Facebook recovery scams use fake FBI profiles to trick people
Scammers Target People With Fake Offers to Recover Stolen Money After losing money to a scam, it’s natural to look for a way to get it back. That’s exactly the moment some criminals are waiting for. A Facebook ad promising to recover stolen funds might seem like a lifeline, but it could lead to another […]
7 holiday shopping scams to watch out for this season
Six holiday shopping scams to watch for this season Black Friday is still weeks away, but holiday shopping is already getting underway. Stores are advertising early discounts, sales emails are piling up, and many people are starting to look for gifts. Scammers are getting an early start, too. Fraudulent offers can be hard to distinguish […]
Spokane County prohibits ‘crypto kiosks’ commonly associated with scams aimed at older individuals.
Spokane County Takes Action Against Crypto Kiosks to Protect Seniors In a move aimed at tackling scams that predominantly affect older adults, the Spokane County Commission has decided to take action against “crypto kiosks” or “Bitcoin ATMs” located in various stores across the county. On Tuesday, the board passed an ordinance that prohibits businesses from […]
These harmful iPhone scams aim to take your money. Here’s how to stay safe.
Earlier this year, a significant vulnerability affected iPhones, dubbed the “biggest iPhone threat in 19 years.” Unfortunately, several months later, this exploit continues to cause issues and has been accompanied by another vulnerability, both of which target financial applications on users’ devices. The two exploits are identified as Coruna and DarkSword. You might have come […]
A cybersecurity specialist reveals the most effective way to guard against advanced AI scams.
As artificial intelligence rapidly advances, experts are sounding the alarm about the increasingly realistic financial scams it enables. The prevailing advice? Old-fashioned human skepticism might be our best line of defense, rather than relying solely on high-tech detection tools. While countries like China and Russia utilize AI on a global scale, it’s ordinary Americans who […]
Simon Leviev, known as the ‘Tinder Swindler,’ introduces a dating app designed to prevent scams.
Scams, deception, and false identities are substantial risks in the world of online dating. Simon Leviev claims he can tackle these issues with his upcoming app, Safe Love. Interestingly, he knows the ins and outs of these fraudulent schemes—he’s been involved in them himself. Leviev, originally named Shimon Yehuda Hayut, rose to notoriety as the […]
Charity scams related to hurricanes exploit data brokers to reach victims before storms hit
A typical day for a scammer during hurricane season might begin with a cup of coffee and a detailed spreadsheet. This spreadsheet could be packed with personal information like names, ages, addresses, and even family details. Scammers might acquire this data by purchasing it, pulling it from various people-search websites, or assembling it from publicly […]
Albuquerque prohibits cryptocurrency ATMs following scams that resulted in significant losses for New Mexicans.
Albuquerque bans crypto ATMs amid rising scam complaints The city of Albuquerque has enacted a ban on cryptocurrency ATMs, a decision taken by city councilors to combat increasing instances of fraud involving these machines. Under the new ordinance, the installation and operation of virtual-currency ATMs are now illegal within city limits. Officials revealed that over […]
Cybercrime losses reach $21 billion as AI scams rise
Expert provides ways to protect finances from cyber threats Cybercrime inflicted nearly $21 billion in losses last year, and Kurt Knutsson has issued a warning about the rise of increasingly sophisticated AI scams. In a recent appearance on a weekend news show, he unpacked FBI data revealing that investment fraud alone accounted for $8.65 billion […]
Relocating to a 55+ community may put your personal information at risk of scams and fraud.
AI Scammers Targeting Elderly Americans with Fraud Schemes Artificial intelligence is leading a surge in fraud schemes aimed at older Americans across the U.S. The founder of ScamSkeptic, Matt Sanner, appears on ‘America’s Newsroom’ to discuss how scammers are using AI to imitate voices and create realistic deepfakes. He also shares some helpful tips for […]