Why text message codes might not safeguard your bank account from fraudsters
Understanding Two-Factor Authentication for Bank Security Bank security can feel overwhelming, mainly because every institution has its own unique protocols. One bank might send you a text, while another uses email. Some may even ask you to approve your login through their app. So, when advice comes in saying, “Use stronger two-factor authentication,” it’s totally […]
Three times as many students receive additional SAT time due to disability fraudsters
Over the last ten years, the number of high school students receiving extra time on university exams has surged more than threefold. This trend has sparked frustration among parents, who feel that some families are “scamming” the system by paying as much as $10,000 to secure accommodations through questionable medical diagnoses. According to the College […]
How fraudsters exploit obituaries and data brokers to target widows
Beware of Scammers Targeting Grieving Families Just weeks after losing her husband, Carol received a troubling call. The person on the other end knew her husband’s name, her address, and even her daughter’s name. They claimed to be from a life insurance company, ready to process a claim, but needed Carol’s social security number and […]
How fraudsters exploit data broker websites to go after you and your whole family
You might be surprised to discover that, just by searching your name online, a wealth of personal information can be uncovered. This can include your age, home address, phone number, and even details about your relatives and previous residences. It’s unsettling, especially since you never authorized this information to be public, yet it’s accessible to […]
SoCal crypto enthusiast finds out his fate in $263M theft case as the lavish lifestyles of the fraudsters are revealed
A young man accused of cryptocurrency fraud enjoyed an “extremely lavish” lifestyle, using stolen funds to indulge in sports cars, luxury residences, and private jets. Evan Tangeman, 22, from Newport Beach, received a 70-month prison sentence for his role in a “multi-state criminal enterprise” that laundered over $263 million in digital currency. He pled guilty […]
‘Queen Of The Fraud’: Nick Shirley Criticizes ‘Questionable’ Democratic Intentions for Shielding Fraudsters
Independent Journalist Criticizes Democrats Over Fraud Allegations Independent journalist Nick Shirley voiced strong criticism of Democrats, particularly targeting Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar, during a segment on Fox News. He labeled her the “queen of fraud” in connection to recently revealed large-scale fraud schemes. The political landscape has been tense, with both Democrats and Republicans embroiled […]
Fraudsters exploit your publicly available information from people-search websites to attack you
It’s a common misconception that scammers need to hack into systems to get your information. In reality, they often rely on publicly available data that’s really easy to find. This means that before you even answer the phone, these individuals might already know a lot about you. Your personal profile is more public than you […]
Wynton Hall: Fraudsters Are Preying on Americans with Simple, Inexpensive AI Deepfake Tools
Wynton Hall, who is the social media director at Breitbart News and an author of a recently successful book, warns that AI is making sophisticated fraud much easier. His book, code red, highlights how advanced technology has lowered the barriers for creating deepfake fraud. “What we’re seeing is that AI is driving the cost of […]
Scam tricks travelers into contacting fraudsters through search results
Planning a trip? Don’t forget about travel insurance—it’s essential. Rosette recently learned this the hard way when she attempted to contact Allianz, a well-known travel insurance provider. After searching online, she thought she had the right number, but, to her dismay, she ended up speaking to a scammer who posed as a company representative. Rosette […]
Fraudsters in California used tax money to purchase breast implants
They were supposed to protect California’s most vulnerable individuals, but it appears they had other plans. Allegedly, these scammers siphoned off millions from taxpayers and indulged in lavish luxuries like expensive homes, flashy cars, private jets, and even cosmetic surgery. In San Diego, a former nonprofit executive, Amy Knox, is facing accusations for misappropriating over […]