FBI alerts about scam involving fake zoning permit fees
New Zoning Permit Scam Alert If you’re in the middle of building, renovating, or applying for a zoning permit, there’s a new scam that’s been catching folks off guard. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has reported that fraudsters are posing as city and county planners in a phishing scheme to trick victims into paying fake […]
Scott Bessent initiates action against health care fraud following the Somali scam incident in Minnesota
New Program Seeks Whistleblowers to Combat Health Care Fraud The government is looking for assistance in dismantling a massive health care fraud scheme estimated to cost billions. On Monday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to announce a new initiative that offers rewards of up to 30 percent of the fines levied against those involved […]
SF Giants’ 9-9-9 challenge revealed as a $55 scam
Giants’ 9-9-9 Challenge Draws Criticism from Fans A fan recently called out the San Francisco Giants’ 9-9-9 challenge, claiming it’s a $55 scam. At Oracle Park during Opening Day, many attendees expected more from the team’s promotional offering—nine hot dogs and nine beers to be consumed over the course of nine innings—but found it lacking. […]
Phony product recall alerts are the newest scam aimed at consumers
Beware of Fake Recall Notices, Consumer Reports Warns Consumer Reports has issued a warning about a new kind of scam involving fake recall notices. These notices are typically designed to inform consumers about potential safety issues related to products, including kitchen gadgets, baby items, and child seats. Recently, Taylor Frost-Smith, a mother of three, fell […]
Deceptive Google security check scam lures users into installing malware
New Phishing Scam Mimics Google Security Check A recent phishing scam is deceiving users into installing malware by pretending to be a Google account security verification. This fraudulent page presents itself as a legitimate service needing users to enhance their security. It takes you through a seemingly straightforward setup process, aiming to boost your device’s […]
Emmer states that recent terrorist attacks reveal weaknesses in US law and advocates for the SCAM Act.
Tom Emmer Advocates for Immigration Reform Amid Recent Attacks House Majority Whip Tom Emmer has highlighted serious flaws in U.S. immigration laws following a troubling series of attacks carried out by naturalized citizens. He believes it is now “more urgent than ever” to pass the Stop Civil Rights Abuse and Misrepresentations Act (SCAM), aimed at […]
Six-time convicted felon accused of defrauding 82-year-old woman in shocking scam.
Convicted Felon Accused of Defrauding 82-Year-Old Woman An individual with a history of fraud is facing serious accusations after allegedly threatening an 82-year-old woman and stealing money from her during a home improvement scam last month. Sonny Miller, a 32-year-old man with six prior felony convictions, showed up with two accomplices in a white pickup […]
iPhone calendar scam: Ways to stop fake notifications
A quick look at your phone might send you into a panic. Calendar notifications about infections, awards, or locked accounts can appear abruptly. While it’s easy to feel alarmed at first, take a moment to breathe. Many Apple users are experiencing a surge of fake calendar invitations popping up seemingly out of nowhere. These alerts […]
Tips to prevent scam ‘loan’ calls that could endanger you
Are you suddenly getting a flood of calls about loans you never asked for? You’re not the only one. There’s been a noticeable uptick in unsolicited scam calls from individuals pretending to be loan processing agents, requesting personal information and often promising significant amounts of money. It’s causing concern among many. Experts suggest this surge […]
Malwarebytes discovers a fake Google Coin cryptocurrency scam involving an AI chatbot
There’s a new cryptocurrency scam out there that you might not see coming. Imagine, for instance, if a pitch for a fake crypto coin came from something like Google’s AI assistant, giving you real-time answers and forecasts on potential profits. This is precisely what scammers are doing. Security experts at Malwarebytes recently uncovered a pre-sale […]