Passenger says thieves are exploiting old bag tags for a scam
Users on Reddit, claiming to be airline employees, are alerting travelers about potential scams involving printed bag tags. This information surfaced in a post on Reddit’s “R/Delta” forum, which was titled “Throwing a bag tag at home.” The user, identifying as a “bagment billing manager,” urged people to “start discarding bag tags at home.” “So […]
Solana bot scam on GitHub takes crypto from users.
A GitHub repository, disguising itself as a legitimate Solana Trading BOT, has come under scrutiny for allegedly harboring malware that steals cryptocurrency. According to a report from Friday, the repository known as Solana-Pumpun-Bot, managed by the account “ZLDP2002” and flagged by blockchain security firm SlowMist, imitates a genuine open-source tool for gathering user credentials. Concerns […]
Authorities alert about ATM scam that has led to $70K theft from New Yorkers’ bank accounts
Authorities have issued a warning about a potential widespread ATM scam after a group of thieves stole at least $70,000 from elderly bank account holders on the Upper East Side. Surveillance footage has identified two men and one woman involved in at least nine similar incidents across various banks, such as Bank of America, Chase […]
FBI warns iPhone users about a serious text scam
The FBI is alerting millions of Americans to be cautious about seemingly harmless text messages circulating and advises that they should be deleted promptly. (Surprise! It’s a scam.) For some time now, Americans have faced a wave of text scams. Reports indicate that attacks targeting both iPhone and Android users have surged over 700% just […]
A narrow escape from a Facebook scam that aimed to take credit card information
Have you ever experienced a pop-up or an email that made your heart race? You’re definitely not alone. Online scams are increasingly convincing, and even those who consider themselves tech-savvy can find themselves just a click away from trouble. One of the most prevalent methods for scammers to steal personal information is phishing. A recent […]
Thai Police Detain Chinese Suspect in $6.1 Million Bitcoin Scam
Simply put Thai authorities apprehended a Chinese national, Tian Wei, at Don Mueang Airport on June 12, suspecting him of stealing $6.15 million in Bitcoin. This arrest followed Tian Wei’s disappearance from a business contract in Chiang Rai after a complaint was filed in April and a warrant was issued on May 16. It’s part […]
What amount of Green New Scam funding will remain after the One Big Beautiful Bill?
Trump’s Legislative Push: The One Big Beautiful Bill Otto von Bismarck, Germany’s first Prime Minister, once remarked that “the law is like sausages. It’s best not to see them being made.” This sentiment captures President Trump’s current legislative endeavor, dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB). Unlike many other laws, this one warrants close examination. […]
Received a scam text from the DMV? Discover how they obtained your number.
(Wavy) – This week, have you received any texts from individuals claiming to be part of the automotive industry? If so, you might be wondering how your personal details ended up in untrustworthy hands. Wavy, which is connected to Nexstar, sought answers. After all, you may have shared your information without even being aware of […]
Officials in Long Island caution about a new scam that employs TikTok and AI-generated voices to mimic grandchildren and deceive seniors.
This isn’t exactly the way to reconnect with your grandmother. A deceptive scam artist is utilizing AI to mimic his grandson’s voice on TikTok, managing to deceive many out of millions through a new technological fraud that preys on vulnerable seniors. This was highlighted on Friday, as authorities revealed that the scam involves fake calls […]
Meta platforms overwhelmed by numerous scam ads causing victims significant losses
Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, is facing significant scrutiny after reports surfaced about a proliferation of deceptive ads on its platforms. As per the Wall Street Journal, almost half of the fraud complaints related to Zelle transactions at JPMorgan Chase from mid-2023 to mid-2024 can be traced back to Meta. Other banks have […]