Man charged in $100M scam added to FBI’s ‘Most Wanted Fraudsters’ list
Fugitive Added to FBI’s Most Wanted List Following Major Investment Scam A man previously accused of defrauding investors out of about $100 million in Detroit has been added to the FBI’s Most Wanted Scammers list, as reported by the FBI Detroit Field Office. During a press conference on Thursday, Jennifer Runyon, Special Agent in Charge […]
Hotel Wi-Fi phishing scam aims at Microsoft 365 business logins
Hotel Wi-Fi Phishing Attacks on the Rise Hackers are reportedly compromising Wi-Fi systems in hotels and conference centers, transforming regular internet connections into deceptive Microsoft 365 login pages. For business travelers, these hotel Wi-Fi phishing attacks can be particularly alarming. Imagine logging into the network before a meeting, only to find what seems to be […]
Basic checks for scam texts to perform before you click, pay, or share information
Google’s General Counsel Discusses AI-Powered Phishing Surge Halimah Delaine Prado, Google’s General Counsel, has pointed out a concerning trend in rising AI-driven phishing scams, particularly those originating from “outsider companies” in China. She elaborated on how these bad actors utilize artificial intelligence to craft highly convincing fake websites that mimic reputable brands like T-Mobile. This […]
Strapped for cash, DNC takes a risk with its headquarters after falling victim to an email scam.
The Democratic National Committee Faces Financial Struggles The Democratic National Committee (DNC) is in a difficult position right now. They are significantly behind the Republican National Committee in terms of financial stability. While the GOP reportedly has no debt and $128.53 million in cash at the end of last month, the DNC, under Chairman Ken […]
LastPass alerts users about a new phishing scam involving a counterfeit DocuSign page
Google’s General Counsel discusses the rise of AI-driven phishing scams Halimah Delaine Prado, Google’s General Counsel, has pointed out an alarming trend: the increase of AI-enhanced phishing attacks originating from companies outside the U.S., particularly in China. These criminals are leveraging artificial intelligence to craft convincing fake websites that mimic well-known brands like T-Mobile, managing […]
Pima County Sheriff alerts residents about Nancy Guthrie QR code scam
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has issued a warning about a new scam involving Nancy Guthrie. In a statement, the sheriff’s office mentioned it is aware of social media posts concerning the Guthrie investigation, which include QR codes asking for money. The department clarified that “PCSD will never solicit money in connection with this case […]
News anchor almost loses life savings in Los Angeles scam
Matt Gutman, a seasoned correspondent with CBS News, nearly fell for a cunning phone scam. He recounted the experience in a video on his X account, explaining how he received a call from someone claiming to be from the bank’s fraud prevention department. The caller not only provided a name but also a badge ID […]
Text scam pretending to be from Mom: Tips for identifying fake emergency messages
A new scam text is circulating that’s been alarming parents. The message reads: “Hello mom, please text me from my work phone. I dropped my actual cell phone in the sink earlier and now it’s completely unresponsive.” This text comes from an unknown number, which then prompts a message to another unfamiliar number. The details […]
Scam text from unknown number deceives parents with a phony broken phone story
Today, a new scam targeting parents has emerged, leaving many feeling anxious. The text messages typically say something like: “Hello mom, please text me on my work phone. I dropped my real phone in the sink earlier and now it’s completely unresponsive.” This message comes from an unfamiliar number, followed by a request to text […]
Woman loses her savings in AI scam involving deepfake ‘Dubai prince’
A woman from the Philippines believed she had found love with Dubai’s charming crown prince after weeks of friendly chats and intimate video calls. However, she soon discovered she was a victim of an elaborate AI-driven romance scam that used deepfake technology to impersonate Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, the heir to the Dubai throne. Maria, […]