LinkedIn romance scam victim reports sending nearly $1 million to a con artist
A LinkedIn message from a stranger might not raise eyebrows for most people, especially if they have a mutual connection. This was the case for Gaby, who shared her experience on “The CyberGuy Report Podcast” at cyberguy.com/podcast/. She recounted how an online relationship that started in 2019 spiraled into a tragic romance scam. Over two […]
Older woman in Texas loses $30,000 to a scam and then strikes back at a large international scam network.
Elderly Woman Assists in Busting International Scam Ring A senior citizen in Texas played a key role in helping federal law enforcement apprehend a scammer linked to a large international operation that has reportedly defrauded millions and contributed to at least one tragic suicide. This woman, who preferred to remain anonymous, shared her experience of […]
Friday noon sees the highest surge in scam texts, according to new research from Malwarebytes.
If you’ve noticed an uptick in questionable texts when your schedule gets hectic, you might be onto something. Research from the cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes indicates that scammers are becoming more strategic about timing and methods of contact. The research gathered global threat data from April 15 to July 14, 2026, examining over 20 different scam […]
Siri bank scam employs a phony American Express number to take money from savings.
Google Search Leads to Costly Scam Call An incident involving a reader named Rosette highlights the risks that can arise from Google searches. She ended up revealing her credit card number and birthdate to a scammer. For many, a simple request like asking Siri to call a credit card company feels routine—just say the company […]
Suspected leader of crypto scam scheduled for plea hearing in $240M bitcoin theft
A 22-year-old man from Singapore, Malone Lam, is expected to plead guilty this week after being accused of his role in the theft of over $240 million in Bitcoin from a single victim. This case is considered one of the largest cryptocurrency thefts in U.S. history. Lam, who dropped out of school in the eighth […]
Phishing scam targets MyChart, compromising patient portal accounts and introducing malware
If you’ve ever checked a lab result or messaged your doctor online, chances are you’re familiar with MyChart. It’s a popular patient portal from Epic that many hospitals and medical practices use to provide patients with online access to their health information. Recently, a patient named Mary reached out with concerns after receiving updates from […]
Wilmington entrepreneur initiates legal action regarding suspected $60 million cryptocurrency scam
Investment Lawsuit Filed Against Cryptocurrency Fund WILMINGTON, N.C. – A local businessman from Wilmington, along with his electric company, is spearheading a proposed nationwide class-action lawsuit against a cryptocurrency fund. They allege that the absence of proper financial safeguards led to an insider embezzling nearly $60 million in investor funds. The lawsuit was submitted on […]
Google warns of a fake Chrome update scam linked to a harmful browser extension.
While browsing, you might encounter a warning that takes over your screen, claiming your browser requires a “Critical Update” to continue. This resembles Chrome, and the urgency of the message can prompt a quick click on the Update button, which is exactly what makes this fake Chrome update scam so deceptive. Recently, reports have connected […]
Hochul cautions about a scam taking advantage of Holocaust survivors for restitution.
Consumer Warning Issued in New York New York Governor Kathy Hochul has issued a warning to the public following reports of a group named the Jewish Holocaust Claims Center that is reaching out to Holocaust survivors and their families for compensation claims. State officials are raising concerns that this could be a scam. The New […]
Report shows ‘Transshipment Scam’ costing the US billions along with other major news.
Good morning. Welcome to your morning newsletter. Here’s a look at the essential news to kickstart your day… Top 3 1. The Trump administration has unveiled ‘transshipment fraud’ that, it is claimed, has resulted in billions being lost from the U.S. economy. 2. A judge’s groundbreaking decision has overturned long-standing gun laws. 3. Medical professionals […]