More than 120,000 fraudulent Amazon websites aim at consumers before Prime Day
As millions gear up for Amazon Prime Day, cybercriminals are getting ready too—but not in the way you might think. Security experts have uncovered over 120,000 fraudulent Amazon sites aimed at scamming enthusiastic shoppers during this major retail event. Scheduled from July 8th to July 11th, these sites feature a range of phishing traps, malware, […]
Fraudulent Venmo accounts are taking donations intended for genuine charities
Apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, and PayPal have transformed how we transfer money. They’re quick and really convenient, right? But there’s a huge catch: if you accidentally send money to the wrong person, it might just vanish without a trace. Usually, retrieving those funds isn’t straightforward, especially when the recipient hides behind a support […]
Sen. Joni Ernst Seeks to Prevent Fraudulent Payments in Major Spending Bill
Sen. Joni Ernst Advocates for Fraud Prevention in Federal Programs Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) recently discussed with a news outlet her goal to solidify amendments within a significant spending bill aimed at preventing fraudulent payments in federal programs. She emphasized the need for protective measures, suggesting that current government spending lacks adequate safeguards, which has […]
Fraudulent Facebook ads using AI deepfakes aim at at-risk individuals
Fraud on Facebook: The Rise of AI-Powered Ads Fraudulent advertisements on Facebook have come a long way from simple misspelled headlines and grainy product images. Nowadays, these scams are increasingly sophisticated, driven by artificial intelligence and deepfake technology, allowing them to reach a wider audience through Facebook’s advertising platform. It’s alarming to see how digital […]
Fraudulent texts aimed at drivers in 14 states threaten false penalties
If you’ve received a text message purporting to be from your state’s DMV, threatening fines unless you pay something, you’re not alone. A new surge of fraudulent texts is sweeping across numerous states, including Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Florida, New York, California, Illinois, New Jersey, Virginia, Colorado, Vermont, Texas, North Carolina, and Washington, DC. These messages […]
Fraudulent PayPal email allowed hackers to access computer and bank account
Online scams are becoming increasingly convincing and dangerous. Cybercriminals are constantly innovating, aiming to take over computers, bank accounts, and sensitive login information. Consider John from King George, Virginia. He recently recounted a troubling experience, which serves as a stark warning about how quickly things can spiral when interacting with suspicious emails. In his own […]
Arizona man receives 4-year prison sentence for fraudulent tax returns and COVID-19 applications – The Arizona Republic
An Arizona man from Cochise County has been sentenced to three years of supervised release following a four-year prison term after submitting a false tax return and loan application to receive Covid-19 relief funds, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Roy Lane, 44, was indicted on two counts of wire fraud and one count […]
Trump set to unleash DOJ probe on ActBlue’s alleged fraudulent donation scheme
President Donald Trump signed a memorandum on Thursday, and is reportedly instructing the Justice Department to begin an investigation into the Democratic fundraiser Act Blue. The fact sheet on the memo was obtained by Some news Outletdirects Attorney General Pam Bondi to make “straws” or “dummys” contributions, investigate appropriate measures regarding allegations regarding the use […]
NYPD Deputy Chief Paul Saraceno loses job after approving fraudulent OT slips: sources
The right-handed man, embarrassed by former NYPD chief Jeffrey Madrid chief, was fired from his job after being caught up in the same sex-for-overtime scandal that he sunk his boss, police and sources. Deputy Chief Paul Saraceno was kicked out this month after it was allegedly signed numerous old overtime slips for the then LT. […]
Trump admin accuses Columbia University grad of fraudulent green card application, ties to Hamas-linked UN group
President Donald Trump's administration accused Mahmoud Khalil, a Syrian-born activist leader who attended Columbia University, of hiding his previous employment in the United Nations Relief and Labour Agency for Palestinian Refugees. According to Sunday Court filingProsecutors alleged that Halil withheld information on his green card application, including Hamas' previous role in a tied UN agency. […]