2026-03-14
Once in a while, a human being does the right thing and you wonder why it took so long I’ve long held the opinion that the only real use case for cryptocurrency is fraud; we can d...
theguardian.com · 2026-03-14
Sprawling compound, including mock-up banks and police offices, uncovered by Thai military during border clashes It is as if you have walked into a branch of one of Vietnam’s bank...
tbrnewsmedia.com · 2026-03-14
Last year alone, Americans lost over $1.3B to online romance scams, with AI-generated profiles and automated messages targeting people looking for “the one.” A 2026 analysis of 1,...
aol.com · 2026-03-13
Americans are losing at least $119 billion every year to scams, according to a new estimate from the nonprofit Consumer Federation of America, a consumer advocacy group. There is ...
wmtw.com · 2026-03-13
Older Mainers are less likely than younger people to fall victim to scams, but when they do, the financial losses are often much greater. Older Mainers are less likely than younge...
mondaq.com · 2026-03-13
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yellowhammernews.com · 2026-03-13
In the fast-paced world of finance, money moves in an instant. From businesses to everyday shoppers, convenience and technology make buying, selling, paying, and receiving faster t...
wfaa.com · 2026-03-13
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Government Impersonation Gift Cards Payment App
ca.finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-13
Younger Canadians may feel confident about spotting online scams, but they’re also the most likely to fall victim. That’s according to a new poll from Scotiabank, which found that...
wdrb.com · 2026-03-13
In February 2026, The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said several people came forward claiming to be victims of rental scams. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — A new effort in Frankfort...
2news.com · 2026-03-12
Investigators say Amit Bhanwala-Singh is a member of a large fraud group that targets older and vulnerable citizens. A California man involved in a large fraud ring has been found...
katiecouric.com · 2026-03-12
The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. "The person said he was an officer of the Department of Cri...
ottumwaradio.com · 2026-03-12
A Connecticut man was sentenced on March 5, 2026, to nine years’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering stemming from his participation in a romance scam that affected vi...
shorelinemedia.net · 2026-03-12
Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now...
rstreet.org · 2026-03-12
Originally published The Women’s Tech & Telecom Partnership’s 2026 edition of “The Impact Report“ A recent news report detailed the experience of Abigail, a woman living in Southe...
Romance Scams Investment Fraud Tech Support Scams Phishing Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Gift Cards Cash Bank Transfer Payment App Money Order / Western Union
zdnet.com · 2026-03-12
Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. Everyone loves a bit of outrage, especially on live TV. Combine this with economic pressure, a cost-of-living crisis, and a c...
kiplinger.com · 2026-03-12
Profit and prosper with the best of Kiplinger's advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance and much more. Delivered daily. Enter your email in the box and click Sign ...
purdue.edu · 2026-03-12
Scams are becoming more sophisticated each year, often mimicking official IRS communications or using new technologies to deceive taxpayers. Below are common tax-time threats to wa...
therecord.media · 2026-03-12
Meta said it removed 159 million scam ads in 2025, amid calls from U.S. lawmakers for an investigation into the company’s “facilitation of and profiting from” fraudulent advertisin...
stthomastoday.ca · 2026-03-12
Protecting seniors from increasingly sophisticated fraud and financial scams is the focus of a free information session hosted by MP Andrew Lawton and the St. Thomas Police Service...
rocketcitynow.com · 2026-03-12
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nbcnews.com · 2026-03-11
According to a new Consumer Federation of America study, Americans lose at least $119 billion annually to scams—far exceeding the FBI's reported $16.6 billion in losses for 2024—based on estimates that only 14% of scams are reported to authorities. Investment scams, particularly "pig butchering" schemes involving fake romantic relationships and cryptocurrency fraud, represent the most economically devastating category, with actual losses estimated at $46.6 billion compared to reported losses of $6.6 billion. The CFA recommends regulating data brokers to reduce scammers' access to personal information used to target vulnerable populations.
straitstimes.com · 2026-03-11
Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments Prosecutors said nine men joined a romance scam network operating inside a crime enclave in Myanmar run by a Chinese r...
latrobebulletinnews.com · 2026-03-11
Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now...
wtae.com · 2026-03-11
A Beaver County woman says she is trying to sort out a costly mystery after falling victim to what appears to be a scam involving two iPads she ordered through Xfinity. “It’s like...
valleynewslive.com · 2026-03-11
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - A Moorhead woman says she nearly fell victim to a scam after receiving a text message from someone claiming to represent Xcel Energy, telling her t...
banklesstimes.com · 2026-03-11
Minnesota lawmakers are advancing legislation that would impose a statewide ban on virtual currency kiosks, a sharp escalation from the state’s regulatory approach just two years a...
dailymaverick.co.za · 2026-03-11
South African-born Benjamin Mauerberger’s name has cropped up in a global scandal involving suspicions of money laundering, human trafficking and organised criminality rooted in Ch...
jdsupra.com · 2026-03-11
[author: Dov Soloman] The fraud landscape in 2025 has consisted of investigations into investment, cryptocurrency, and other cyber frauds, as well as key enforcement changes in bo...
kffhealthnews.org · 2026-03-11
The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Cri...
thelundreport.org · 2026-03-11
The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Cri...
wusf.org · 2026-03-11
The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an officer of the Department of Cri...
gilmermirror.com · 2026-03-11
By Paula Span March 10, 2026 The first call came just before Thanksgiving last year. She didn’t recognize the phone number, but she answered anyway. “The person said he was an of...
salinapost.com · 2026-03-10
Salina Post Local government agencies are informing the public about scams that have surfaced amongst the public. The 28th Judicial District Pretrial Services has received inform...
newsroom.paypal-corp.com · 2026-03-10
PayPal and Venmo take our commitment to protect our customers very seriously, and we want to arm you with the information you need to stay safe. Scammers are getting smarter, but s...
fox23.com · 2026-03-10
FOX23 is sharing a list of the top scams of 2025. The Better Business Bureau of Eastern Oklahoma just released the list and these scams could still catch you or a loved one off gua...
lakecountyexam.com · 2026-03-10
Dear Savvy Senior, My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now...
wbbjtv.com · 2026-03-10
JACKSON, Tenn. — Scam text messages are being reported to the Better Business Bureau in growing numbers, and experts say the problem is getting worse. Robokiller reports Americans...
nbcnews.com · 2026-03-09
Russian intelligence agencies are conducting a large-scale phishing campaign targeting Signal and WhatsApp users globally, using fake support accounts to steal login credentials and take over accounts belonging to government officials, journalists, and other high-profile individuals. The Dutch intelligence agencies report that Dutch government employees have already been compromised, with similar warnings previously issued by Germany and Google regarding attacks on Ukrainian military personnel and German officials. The phishing attacks exploit the apps' security features—particularly Signal's privacy design that hides phone numbers—making fraudulent "support" messages appear legitimate to users.
noticias.foxnews.com · 2026-03-09
International Women's Day celebrates empowerment, independence and resilience. However, people rarely talk about a difficult reality. Women navigating major life transitions, espec...
macaudailytimes.com.mo · 2026-03-09
PJ director Sit Chong Meng The Judiciary Police (PJ) reported that the number of online fraud cases last year totaled 810, reflecting a downward trend, yet noted that total losses...
wcax.com · 2026-03-09
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - With tax season underway, scammers are wasting no time in trying to get your hard-earned money. Aggressive robocalls have been surging, with criminals imp...
finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-09
Moneywise and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue through links in the content below. If you’re one of the hundreds of millions of Americans who use payment apps, you...
Lottery/Prize Scams Identity Theft Scam Awareness Cash Bank Transfer Payment App
boston.com · 2026-03-09
Boston police are warning the public about a scam involving parking violation notices which falsely appear to be from Boston Municipal Court. The fraudulent notices were not issue...
fox29.com · 2026-03-09
SYMBOL - 05 July 2024, Berlin: A woman holds a smartphone in her hand. Photo: Helena Dolderer/dpa (Photo by Helena Dolderer/picture alliance via Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - The P...
butlerradio.com · 2026-03-09
An event is being held later this week that aims to protect senior residents from scams that are circulating. State Senator Elder Vogel is hosting an Elder Scams and Prevention se...
aol.com · 2026-03-09
International Women's Day celebrates empowerment, independence and resilience. However, people rarely talk about a difficult reality. Women navigating major life transitions, espec...
ckom.com · 2026-03-09
It’s Fraud Prevention Month, an important time to highlight scam attempts right here in Saskatchewan. Recent data from Saskatchewan RCMP shows fraud reports in the province rose 8...
radiomoldova.md · 2026-03-08
Social Authorities in Moldova have dismantled a sophisticated call center in Chișinău used to orchestrate large-scale romance scams. The operation targeted victims primarily in Au...
abc7ny.com · 2026-03-08
It's National Consumer Protection Week, and 7 On Your Side is helping consumers dodge fraud. According to the most recent data available, the Federal Trade Commissioner says the n...
foxnews.com · 2026-03-08
Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. You open your inbox and see a message that instantly makes your stomach drop. Someone claims they ...
aol.com · 2026-03-08
A bipartisan coalition in the U.S. Senate is taking a stand against the rising tide of financial fraud by officially designating March 5th as “National Slam the Scam Day.” Led by C...
coloradosun.com · 2026-03-08
Tamara Chuang Business/Technology Reporter Quick links: Why send spam to 7726 | Privacy screens and other tools | Junk fee complaints | DEN airport’s price-gouging policy | Take ...
aol.com · 2026-03-08
Suspects who posed as federal employees in order to defraud vulnerable people out of hundreds of thousands of dollars have been arrested, according to the Friendswood Police Depart...
straitstimes.com · 2026-03-07
Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments The KK Park complex, a scam hub, in Myanmar’s eastern Myawaddy township, as pictured from Mae Sot district in Thailand...
patronis.house.gov · 2026-03-07
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Patronis is warning residents about a sharp increase in computer takeover scams that are targeting individuals and families across the country. These...
cbsnews.com · 2026-03-07
Police in Berkeley arrested three people in connection with a home repair scam targeting the city's elderly residents, saying they are searching for additional suspects. Around 11...
newstalkkgvo.com · 2026-03-07
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On March 4, 2026, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced that a Big Horn County woman received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was or...
americanbanker.com · 2026-03-07
An elderly man with dementia was systematically drained of $337,000 in a sophisticated, Cyprus-based "romance scam" that some banks failed to stop — and instead are retaining high-...
miltonnow.ca · 2026-03-07
Police are reminding residents to stay vigilant against romance scams as part of Fraud Prevention Month, warning that the schemes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. Ro...
bleepingcomputer.com · 2026-03-07
A Ghanaian national pleaded guilty to his role in a massive fraud ring that stole over $100 million from victims across the United States through business email compromise attacks ...
americanbanker.com · 2026-03-07
Tainted loveRomance scams put banks in a bad spot, as our Kate Berry writes. She recounts the story of one victim who lost almost $350,000 over the course of several years. The sca...
ullaw.ca · 2026-03-07
An image of downtown Toronto where the investment scam suspect was charged. Image: CityNews Toronto A 40-year-old Toronto man, Sergiy Shchavyelyev, has been arrested at the heart...
republicmonitor.com · 2026-03-06
ST. LOUIS — Looking for love? The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends being on the lookout for romance scams when dating online, as artificial intelligence tools and cryptocurr...
daytondailynews.com · 2026-03-06
In my computer service business, we regularly get calls from users that have been scammed. Some have let a remote scammer onto their computer and get their data/passwords stolen, w...
irs.gov · 2026-03-06
IR-2026-30, March 5, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial informati...
eplocalnews.org · 2026-03-06
Eden Prairie police are seeing a surge in scams that can appear legitimate — until the money is gone. Residents and businesses reported losing $7.8 million to fraud in 2025, up fr...
wftv.com · 2026-03-06
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla — A Daytona Beach woman fell victim to a scam that’s changed her life forever. “I’m terrified. I can’t eat. I can’t sleep. That was, you know, that was my nest ...
walesonline.co.uk · 2026-03-06
Melanie Walters says she could have lost a lot of money Gavin & Stacey star Melanie Walters, who played Gwen in the hit show, has revealed she almost fell victim to a scam that co...
macaudailytimes.com.mo · 2026-03-06
An Indonesian woman is under investigation for allegedly defrauding six victims of more than MOP1.1 million by posing as a Taobao customer service representative. The 35-year-old ...
pictouadvocate.com · 2026-03-06
Goodwin photo New Glasgow Regional Police Const. Ken MacDonald, left, chats with Kathleen Campbell during a Safe Senior Police Academy event at the Pictou County Wellness Centre. ...
einpresswire.com · 2026-03-06
HELENA – A Big Horn County woman received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was ordered to pay $101,171 in restitution for financially exploiting her mother and stepfat...
ofb.biz · 2026-03-05
If there is anything as embarrassing as confessing one’s sins it has to be confessing one’s stupidities. Yet here we are. Instead of describing how well my cool new Starlink-based...
foxnews.com · 2026-03-05
Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. Every year during National Consumer Protection Week, you hear warnings about phishing emails, fake...
readingeagle.com · 2026-03-05
It’s no secret that older adults are often the targets of scams that seek to steal our personal or financial information. According to FBI data, individuals over age 60 submitted ...
newstalkkzrg.com · 2026-03-05
TOPEKA – In observance of National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 1–7, 2026, Kansas Attorney General Kobach is joining consumer advocates nationwide to educate and empower ...
washingtonjewishweek.com · 2026-03-05
Everyone has been told not to share personal information with strangers or give money for a scenario that seems too good to be true. Yet during 2024, scammers stole $12.5 billion f...
aol.com · 2026-03-05
The digital dating world feels exciting, fast, and full of possibilities, almost like walking into a crowded party where someone interesting might be waiting across the room. But n...
theweek.com · 2026-03-05
A free daily email with the biggest news stories of the day – and the best features from TheWeek.com You are now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful Prosecutors in...
orilliamatters.com · 2026-03-04
NEWS RELEASE BARRIE POLICE SERVICE *********************** Romance scams affect people of all ages and backgrounds, often leaving victims emotionally and financially harmed. Th...
Romance Scams Phishing Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
barrie360.com · 2026-03-04
Romance scams affect people of all ages and backgrounds, often leaving victims emotionally and financially harmed. These scams typically occur when someone creates a fake online id...
Romance Scams Phishing Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
yahoo.com · 2026-03-04
Federal prosecutors in Massachusetts are moving to seize $327,829 in USDT tied to a romance crypto scam that drained a victim’s savings in late 2024. The scammer posed as a love in...
decrypt.co · 2026-03-04
By Logan Hitchcock 2 min read Mar 2, 2026Mar 2, 2026 Prosecutors for the Massachusetts District of the U.S. Attorney’s Office are seeking the civil forfeiture of $327,829 in USD...
nbcsandiego.com · 2026-03-04
Scammers can clone almost anyone’s voice by using artificial intelligence and then use it to fake emergencies, kidnappings or making pleas for money. Tania Luviano Hurwitz with NBC...
pcmag.com · 2026-03-04
Tax season is prime time for distractions, fear, and financial stress in many households. Unfortunately, those factors create a perfect environment for online scams to flourish. Th...
fairfaxcounty.gov · 2026-03-04
For the past several months, the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office has been warning residents about phone scams in which criminals impersonate deputies. Victims report receiving call...
Financial Crime Cryptocurrency
cnbc.com · 2026-03-04
The oldest boomers are reaching another decade in 2026 as they turn 80. When it comes to personal finance in your later years, you're less focused on growing wealth and more on pr...
cnet.com · 2026-03-03
You're probably all too familiar with the words "potential spam" or "suspicious activity detected" or even a pop-up in Gmail that reads, "This message might be dangerous." That's b...
energized.edison.com · 2026-03-03
If you receive a call from a “Southern California Edison technician” threatening to immediately remove your meter unless you provide instant payment — stop, this is an urgency scam...
Tech Support Scams Phishing Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Gift Cards Payment App Check/Cashier's Check
consumerbankers.com · 2026-03-03
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) is proud to recognize the following lawmakers as Fraud Fighters for their important work to combat fraud and scams – helpi...
yahoo.com · 2026-03-03
Prosecutors for the Massachusetts District of the U.S. Attorney’s Office are seeking the civil forfeiture of $327,829 in USDT as part of a money laundering scheme that victimized t...
saharareporters.com · 2026-03-03
Authorities also stated that Mba is expected to face removal proceedings after completing his prison term. A 40-year-old Nigerian man who illegally resided in Houston, United Stat...
irishtimes.com · 2026-03-02
A reader was pretty certain she was too savvy and smart to ever be taken in by scam artists – until she was, and lost tens of thousands of euro in a matter of minutes. Months on f...
news.usps.com · 2026-03-02
The Postal Inspection Service is reminding employees and customers during National Consumer Protection Week March 1-7 to beware of artificial intelligence scams. Scammers are now ...
lasvegassun.com · 2026-03-02
GUEST COLUMN: By Donna West Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 2 a.m. Over the past several months, Nevada officials have issued several warnings about scams. In November and December alon...
Romance Scams Phishing General Elder Fraud Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Crypto ATM Wire Transfer Gift Cards Payment App
asianews.network · 2026-03-02
March 2, 2026 PHNOM PENH – In one of the latest major raids of the current anti-scam campaign, authorities arrested 81 foreigners in Borey Peng Huoth, Prek Pra commune, Chbar Ampo...
findarticles.com · 2026-03-02
Minnesota lawmakers are advancing a ban on cryptocurrency ATMs, arguing that the machines have become a fast conduit for scammers to siphon money from vulnerable residents, especia...
Romance Scams Crypto Investment Scams Tech Support Scams Identity Theft Money Mules / Laundering General Elder Fraud Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Crypto ATM Gift Cards Cash Bank Transfer Check/Cashier's Check
eccalifornian.com · 2026-03-02
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 acti...
mexc.com · 2026-03-01
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 n...
timesrepublican.com · 2026-03-01
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 on...
lifehacker.com · 2026-03-01
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...
Crypto Investment Scams Phishing Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards Payment App
ksat.com · 2026-03-01
Andrea K. Moreno, Digital Journalist Madalynn Lambert, Reporter Everett Allen, Photojournalist BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar is warning the community...
Crypto Investment Scams General Elder Fraud Cryptocurrency Crypto ATM
ktar.com · 2026-03-01
DATA DOCTORS Feb 28, 2026, 5:00 AM | Updated: 11:36 am BY DATA DOCTORS KTAR.com Q: What are the latest tax scams to watch out for? A: Tax scams aren’t new — but the technology...
sg.finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-01
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 ...
Romance Scams Crypto Investment Scams Identity Theft Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
calhounjournal.com · 2026-03-01
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is encouraging residents to exercise extreme caution when using online dating platforms, warning that scammers are increasi...
aol.com · 2026-03-01
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 ...
Romance Scams Crypto Investment Scams Identity Theft Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Wire Transfer Gift Cards
straitstimes.com · 2026-03-01
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 NETWO...
dfpi.ca.gov · 2026-02-28
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 cons...
psychologytoday.com · 2026-02-28
Posted February 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Gary Drevitch “Sorry, I’m running late for lunch, I’ll see you soon,” the text reads. Confused, you write back, “I’m sorry, you have the ...
wxyz.com · 2026-02-28
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 Se...
noozhawk.com · 2026-02-28
Santa Barbara County sheriff’s deputies arrested two men on Tuesday who are accused of trying to scam an elderly Santa Barbara woman out of thousands of dollars.   Khushal Singh, ...
Financial Crime Cryptocurrency Gift Cards Cash
cryptorank.io · 2026-02-28
Share: BitcoinWorld Cryptocurrency Kiosks Face Devastating Ban in Minnesota as Elder Fraud Cases Surge to $540,000 ST. PAUL, Minnesota — February 2025 — Minnesota legislators ha...
skillet.lifehacker.com · 2026-02-28
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 engineeri...
jezebel.com · 2026-02-28
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. ...
cyprus-mail.com · 2026-02-28
Police on Thursday were investigating a complaint by a person reporting to have been swindled out of nearly €7,000 from a caller pretending to be working with Revolut. Authorities...
yahoo.com · 2026-02-27
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. ...
rstreet.org · 2026-02-27
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...
va.gov · 2026-02-27
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 burglariz...
wlwt.com · 2026-02-27
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...
recordedfuture.com · 2026-02-27
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 ac...
fox26houston.com · 2026-02-27
The U.S. Department of Justice seal. (Samuel Corum/Bloomberg via Getty Images) HOUSTON - A man who was in Houston illegally has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison...
thenational.com.pg · 2026-02-27
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. ...
Romance Scams Scam Awareness Check/Cashier's Check
independent.com · 2026-02-27
Two 21-year-old suspects were arrested Tuesday after sheriff’s deputies intervened in what authorities described as an attempted scam targeting an elderly Santa Barbara resident fo...
cohousedems.com · 2026-02-27
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 ...
patch.com · 2026-02-27
MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — The Middletown Township Police Department is reporting a concerning trend in elder fraud cases within the community. Recently, there have been numerous i...
livebitcoinnews.com · 2026-02-27
- US agents seize $61M USDT tied to crypto romance scam, highlighting enforcement efforts, asset forfeiture actions, and blockchain tracking success. US federal agents seized mor...
thesun.co.uk · 2026-02-27
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 se...
king5.com · 2026-02-27
To stream KING 5 on your phone, you need the KING 5 app. Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this video Next up in 5 Example video title will go here for this vid...
granttribune.com · 2026-02-27
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...
Romance Scams Identity Theft General Elder Fraud Scam Awareness Cryptocurrency Crypto ATM Gift Cards Payment App
aol.com · 2026-02-27
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. ...
trmlabs.com · 2026-02-26
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 und...
chattanoogapulse.com · 2026-02-26
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 suscepti...
enews.wvu.edu · 2026-02-26
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 Tax season is here, and so is a surge in phishing attacks, fake IRS messages and tax-related identity theft attempts. Whether you file on your own or...

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