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Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Binance's AI-Driven Crackdown on Crypto Scams: $9.1M Recovered, $129M Prevented | HackerNoon

Binance is leading the fight against cryptocurrency scams through its comprehensive Anti-Scam Refund Initiative.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Digital life

Lonely Boomers Are Doomed Now That Scammers Are Using AI Filters to Make Themselves Look Like Beautiful Women

fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Authorities Issue Warnings Over Multistate DMV Scam Texts. Here's What to Look Out For

Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Binance's AI-Driven Crackdown on Crypto Scams: $9.1M Recovered, $129M Prevented | HackerNoon

Binance is leading the fight against cryptocurrency scams through its comprehensive Anti-Scam Refund Initiative.
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Digital life

Lonely Boomers Are Doomed Now That Scammers Are Using AI Filters to Make Themselves Look Like Beautiful Women

fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Authorities Issue Warnings Over Multistate DMV Scam Texts. Here's What to Look Out For

#real-estate-technology
#travel-scams
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Travel

'Incredibly convincing'- Fraudsters targeting holidaymakers with sophisticated accommodation scams

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Travel

'Incredibly convincing'- Fraudsters targeting holidaymakers with sophisticated accommodation scams

#scam
#financial-security
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

My credit card details were stolen on holiday - here's how you can stop it happening to you

fromZDNET
4 days ago
Privacy technologies

Fighting AI with AI, finance firms prevented $5 million in fraud - but at what cost?

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

My credit card details were stolen on holiday - here's how you can stop it happening to you

fromZDNET
4 days ago
Privacy technologies

Fighting AI with AI, finance firms prevented $5 million in fraud - but at what cost?

fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Police launch Hatton Garden crackdown on 21m courier fraud targeting elderly victims

Police have launched a new crackdown on courier fraud in Hatton Garden after victims were conned out of more than 21 million in the past financial year.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Thousands of firms struck off Companies House register in crackdown on economic crime

"More than 11,500 companies have been removed from the Companies House register in the past year as part of a nationwide crackdown on economic crime."
UK news
#consumer-rights
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Government is making moves on mobile drivers licenses, GSA administrator says

Mobile driver licenses (mDLs) are being pursued by the General Services Administration as a significant advancement in digital identity verification, aiming to enhance security and user experience.
Mobile UX
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

94% of Fortune 50 Companies Have Employee Identity Data Exposed by Phishing Attacks

Phishing attacks are increasing in scale and complexity, impacting major companies disproportionately.
A vast majority of exposed employee data includes critical identifiers such as email and IP addresses.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Trump EO axes digital IDs, blames 'illegal aliens' for fraud

Trump's executive order dismantles Biden's digital ID protections aimed at combating cybercrime.
The move faces criticism for potentially increasing fraud and undermining cybersecurity efforts.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

94% of Fortune 50 Companies Have Employee Identity Data Exposed by Phishing Attacks

Phishing attacks are increasing in scale and complexity, impacting major companies disproportionately.
A vast majority of exposed employee data includes critical identifiers such as email and IP addresses.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Trump EO axes digital IDs, blames 'illegal aliens' for fraud

Trump's executive order dismantles Biden's digital ID protections aimed at combating cybercrime.
The move faces criticism for potentially increasing fraud and undermining cybersecurity efforts.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Got a weird text message? 'Smishing' scams likely rising because of AI, experts warn | CBC News

Smishing, a combination of SMS and phishing, is a tactic where text messages are sent to trick individuals into clicking links and providing personal information.
Canada news
#data-analytics
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago
US politics

Fraud-fighting oversight committee gets a life extension in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

fromNextgov.com
1 week ago
US politics

Fraud-fighting oversight committee gets a life extension in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

AG: Exercise caution when donating to Texas flooding relief charities

State Attorney General Letitia James recommends that New Yorkers verify the legitimacy of charitable organizations before donating to relief efforts for Texas flood victims to avoid scam charities.
Fundraising
#ai-technology
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Marketing tech

AI tool of the week: Ghent's food tech unicorn Deliverect unveils AI tool to stop fraudulent refunds - Silicon Canals

fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Marketing tech

AI tool of the week: Ghent's food tech unicorn Deliverect unveils AI tool to stop fraudulent refunds - Silicon Canals

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Explainer: Why you're seeing 'likely scam' on real texts from real companies - and what if vulnerable people are affected?

The new anti-scam text system initiated by ComReg aims to reduce fraudulent text messages, but is currently mislabeling legitimate texts as 'likely scam'.
Mobile UX
fromqueenspost.com
2 weeks ago

Council Members Won, Hanif pass bills to protect immigrants from fake lawyers

The New York City Council has passed legislation to combat immigration legal services fraud, known as notarial fraud, which preys on immigrant communities.
NYC politics
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Lock down your AT&T account to prevent SIM swapping attacks - here's how

AT&T SIM swapping is a popular type of fraud in which someone transfers your mobile number to a SIM in their own device, allowing access to sensitive information.
Mobile UX
#government-policy
#social-media
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Collins: Why is title insurance important? - San Jose Spotlight

Title insurance protects homebuyers and lenders from financial loss due to defects in a property's title, covering past issues that could threaten ownership.
LA real estate
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
3 weeks ago

Google SMS Review Scams & Blackmail Threats

Scammers are now texting businesses about how they're posting negative reviews on their business.
Privacy professionals
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Why Smart People Fall for Fraudulent Schemes

Every year, thousands of intelligent and otherwise capable people fall victim to some form of exploitation or fraud. The fallout is devastating, both financially and psychologically.
Fundraising
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

District Attorney holds SNAP benefits fraud prevention workshop

As theft of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds has grown in Brooklyn, District Attorney Gonzalez and other presenters will provide attendees with information on EBT Card fraud, current scams and ways to protect one's personal account.
NYC politics
#financial-aid
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Online learning

Calif. colleges' 'ghost students' may make getting financial aid more difficult

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Online learning

Calif. colleges' 'ghost students' may make getting financial aid more difficult

fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

'Zero tolerance for fraud': Miami tightens driver's license procedures

Using false documents to obtain a driver's license or state ID is a crime. In Florida, driving privileges are only granted to those who meet all legal requirements, including proof of legal presence and verified residency.
Miami food
DC food
fromMail Online
1 month ago

FBI issues warning to all 1.8b iPhone users over dangerous scam

A texting scam falsely claims overdue traffic tickets to steal personal data, growing over 700% recently.
#cryptocurrency
fromDATAVERSITY
1 month ago

Real-Time Financial Data: Transforming Decision-Making in the Banking Sector - DATAVERSITY

Real-time financial data is essential for effective cash management and decision-making in modern banking.
Business intelligence
#identity-verification
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

NYC DOT Warns Drivers About Fake QR Code Scam on Parking Meters | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez made it crystal clear: "This is a scam to collect your payment information. We are working with law enforcement to hold those responsible accountable."
NYC parents
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

UAE Tech Firm Launches Country's First Ad Exchange Platform To Combat Ad Fraud | Entrepreneur

VeraViews aims to cut out intermediaries and minimize invalid traffic to enhance UAE's profile as a leading ad destination.
Marketing tech
fromcointelegraph.com
1 month ago

How to use Chainabuse and Scamwatch to report a Bitcoin scammer

Chainabuse provides a transparent platform for sharing information on crypto scams, encouraging individuals to report fraudulent activities to prevent others from being victimized.
Cryptocurrency
#consumer-protection
Gadgets
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Did you lose your wallet? AT&T wants to help you recover your ID cards and other important financial items

Fraud reports increased 25% from 2023 to 2024 costing consumers over $12.5 billion, prompting AT&T to enhance its ActiveArmor app.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
Gadgets

My Credit Card Was Used For Fraudulent Charges, But Then The Items Were Actually Delivered to Me. What Happens Next?

Gadgets
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Did you lose your wallet? AT&T wants to help you recover your ID cards and other important financial items

Fraud reports increased 25% from 2023 to 2024 costing consumers over $12.5 billion, prompting AT&T to enhance its ActiveArmor app.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago
Gadgets

My Credit Card Was Used For Fraudulent Charges, But Then The Items Were Actually Delivered to Me. What Happens Next?

fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Vehicle Cameras For Fleets: Your Secret Weapon for Safety & Savings

Camera systems capture clear footage, day or night, showing how drivers behave on the road. Spot risky moves like harsh braking or speeding, then use the videos to train drivers to be safer.
Cars
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London borough issues warning over homeowners attempting to dodge double council tax payments

Westminster Council is cracking down on homeowners falsely claiming properties as occupied to avoid increased council tax rates.
#app-store
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago
Apple

Ahead of WWDC, Apple says App Store blocked $2B in fraud transactions last year, $9B in past 5 years | TechCrunch

Apple
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

Apple Blocks $9 Billion in Fraud Over 5 Years Amid Rising App Store Threats

Apple has prevented over $9 billion in fraudulent transactions in five years, including $2 billion in 2024.
The App Store faced numerous fraud threats, prompting rigorous security measures.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Ahead of WWDC, Apple says App Store blocked $2B in fraud transactions last year, $9B in past 5 years | TechCrunch

Apple has stopped over $9 billion in fraud on the App Store, protecting developers and consumers in the process.
Apple
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Apple: App Store stopped $2 billion in fraud, blocked 2 million risky apps in 2024

Apple claims it has prevented over $9 billion in fraudulent transactions through its App Store in the last five years.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Nintendo partners with third-party websites to stop Switch 2 scalpers

Nintendo has announced a partnership with Japanese retail sites to combat fraudulent listings for the new Switch 2 by proactively removing scams and sharing information.
Video games
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Secret Service Targets Card Skimmers at Bushwick Stores

The Secret Service, with the NYPD and USDA, is combating EBT fraud targeting vulnerable populations through Operation Flagship.
NYC politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

How to buy TikTok views and avoid scammers: A detailed guide - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

There's a myriad of scammers in the TikTok views niche, including those selling bot views, committing payment fraud, and posing threats to personal data.
Social media marketing
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Authorities launch NYC crackdown on credit-card-skim rings: 'People are coming for you'

Authorities are intensifying efforts against organized crime that steals billions through ATM skimming, particularly impacting low-income individuals in New York City.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | Contractors for Dem fundraising platform ActBlue summoned to Congress amid fraud probe

Congress is investigating ActBlue amid concerns about potential fraudulent donations.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Bank of Ireland issues scam warning over 'new wave' of texts sharing fake phoneline number

"We want to warn people as we are seeing a particular spike in these phone scams at the moment. We have seen more than 20 fake phonelines so far in April, that's a significant increase on other months," Bank of Ireland head of fraud Nicola Sadlier, said.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Acting HUD watchdog's memo targets fraud, tech and safety issues

Resolving 31 open and new recommendations is crucial for HUD to mitigate fraud, enhance conditions for residents, and improve technology modernization strategies.
Privacy professionals
fromTucsonSentinel.com
2 months ago

As commencement approaches, AG Mayes warns Arizonans of employment scams

Scammers are exploiting the search for employment during economic uncertainty, resulting in a threefold increase in fraudulent job scam reports since 2020, according to the FTC.
Online marketing
fromSearch Engine Roundtable
2 months ago

Microsoft Advertising Temporarily Suspends Client Connection Requests

These requests have been forwarded to our Engineering team, who will handle the linking on your behalf. At this time, due to a recently implemented security measure, agencies are temporarily unable to send new client connection requests directly... the policy is currently applied universally.
Marketing tech
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