Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, utilizing personal data and technology to execute highly convincing fraud schemes.
Criminals open DocuSign's Envelope API to make BEC spread
Business email compromise scams are now utilizing DocuSign's API, increasing their effectiveness by mimicking legitimate e-sign requests.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Citizens Via SMS
Scammers exploit vulnerable UK citizens by sending fake messages about winter heating bill assistance, targeting low-income seniors to steal personal information.
How one phone unlocked secret Irish network of young, aspiring graduates acting as money mules for global Black Axe crime gang
Allowing accounts to be misused by scammers poses significant risks; law enforcement actively pursues such cases.
FBI Issues Warning Over Generative AI-Fueled Fraud
AI voice cloning is increasingly used by scammers to impersonate loved ones in order to extort money, leading to FBI warnings.
Meta says it's taken down 2 million accounts linked to 'pig butchering' scams
Meta has taken down over 2 million accounts linked to pig butchering scams this year, showcasing significant progress in combating such fraud.
Get ready for these scams in 2025
Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, utilizing personal data and technology to execute highly convincing fraud schemes.
Criminals open DocuSign's Envelope API to make BEC spread
Business email compromise scams are now utilizing DocuSign's API, increasing their effectiveness by mimicking legitimate e-sign requests.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Citizens Via SMS
Scammers exploit vulnerable UK citizens by sending fake messages about winter heating bill assistance, targeting low-income seniors to steal personal information.
How one phone unlocked secret Irish network of young, aspiring graduates acting as money mules for global Black Axe crime gang
Allowing accounts to be misused by scammers poses significant risks; law enforcement actively pursues such cases.
FBI Issues Warning Over Generative AI-Fueled Fraud
AI voice cloning is increasingly used by scammers to impersonate loved ones in order to extort money, leading to FBI warnings.
Meta says it's taken down 2 million accounts linked to 'pig butchering' scams
Meta has taken down over 2 million accounts linked to pig butchering scams this year, showcasing significant progress in combating such fraud.
Stricter return policies have emerged as retailers combat high return rates and fraud, complicating the return process for consumers.
Major retailers tighten return policies ahead of holiday season
Retailers, including REI, Target, and Amazon, are revising return policies to combat rising return fraud, particularly during the holiday shopping season.
Why Online Returns Are a Hassle Now
Stricter return policies have emerged as retailers combat high return rates and fraud, complicating the return process for consumers.
Major retailers tighten return policies ahead of holiday season
Retailers, including REI, Target, and Amazon, are revising return policies to combat rising return fraud, particularly during the holiday shopping season.
The U.S. Department of Justice shut down Rydox, a major marketplace for illicit personal information and cybercrime tools, and arrested its administrators.
FBI: Rise in crooks stealing data using government emails
Cybercriminals increasingly exploit emergency data requests, raising concerns among the FBI and impacting business security measures.
The U.S. Department of Justice shut down Rydox, a major marketplace for illicit personal information and cybercrime tools, and arrested its administrators.
Treasury Department Leverages AI to Save Billions in Taxpayer Money
AI has significantly contributed to preventing and recovering over $4 billion from fraud for the U.S. Treasury Department over the past year.
AI helping US Treasury bust fraudsters, saving billions
AI technology has significantly enhanced the US Treasury's ability to prevent fraud, saving $4bn in improper payments during the 2024 fiscal year.
AI fraud prevention solution launched | App Developer Magazine
AppsFlyer launched an AI enhancement for Protect360, improving fraud detection and offering marketers greater accuracy and real-time fraud mitigation capabilities.
AI tools helped Treasury recover billions in fraud and improper payments
AI tools in the Treasury Department have greatly enhanced fraud detection and prevention, yielding over $4 billion saved in improper payments in fiscal 2024.
Treasury Department Leverages AI to Save Billions in Taxpayer Money
AI has significantly contributed to preventing and recovering over $4 billion from fraud for the U.S. Treasury Department over the past year.
AI helping US Treasury bust fraudsters, saving billions
AI technology has significantly enhanced the US Treasury's ability to prevent fraud, saving $4bn in improper payments during the 2024 fiscal year.
AI fraud prevention solution launched | App Developer Magazine
AppsFlyer launched an AI enhancement for Protect360, improving fraud detection and offering marketers greater accuracy and real-time fraud mitigation capabilities.
AI tools helped Treasury recover billions in fraud and improper payments
AI tools in the Treasury Department have greatly enhanced fraud detection and prevention, yielding over $4 billion saved in improper payments in fiscal 2024.
FTC changes its telemarketing rules to cover growing 'tech support scam' calls
FTC has strengthened rules to combat tech support scams, now allowing actions against them if consumers call first.
Google sues to stop the US from monitoring it like a bank
The CFPB has placed Google Payment Corp. under federal supervision due to consumer risk concerns.
Google disputes the CFPB's findings and has filed a lawsuit to challenge the order.
FTC expands rules to hold tech support scammers accountable
FTC is now targeting inbound tech support scam calls to protect consumers, especially seniors.
FCC Sends Cease-and-Desist to Curb Banking Robocall Scams
The FCC is actively tackling scam calls through coordinated enforcement actions, particularly against providers facilitating fraudulent communications.
FTC changes its telemarketing rules to cover growing 'tech support scam' calls
FTC has strengthened rules to combat tech support scams, now allowing actions against them if consumers call first.
Google sues to stop the US from monitoring it like a bank
The CFPB has placed Google Payment Corp. under federal supervision due to consumer risk concerns.
Google disputes the CFPB's findings and has filed a lawsuit to challenge the order.
FTC expands rules to hold tech support scammers accountable
FTC is now targeting inbound tech support scam calls to protect consumers, especially seniors.
FCC Sends Cease-and-Desist to Curb Banking Robocall Scams
The FCC is actively tackling scam calls through coordinated enforcement actions, particularly against providers facilitating fraudulent communications.
Anti-fraud efforts meet real-world test during ACA enrollment period
Unauthorized switching of Affordable Care Act plans has decreased due to federal intervention, but new rules may complicate the enrollment process.
How Viable Are BitVM Based Pegs?
BitVM's sustainability depends on effective liquidity management and user trust in operators.
Ontario to introduce legislation protecting newcomers from fraud and exploitation | CBC News
Ontario is introducing legislation to safeguard newcomers from fraud and exploitation during their immigration process.
Ontario Taylor Swift fans 'crushed' after losing thousands of dollars in alleged Eras Tour ticket scam | CBC News
Dozens of fans in Toronto fell victim to a ticket scam involving fake Taylor Swift concert tickets, totaling over $70,000 in losses.
Get your house in order, says SFO as fraud countdown begins
Large businesses must implement fraud prevention measures within nine months to avoid criminal liability under new guidelines.
How Data Science Helps Fight Synthetic Identity Fraud
Synthetic identity fraud is becoming increasingly common due to technological advancements that make it easier for fraudsters to create fake identities.
Google ad change could affect millions of small businesses
Google Local Services ads now require businesses to have a verified Google Business Profile, affecting small businesses' advertising capabilities.
The verification process may take up to seven business days, posing challenges for small businesses.
Liverpool reveal 75 lifetime bans imposed in ticket touting crackdown
Liverpool significantly intensified their efforts against ticket touting, deactivating many accounts and issuing bans to protect fans.
Authologic raised $8.2M to enhance global digital identity verification and streamline KYC and AML processes, combatting fraud with innovative e-ID solutions.
Scammers reverse, crash into car in apparent insurance scam | VIDEO
A woman in Queens warns others after capturing a car insurance scam attempt on her dash cam.
How to Stay Safe While Playing at Online Casinos
Understanding risk assessment helps protect players from illegal online casinos.
Choosing licensed and regulated casinos is crucial for safe gambling.