Hearings on ‘rental scams’ targeting ‘exploitative’ NYC landlords will occur within Mamdani’s first 100 days in office.
Mayor Announces “Rental Rip-Off” Hearings in NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani has declared that the city will organize a series of hearings focused on “rental rip-offs,” aimed at addressing tenant issues across the five boroughs. This initiative is set to confront “unconscionable” business practices in the upcoming months. Within his first 100 days in office, Mamdani […]
Mehek Cooke Describes How Scams Are Carried Out with Phony Home Health Agencies
Ohio Attorney Exposes Fraudulent Home Health Care Schemes Mehek Cook, an attorney from Ohio, recently spoke with Breitbart News about a scheme he’s uncovered in the state. He claims that some individuals are defrauding taxpayers through a fraudulent “home health care” business that can receive up to $250,000 annually without providing any actual services. During […]
What a $440,000 Hack Reveals About the Growing Danger of Ethereum Permit Scams
Simply put Holders of USDC lost upwards of $440,000 after unknowingly authorizing malicious “permit” transactions. Phishing attacks labeled as “permit” resulted in significant individual cryptocurrency losses in November. Experts caution that scammers exploit human mistakes, making recovery virtually impossible. Hackers took off with more than $440,000 in USDC after the wallet owner inadvertently signed a […]
Warning about MetaMask wallet verification scams and tips for avoiding fraud.
You might have recently spotted an email from ‘sharfharef’ featuring the MetaMask logo, titled ‘Wallet Verification Required.’ These messages prompt you to click a link to authenticate your wallet, but they’re actually a tactic used by scammers to steal your cryptocurrency information. What is MetaMask and Why Scammers Like It MetaMask is a widely-used crypto […]
Account takeover scams rise with 5,100 reports to the FBI this year
Holiday shopping creates an ideal opportunity for cybercriminals. The FBI reports that scammers target platforms like Gmail and Outlook with deceptive messages aimed at tricking individuals into revealing money or personal information. Often, these scams happen so quickly that victims are unaware until they spot unauthorized charges on their bank statements. Why the FBI is […]
Stephen Moore: Scams from Third Party Litigation Funding Impact Everyone
Concerns About Litigation in America For a long time, trial lawyers have been seen as a significant burden on American businesses and families, extracting resources from the economy much like a swarm of mosquitoes does. They often benefit from the unfortunate circumstances of others, sometimes pocketing millions while the actual victims see only a fraction […]
Increase in holiday scams targeting shoppers during Black Friday
Beware of Online Scams This Holiday Season The period from November to December is particularly lucrative for cybercriminals. According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), incidents of online shopping scams increase during these months. The tactics employed by scammers vary widely. But why does this happen? Well, during the holiday rush, many of […]
Tariff dividend payments: Distinguishing between genuine information and scams.
Discussion on Economic Relief Payments Amid Economic Uncertainty As the economic situation continues to create challenges for many Americans, the topic of potential financial relief is gaining traction. In early November, former President Donald Trump suggested the idea of $2,000 tariff dividend checks during a discussion on Truth Social. At a press conference on November […]
Melanie Collette: COP30, Environmental Promises, and Real-Life Scams
COP30 in Brazil: The Bioeconomy Debate In November 2025, COP30 unfolds in Belém, Brazil. It’s the usual format, where high-flying leaders discuss climate issues from the comfort of air-conditioned rooms. This year’s hot topic? The bioeconomy. It’s all about swapping fossil fuels for materials derived from nature—think plants, forests, algae, and even waste. Picture biofuels […]
Parents worry about AI scams aimed at children but skip discussions on safety
Children are online more than ever, and this early exposure can lead to new risks. Scams powered by artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly personalized and convincing. A recent poll from Bitwarden for Cybersecurity Awareness Month reveals that while parents are aware of these dangers, many haven’t effectively communicated them to their kids. This lack of […]