How scammers can use your name, phone number, and address
Expert provides ways to protect finances from cyber threats Losses from cybercrime hit nearly $21 billion last year, which has led Kurt Knutsson to raise alarms about the rising sophistication of AI-driven scams. During an appearance on ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’, he discussed FBI data, emphasizing that investment fraud accounted for $8.65 billion in losses […]
Deception everywhere: How Maine turned into a haven for Somali scammers
Concerns Over Maine’s Home Health Care Agencies PORTLAND, MAINE — It’s hard to ignore the unsettling situation in Maine, where home health care companies seem to dominate the landscape, eerily reminiscent of a state grappling with a health crisis. Office buildings—once bustling—now host various home health care LLCs, including some with Minnesota area codes, typically […]
Rep. Van Duyne supports BlazeTV host Sara Gonzales in fight against H-1B scammers
Sara Gonzales, a host on BlazeTV, has taken a strong stance against alleged abuses of the H-1B visa program in Texas. Her efforts seem to be having an impact, not just on the supposed fraudsters who appear to be getting nervous, but also on state and federal authorities who are starting to take action. Recently, […]
The kindness scam: Scammers take advantage of America’s support system
Governments have been distributing public work for ages, dating back to when stones were first laid on the Appian Way. Wherever there’s government funding, you can be sure people are lining up for a share. Abraham Lincoln, it’s said, grew weary of the many individuals clamoring for government positions and favors, famously remarking that “there […]
HOA meeting notes and documents could make you vulnerable to online scammers
A scammer might not need to infiltrate your homeowners association (HOA); often, they just require access to publicly available information. Meeting minutes, membership lists, and other documents related to the HOA can reveal personal details about residents. Depending on the HOA and local regulations, some records are accessible to members, and others can be found […]
Extra police are sent to catch burglars and scammers targeting victims of the water main break.
Authorities are cautioning that opportunistic thieves might target properties in West Hollywood following a significant water main break that caused extensive flooding in the area this week. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has stated that it will increase the police presence from the West Hollywood Police Department to deter potential burglaries in unoccupied homes. […]
Scammers are endangering services that allow older adults to stay in their homes longer.
Significant changes in American health care are unfolding beyond hospitals and nursing facilities. The rise of artificial intelligence, telehealth, remote monitoring, and innovative care models is allowing many Americans to access quality care right at home, which is where they prefer it. This shift is particularly beneficial for older adults. Many of them wish to […]
Fraud specialist from JPMorgan Chase explains how scammers train bank victims
Your loved one might be at the bank right now, attempting to send money, possibly to someone they don’t even know. The person on the other end could sound completely calm, or maybe a bit urgent. But there’s a chance that it’s a professional scammer who has given instructions on how to behave. The FBI’s […]
Federal authorities accuse Ohio scammers of taking $30 million intended for a mental health program to purchase luxury vehicles.
Federal Authorities Arrest Ohio Fraudsters COLUMBUS, Ohio — A group of fraudsters in Ohio has been apprehended by federal authorities for stealing $30 million in taxpayer funds that were intended for children’s behavioral health services. Unfortunately, this money was actually used to purchase luxury vehicles and other high-end items. At least four individuals, including two […]
Hackers Are Using the Same Chat Techniques on AI that Scammers Use on People
Rising Threats: AI Chatbots Targeted by Conversational Manipulation Cybersecurity experts are noticing a growing variety of attacks that exploit AI chatbots, primarily through advanced manipulation of conversations, moving away from traditional hacking methods. The landscape of threats against AI chatbots has undergone significant changes since these technologies became mainstream. Initially, the exploits were surprisingly straightforward […]