#Fraud
#Fraud

Cryptocurrency

Scammers Target Stranded Ships In Iran With Bitcoin Fees

fromwww.bloomberg.com

Wine

UK Man Gets 10 Years in Prison for $97 Million Wine Loan Scam

fromMail Online

Pets

Fraudsters use AI to try and swindle $2,800 from missing dog's family

4 days ago

Former Alabama football player wore wigs and makeup to impersonate NFL players in $20 million fraud, prosecutors say | Fortune

Luther Davis impersonated NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans using disguises and fake identities.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

7 charged in scheme that used AI tools to defraud Toronto-area stores: police | CBC News

Seven people have been charged in a fraud investigation involving AI tools used to steal login information from retail employees in Toronto.

58 minutes ago

Fundraising

Private secretary of billionaire philanthropist Judith Neilson charged with fraud over $1m luxury purchases

fromBitcoin Magazine

Scammers Target Stranded Ships In Iran With Bitcoin Fees

Fraudsters are exploiting tensions in the Strait of Hormuz by demanding Bitcoin payments for fake safe passage claims to shipping firms.

fromwww.bloomberg.com

Wine

UK Man Gets 10 Years in Prison for $97 Million Wine Loan Scam

Pets

fromMail Online

Fraudsters use AI to try and swindle $2,800 from missing dog's family

Fraudsters used AI to create fake emergency surgery images to scam a family out of $2,800 for their missing dog.

4 days ago

Former Alabama football player wore wigs and makeup to impersonate NFL players in $20 million fraud, prosecutors say | Fortune

Luther Davis impersonated NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans using disguises and fake identities.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

7 charged in scheme that used AI tools to defraud Toronto-area stores: police | CBC News

Seven people have been charged in a fraud investigation involving AI tools used to steal login information from retail employees in Toronto.

more#fraud

fromBoston.com

2 hours ago

Sandwich man who ran 'snack shack' facing new charges of stealing from Plymouth schools

Patrick Van Cott, 64, was charged with one count of theft concerning programs receiving federal funds and two counts of wire fraud. He allegedly stole thousands of dollars' worth of food and kitchen equipment to fund his business, the Snack Shack.

Boston food

Barcelona

fromESPN.com

Supreme Court upholds acquittal of Neymar, Barcelona in Santos fraud case

Spain's Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of Neymar and former Barcelona presidents on fraud and corruption charges related to his 2013 transfer.

#artificial-intelligence

11 hours ago

The Mythos meeting focused on the wrong AI risk to banks. Here's the one nobody is talking about | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is transforming fraud into a machine-driven, scalable threat, posing risks beyond traditional cyber attacks.

fromTODAY.com

Digital life

Send This to Your Boomer Parents: Avoid AI Scams With 1 Trick From a Deepfake Expert

Artificial intelligence is rapidly improving at creating realistic fake media, leading to increased vulnerability to scams, especially among older adults.

11 hours ago

The Mythos meeting focused on the wrong AI risk to banks. Here's the one nobody is talking about | Fortune

Artificial intelligence is transforming fraud into a machine-driven, scalable threat, posing risks beyond traditional cyber attacks.

Digital life

fromTODAY.com

more#artificial-intelligence

Send This to Your Boomer Parents: Avoid AI Scams With 1 Trick From a Deepfake Expert

Artificial intelligence is rapidly improving at creating realistic fake media, leading to increased vulnerability to scams, especially among older adults.

#meta

fromTNW | Meta

19 hours ago

EU data protection

Meta sued over scam ads on Facebook and Instagram as internal documents reveal $16 billion in projected fraud revenue

fromWIRED

Privacy professionals

Meta Is Sued Over Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram

EU data protection

fromTNW | Meta

19 hours ago

Meta sued over scam ads on Facebook and Instagram as internal documents reveal $16 billion in projected fraud revenue

Meta faces multiple lawsuits alleging it profited from scam ads on its platforms, projecting $16 billion in revenue from fraudulent advertising in 2024.

Privacy professionals

fromWIRED

Meta Is Sued Over Scam Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Consumer Federation of America sues Meta for allowing fraudulent ads on its platforms, violating DC consumer protection laws.

South Korean Police Want to Arrest HYBE Chairman Bang Si-hyuk

HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk is under investigation for misleading investors, leading to a potential arrest warrant.

Real estate

fromwww.housingwire.com

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.

#napa-county

Taxpayers flood Napa Co. Tax Collector's Office after payments vanish in check fraud scheme

Property tax checks mailed to Napa County are being stolen and altered, leading to widespread fraud affecting many residents.

More property tax check fraud victims come forward in Napa Co., officials say: 'My stomach dropped'

Over 60 property tax checks in Napa County have been lost or stolen due to check washing fraud, totaling between $1 and $2 million.

Dozens of property tax checks in Napa Co. were stolen through mail, officials say

Napa County taxpayers are urged to check bank records due to stolen and altered property tax checks through check washing fraud.

Taxpayers flood Napa Co. Tax Collector's Office after payments vanish in check fraud scheme

Property tax checks mailed to Napa County are being stolen and altered, leading to widespread fraud affecting many residents.

More property tax check fraud victims come forward in Napa Co., officials say: 'My stomach dropped'

Over 60 property tax checks in Napa County have been lost or stolen due to check washing fraud, totaling between $1 and $2 million.

Dozens of property tax checks in Napa Co. were stolen through mail, officials say

Napa County taxpayers are urged to check bank records due to stolen and altered property tax checks through check washing fraud.

'Bordering on ridiculous' that money mule has not brought compensation to court for elderly fraud victim, judge says

A judge criticized a money mule for not reimbursing a victim of a smishing fraud involving a loss of €4,212.

#north-korea

fromSecurityWeek

US news

Two North Korean IT Worker Scheme Facilitators Jailed in the US

fromTheregister

US news

Americans behind Nork IT fraud sentenced to 200 months

fromSecurityWeek

US news

Two North Korean IT Worker Scheme Facilitators Jailed in the US

fromTheregister

US news

Americans behind Nork IT fraud sentenced to 200 months

A Christmas Wish Come True-the Guy Who Runs SantaCon Is Going to Jail

Stefan Pildes, founder of SantaCon, was arrested for wire fraud, misappropriating over $1.3 million intended for charity.

fromSFGATE

SantaCon organizer accused of stealing over $1M in 'his own con game'

SantaCon's charitable claims in New York City are under scrutiny due to allegations of fraud against its president, Stefan Pildes.

fromFast Company

SantaCon president stole millions in charitable donations to fund luxury lifestyle, says FBI

Stefan Pildes, organizer of SantaCon, is charged with defrauding ticket buyers and misusing charity funds for personal expenses.

fromIntelligencer

So, SantaCon Was a Con?

SantaCon's organizer is charged with wire fraud for diverting funds meant for charity to personal expenses.

fromwww.amny.com

SantaCon founder charged with stealing from charity | amNewYork

Stefan Pildes, founder of SantaCon, was arrested for allegedly embezzling over $1.3 million raised for charity.

fromABC7 Chicago

Fundraising

SantaCon founder accused of siphoning charitable funds from New York City bar crawl for own use

New York City

fromJezebel

A Christmas Wish Come True-the Guy Who Runs SantaCon Is Going to Jail

Stefan Pildes, founder of SantaCon, was arrested for wire fraud, misappropriating over $1.3 million intended for charity.

fromSFGATE

SantaCon organizer accused of stealing over $1M in 'his own con game'

SantaCon's charitable claims in New York City are under scrutiny due to allegations of fraud against its president, Stefan Pildes.

fromFast Company

SantaCon president stole millions in charitable donations to fund luxury lifestyle, says FBI

Stefan Pildes, organizer of SantaCon, is charged with defrauding ticket buyers and misusing charity funds for personal expenses.

fromIntelligencer

So, SantaCon Was a Con?

SantaCon's organizer is charged with wire fraud for diverting funds meant for charity to personal expenses.

fromwww.amny.com

SantaCon founder charged with stealing from charity | amNewYork

Stefan Pildes, founder of SantaCon, was arrested for allegedly embezzling over $1.3 million raised for charity.

fromABC7 Chicago

Fundraising

SantaCon founder accused of siphoning charitable funds from New York City bar crawl for own use

Ex-NBA player to plead guilty illegal sports betting case | amNewYork

Damon Jones will plead guilty in a gambling case involving NBA players leaking confidential information for fraudulent betting.

#scam

fromNews 12 - Long Island

Scammer impersonating NYPD employee steals thousands from 92-year-old woman

A scammer stole $8,000 from a 92-year-old woman in Brooklyn by posing as a police officer.

Boston

fromBoston.com

Bridgewater police warn of Tom Brady impersonation scam

A local family was scammed by someone impersonating Tom Brady, sending gift cards to the fraudster.

fromNews 12 - Long Island

Scammer impersonating NYPD employee steals thousands from 92-year-old woman

A scammer stole $8,000 from a 92-year-old woman in Brooklyn by posing as a police officer.

Boston

fromBoston.com

Bridgewater police warn of Tom Brady impersonation scam

A local family was scammed by someone impersonating Tom Brady, sending gift cards to the fraudster.

New York Islanders

NYC corrections officers stole $228K in fraudulent pay: DA

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.

New York Islanders

NYC corrections officers stole $228K in fraudulent pay: DA

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.

more#corruption

fromLos Angeles Times

Two cousins admit to a double-booking rental scam to steal $8.5 million and disrupt travel nationwide

Two cousins pleaded guilty to a rental scam involving over 10,000 bookings and $8.5 million in fraudulent revenue through platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo.

#california

SF politics

California Republicans rip into Gavin Newsom, call for special legislative session on fraud

California

LA's top prosecutor goes scorched earth on California AG Rob Bonta over rampant California fraud

SF politics

California Republicans rip into Gavin Newsom, call for special legislative session on fraud

California Republicans criticize Governor Newsom for inadequate action against widespread fraud affecting taxpayer dollars.

LA's top prosecutor goes scorched earth on California AG Rob Bonta over rampant California fraud

California faces significant fraud issues, with federal prosecutors criticizing state efforts to combat it.

"Shadow industry" for fake gay asylum claims harms actual LGBTQ+ migrants, BBC says - LGBTQ Nation

A BBC investigation reveals law firms aiding migrants in fabricating gay identities for asylum claims in the U.K.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Mahmood promises action against 'sham lawyers' abusing asylum system

Home Secretary vows to prosecute 'sham lawyers' exploiting asylum system for fake gay claims.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

Legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum, undercover BBC investigation finds

A shadow industry is helping migrants fabricate claims of being gay to secure asylum in the UK.

US DOJ Opens Compensation for $4 Billion Onecoin Fraud Victims

U.S. DOJ initiates compensation for Onecoin victims, distributing $40 million from a $4 billion fraud case.

#cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency

ZachXBT Says Apple App Store Fake Ledger App Stole $9.5M From 50+ Victims in One Week

Cryptocurrency

$45 Million in Crypto Fraud Mapped as Operation Atlantic Identifies Victims Across US, UK, Canada

Information security

FBI Reports $11.37B in Crypto Scam Losses as US Fraud Hits Record High

ZachXBT Says Apple App Store Fake Ledger App Stole $9.5M From 50+ Victims in One Week

ZachXBT linked $9.5M theft from a fake Ledger Live app to over 150 Kucoin deposit addresses.

$45 Million in Crypto Fraud Mapped as Operation Atlantic Identifies Victims Across US, UK, Canada

Operation Atlantic froze over $12 million in suspected criminal proceeds and identified more than 20,000 victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud.

FBI Reports $11.37B in Crypto Scam Losses as US Fraud Hits Record High

Americans reported $11.37 billion in cryptocurrency-related losses to the FBI in 2025, the highest annual total on record.

more#cryptocurrency

fromwww.dw.com

China: Evergrande property developer founder pleads guilty

Hui Ka Yan pleaded guilty and expressed remorse during trial proceedings against him and Evergrande, as stated by the court in Shenzhen. The company defaulted on most of its $300 billion in liabilities in 2021.

European startups

fromTechCrunch

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

The FBI dismantled a global phishing operation, W3LL, targeting over 17,000 victims and facilitating over $20 million in fraud.

Philadelphia Musician G. Love Loses Nearly 6 BTC to Fake Ledger Wallet App on Apple's App Store

Musician G. Love lost 5.92 BTC to a fraudulent Ledger app on April 11, 2026.

fromLos Angeles Times

Cryptocurrency

The scammer, the fixer and the cop: Inside L.A.'s world of millionaire 'crypto kids'

Philadelphia Musician G. Love Loses Nearly 6 BTC to Fake Ledger Wallet App on Apple's App Store

Musician G. Love lost 5.92 BTC to a fraudulent Ledger app on April 11, 2026.

fromLos Angeles Times

Cryptocurrency

The scammer, the fixer and the cop: Inside L.A.'s world of millionaire 'crypto kids'

more#bitcoin

Privacy professionals

fromEntrepreneur

Your Next Buyer Is Googling You Right Now

In 2026, buyers prioritize fintech legitimacy over features, making trust a crucial stage in the decision-making process.

fromHoodline

Vanguard Forfeits $1.5M in Manhattan DA Overbilling Deal

Vanguard Construction faces a three-year deferred prosecution agreement and forfeits $1.5 million due to a years-long overbilling scheme tied to city contracts.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Suspects in alleged counterfeit currency sales ring arrested by Halton police | CBC News

Police arrested six suspects in a counterfeit currency sales ring operating through social media, generating over $60,000 in sales.

fromThe Cipher Brief

New Presidential Executive Order Targets Transnational Cybercrime

Transnational cybercrime is escalating, with significant financial losses and a need for enhanced national security measures.

Buying a collectible? Beware fakers out to persuade you it's the real deal

Scams involving antiques and collectibles are almost as old as some of the items. But internet sales now mean fraudsters have a much wider audience.

E-Commerce

USDC Freeze Controversy: ZachXBT Says Circle Froze 16 Legitimate Wallets, Missed Real Hacks

ZachXBT identified 15 cases of over $420M in illicit USDC flows that Circle failed to freeze promptly since 2022.

France news

fromThe Local France

French court rules to extradite Russian who owned English football club

A French court has ruled to extradite Russian banker Vladimir Antonov to Lithuania on fraud charges related to the collapse of Snoras Bank.

Deliverability

fromIrish Independent

Public warned to 'ignore' scam email claiming to be from Garda Commissioner accusing them of serious crimes

A phishing email impersonating An Garda Síochána threatens recipients with serious legal consequences if they do not respond within 24 hours.

NY funeral parlor of horrors named 'Camelot' stacked decaying bodies like cargo while ripping off grieving family members: AG

A New York funeral home operated illegally, mishandling bodies and overcharging families, leading to a criminal indictment against its owner.

US news

fromGothamist

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.

NY funeral parlor of horrors named 'Camelot' stacked decaying bodies like cargo while ripping off grieving family members: AG

A New York funeral home operated illegally, mishandling bodies and overcharging families, leading to a criminal indictment against its owner.

US news

fromGothamist

Unlicensed NY funeral director kept decomposing bodies, prosecutors say

A Long Island man faces felony charges for operating an unlicensed funeral home with decomposing bodies and defrauding grieving families.

more#funeral-home

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Alleged maple syrup scam in Quebec uncovered by Canadian broadcaster

Luc Lagace, a microbiologist and director of research at ACER, stated, 'This is the first time I've seen falsification of this kind. You can see that it's outright cane sugar that's been added to the cans. This is not an accident. It's deliberate.'

Canada news

UK news

The hundreds of victims of crooked funeral director Robert Bush

The Independent provides crucial journalism on pressing issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and community support.

NYC politics

fromPOLITICO

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.

London politics

Man admits preventing lawful burial in relation to 30 bodies found at Hull funeral home

A funeral director admitted to preventing lawful burials after 30 bodies and ashes were found at a Hull funeral home.

US news

fromJezebel

Jen Shah: Ghislaine Maxwell Has 'No Remorse,' Elizabeth Holmes Had 'Poop Duty'

Jen Shah shares experiences with fellow inmates Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell, highlighting their bond and prison life challenges.

Snowboarding

fromSnowBrains

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Nepal Charges 32 in Alleged Himalayan Rescue Fraud Scheme Targeting Trekkers - SnowBrains

A large-scale fraud scheme targeting foreign trekkers in Nepal has led to charges against 32 individuals, involving fake medical emergencies and insurance claims.

Boston real estate

Desperate buyer conned out of thousands in ghost' beach hut scam

Fraudsters are scamming buyers by selling non-existent beach huts, exploiting high demand and using deceptive tactics to facilitate quick transactions.

Poker

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Revealed: the vast illegal casino network targeting UK gamblers

Andres Markou, the supposed CEO of MyStake, is an AI-generated decoy for a network of illegal online casinos.

Pets

Major UK bank issues warning after surge in pet scam reports

Pet scams have surged, with significant financial losses reported, particularly affecting women and individuals aged 46 and over.

#embezzlement

fromNews 12 - Default

Former Brooklyn-based nonprofit leaders indicted for allegedly embezzling over $1.3 million

Former nonprofit leaders indicted for embezzling over $1.3 million intended for vulnerable New Yorkers.

fromNew York Daily News

Brooklyn day care director embezzled $2.8 million, spent it on pro wrestling events: feds

A day care director embezzled over $2.8 million in tuition payments for personal luxury expenses and WWE tickets.

NYC preschool boss embezzled nearly $3M to buy WWE tickets and live like a celebrity: feds

A preschool director embezzled nearly $3 million in tuition, spending lavishly on WWE tickets and luxury travel.

fromNews 12 - Default

Former Brooklyn-based nonprofit leaders indicted for allegedly embezzling over $1.3 million

Former nonprofit leaders indicted for embezzling over $1.3 million intended for vulnerable New Yorkers.

fromNew York Daily News

Brooklyn day care director embezzled $2.8 million, spent it on pro wrestling events: feds

A day care director embezzled over $2.8 million in tuition payments for personal luxury expenses and WWE tickets.

NYC preschool boss embezzled nearly $3M to buy WWE tickets and live like a celebrity: feds

A preschool director embezzled nearly $3 million in tuition, spending lavishly on WWE tickets and luxury travel.

more#embezzlement

Europe news

fromIrish Independent

Woman (20s) arrested in probe over fraudulent passports to launder over 160,000

Gardaí arrested a woman and seized documents and a car during a search in south Dublin as part of Operation Skein targeting international fraud.

Poker

fromReadWrite

BetMGM ends credit cards amid fraud scrutiny

BetMGM faces penalties for failing to verify customers, allowing fraudsters to exploit its platform for financial gain.

Fashion & style

Exclusive | Penthouse Pet accused of robbing sugar daddies stole $100K in designer clothes from victim's daughter

Adva Lavie is accused of stealing from wealthy men by posing as a girlfriend and using dating apps to gain access to their homes.

Vietnam Authorities Launch Probe Into Multi-Billion Dollar Crypto Fraud

Vietnam authorities are investigating a major cryptocurrency fraud case involving high-profile figures accused of misappropriating assets.

fromABA Journal