New England states focus on crypto ATM operator for suspected scams
New England States Take Action Against Cryptocurrency ATM Operators BOSTON — In response to a rise in fraud cases linked to virtual currency ATMs, several New England states are now striving to regulate these operators, as victims across the United States face losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. Massachusetts has initiated a lawsuit […]
Fake Publishers Clearing House scams 92-year-old man from Long Island out of a significant amount of money
Two scam artists disguised as clowns managed to deceive a 92-year-old man from Long Island out of a significant amount of money by making him believe he had won $18 million in a Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes, according to prosecutors. Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney stated that Oral Darloo, 31, from Brooklyn, along with […]
Zohran Mamdani’s hearings on ‘rent scams’ will prevent NYCHA tenants from voicing complaints
Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s upcoming “rent rip-off” hearings will notably exclude testimony from tenants residing in public housing. This is surprising, considering that the agency managing these apartments has frequently been labeled the “worst” in all five boroughs. The first of these grievance meetings is scheduled for February 26, but the initiative seems to focus solely […]
Romance scams on Valentine’s Day focus on widowed and divorced Americans in 2026
Beware of Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is typically a time for connection. Yet, it’s also prime season for romance scammers. In 2026, the stakes are set to rise even more. Today’s romance scams go beyond the old “lonely hearts” cliché. They take advantage of artificial intelligence, data brokers, and stolen profiles. Instead […]
Warning about Microsoft email scams: Tips for identifying fraudulent messages
Scam emails are becoming more convincing, recently posing as urgent notifications from Microsoft about your email account. They certainly look serious. I mean, time sensitivity can really put pressure on a person. Lily contacted me, unsure if one of these messages was legitimate. “I could use your help because I’m not sure whether this email […]
Deepfake Scams Surge as AI Tools Become Easily Available
Deepfake Fraud at Industrial Scale Deepfake technology is now facilitating large-scale fraud, enabling almost anyone to create sophisticated scams that target individuals and organizations globally, as highlighted by a recent analysis from AI experts. This shift marks a transition from a niche threat to a widely accessible means for scammers. The AI incident database details […]
Fraudsters are now employing AI chatbots for financial scams
Users of artificial intelligence are increasingly leveraging chatbots for financial crimes, but the methods used are surprisingly straightforward. One notable technique involves something referred to as prompt injection, which essentially allows users to manipulate chatbots to acquire wealth at the expense of others. With AI models being open-sourced and accessible for modification, companies are attempting […]
Tips to steer clear of Super Bowl scams as experts alert to phony tickets and fraudulent websites
The Super Bowl is considered a prime opportunity for scammers, prompting warnings from online safety experts. Fans are advised to remain vigilant against counterfeit tickets and deceptive websites while hunting for tickets to the big game. Recently, before the Chicago Bears faced off against the Los Angeles Rams, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) alerted fans […]
Impersonation scams targeting 2026 taxpayers increase during tax season
Tax season often brings its own set of stresses, and it seems that 2026 might make things even trickier. With major changes to tax filing systems, particularly the end of government-run free filing options, many taxpayers are left unsure about what’s legal. This kind of uncertainty can unintentionally create opportunities for scammers, who are quick […]
Kid Rock alerts Congress that ‘greedy snakes’ are taking advantage of fans with ticket scams.
Kid Rock Criticizes Ticket Resale Practices WASHINGTON — To some in the ticketing world, he’s a bit of a troublemaker. Robert James Ritchie, known as Kid Rock, appeared before the Senate Commerce Subcommittee, wearing a cowboy hat. He urged lawmakers to address resale fraud by calling out the “greedy snakes and thugs” dominating the ticket […]