Fed up with mail thefts, woman ships Apple AirTag to herself as bait, catches suspects
A woman used an Apple Airtag to track stolen mail, leading to the arrest of two suspects involved in theft.
R.I. human services supervisor charged with stealing SNAP benefits for personal use
A supervisor at the Rhode Island Department of Human Services is charged with stealing SNAP benefits for personal use, involving her daughter in the scheme.
Three Indiana residents charged in nationwide sim-swapping conspiracy
Three Indiana residents charged with conspiracy in a SIM-swapping operation targeting victims to steal money and data.
The operation included creating fake IDs and identity theft.
Defendants used cryptocurrency to conceal their ill-gotten gains.
Hacker dad who faked death to avoid child support sentenced to prison
A Kentucky man hacked state registries to fake his death and avoid child support, resulting in a nearly seven-year prison sentence.
Indiana Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing $38M in Crypto Via 'Cyber Intrusion'
A man pleaded guilty to stealing $38 million in cryptocurrency from a financial services company in a cyber intrusion scheme.
Feds arrest suspect they say sold Encino home out from under man who later killed himself
A drug dealer was arrested for selling a house under false pretenses, leading to the owner's suicide due to ongoing distress over the situation.
Fed up with mail thefts, woman ships Apple AirTag to herself as bait, catches suspects
A woman used an Apple Airtag to track stolen mail, leading to the arrest of two suspects involved in theft.
R.I. human services supervisor charged with stealing SNAP benefits for personal use
A supervisor at the Rhode Island Department of Human Services is charged with stealing SNAP benefits for personal use, involving her daughter in the scheme.
Three Indiana residents charged in nationwide sim-swapping conspiracy
Three Indiana residents charged with conspiracy in a SIM-swapping operation targeting victims to steal money and data.
The operation included creating fake IDs and identity theft.
Defendants used cryptocurrency to conceal their ill-gotten gains.
Hacker dad who faked death to avoid child support sentenced to prison
A Kentucky man hacked state registries to fake his death and avoid child support, resulting in a nearly seven-year prison sentence.
Indiana Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing $38M in Crypto Via 'Cyber Intrusion'
A man pleaded guilty to stealing $38 million in cryptocurrency from a financial services company in a cyber intrusion scheme.
Feds arrest suspect they say sold Encino home out from under man who later killed himself
A drug dealer was arrested for selling a house under false pretenses, leading to the owner's suicide due to ongoing distress over the situation.
Toxic fan culture's impact is profound, as exemplified by Tegan and Sara's experience with a 15-year catfishing scheme that shattered their lives.
'Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara' investigates the dark side of fame and fandom
Hulu's 'Fanatical' explores the complex catfishing scheme that affected Tegan and Sara, highlighting themes of stolen identity and the impact on their community.
The Best True Crime to Stream: The Fame Monster
Toxic fan culture's impact is profound, as exemplified by Tegan and Sara's experience with a 15-year catfishing scheme that shattered their lives.
'Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara' investigates the dark side of fame and fandom
Hulu's 'Fanatical' explores the complex catfishing scheme that affected Tegan and Sara, highlighting themes of stolen identity and the impact on their community.
Massive credit card breach hits 1.7 MILLION people
Massive data breach affecting 1.7 million credit card holders prompts urgent protective measures.
Slim CD discovered the breach in June 2024, affecting consumer data for nearly an entire year.
Phishing scams may follow the data breach, emphasizing consumers' need for vigilance.
Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to find out
Massive data breach from National Public Data poses high risk of identity theft for millions due to leaked personal information.
800,000 users exposed in Landmark Admin data breach
A major cyberattack on Landmark Admin exposed sensitive data of 800,000 individuals, raising concerns about identity theft and cybersecurity practices.
Data Breach Impacts 800,000 Insurance Customers
Over 800,000 individuals' personal information was compromised in a cyberattack on Landmark Admin.
304k digiDirect customers' sensitive data allegedly leaked
digiDirect faces a significant data breach affecting over 304,000 customers, raising concerns over identity theft and security.
Customers are advised to monitor accounts following the leak of their personal information.
Fidelity Investments data breach impacts more than 77,000 customers
Fidelity Investments experienced a data breach impacting over 77,000 customers due to security misconfigurations allowing unauthorized access to accounts.
Massive credit card breach hits 1.7 MILLION people
Massive data breach affecting 1.7 million credit card holders prompts urgent protective measures.
Slim CD discovered the breach in June 2024, affecting consumer data for nearly an entire year.
Phishing scams may follow the data breach, emphasizing consumers' need for vigilance.
Was your Social Security number leaked to the dark web? Here's how to find out
Massive data breach from National Public Data poses high risk of identity theft for millions due to leaked personal information.
800,000 users exposed in Landmark Admin data breach
A major cyberattack on Landmark Admin exposed sensitive data of 800,000 individuals, raising concerns about identity theft and cybersecurity practices.
Data Breach Impacts 800,000 Insurance Customers
Over 800,000 individuals' personal information was compromised in a cyberattack on Landmark Admin.
304k digiDirect customers' sensitive data allegedly leaked
digiDirect faces a significant data breach affecting over 304,000 customers, raising concerns over identity theft and security.
Customers are advised to monitor accounts following the leak of their personal information.
Fidelity Investments data breach impacts more than 77,000 customers
Fidelity Investments experienced a data breach impacting over 77,000 customers due to security misconfigurations allowing unauthorized access to accounts.
A Stolen Identity Led to a $1.5 Billion Company - Here's How | Entrepreneur
Hari Ravichandran's Aura provides comprehensive online safety tools for families, addressing identity theft, parental controls, and digital behavior monitoring.
Data breach of Fidelity leaks 77,000 customers' personal data
Another significant data breach occurred at Fidelity Investments, impacting thousands of customers' personal data.
California-based Elderly Care Company Warns of Data Breach
Covenant Care California experienced a data breach affecting patients' personally identifiable information, prompting a delayed notification process for those impacted.
Hot Topic Breach Confirmed, Millions of Credit Cards, Email Addresses Exposed
The Hot Topic data breach reveals significant vulnerabilities, exposing personal information of millions and inadequately protected credit card details.
Here's One Easy Thing You Can Do Now To Protect Your Credit From Data Breaches
Credit freezes are a simple and effective way to protect against identity theft after a data breach.
Contacting the three major credit bureaus can prevent identity thieves from opening new accounts.
Data breach of Fidelity leaks 77,000 customers' personal data
Another significant data breach occurred at Fidelity Investments, impacting thousands of customers' personal data.
California-based Elderly Care Company Warns of Data Breach
Covenant Care California experienced a data breach affecting patients' personally identifiable information, prompting a delayed notification process for those impacted.
Hot Topic Breach Confirmed, Millions of Credit Cards, Email Addresses Exposed
The Hot Topic data breach reveals significant vulnerabilities, exposing personal information of millions and inadequately protected credit card details.
Here's One Easy Thing You Can Do Now To Protect Your Credit From Data Breaches
Credit freezes are a simple and effective way to protect against identity theft after a data breach.
Contacting the three major credit bureaus can prevent identity thieves from opening new accounts.
A data security incident may have compromised personal information, requiring immediate action from affected individuals.
Tech expert reveals steps you must take before switching to iPhone 16
Prioritize data security when transitioning to a new smartphone.
Scam warning over little-known phone number rule
Recycled mobile numbers can pose significant risks to privacy and security due to users not updating their information with relevant organizations.
ExpressVPN rolls out three new ID theft tools to help you before, during, and after an incident
ExpressVPN has introduced new identity theft protection tools for users without extra costs, including ID Alerts, ID Theft Insurance, and Data Removal.
Security Incident
A data security incident may have compromised personal information, requiring immediate action from affected individuals.
Tech expert reveals steps you must take before switching to iPhone 16
Prioritize data security when transitioning to a new smartphone.
Scam warning over little-known phone number rule
Recycled mobile numbers can pose significant risks to privacy and security due to users not updating their information with relevant organizations.
ExpressVPN rolls out three new ID theft tools to help you before, during, and after an incident
ExpressVPN has introduced new identity theft protection tools for users without extra costs, including ID Alerts, ID Theft Insurance, and Data Removal.
Home sales are tepid, but mortgage fraud is becoming more common
The CoreLogic Mortgage Application Fraud Risk Index increased by 8.3% over the year, highlighting growing concerns regarding mortgage application fraud.
Lauren Boebert's Son Gets Sweetheart Community Service Deal After Guilty Plea for Identity Theft, Car Burglaries
Tyler Boebert received a lenient plea deal for identity theft, avoiding prison time despite multiple felony charges.
North Bay man stole nearly $20,000 from Pleasant Hill resident during trip to Florida
A Ukiah man has pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $20,000 through an elaborate identity theft and money laundering scheme.
Pleasanton cocaine dealer gets 7 years in federal prison
A man was sentenced to seven years in prison for cocaine possession and identity theft after previously being released due to pandemic-related policies.
North Bay man stole nearly $20,000 from Pleasant Hill resident during trip to Florida
A Ukiah man has pleaded guilty to stealing nearly $20,000 through an elaborate identity theft and money laundering scheme.
Pleasanton cocaine dealer gets 7 years in federal prison
A man was sentenced to seven years in prison for cocaine possession and identity theft after previously being released due to pandemic-related policies.
Teachers warn millions of kids can't sign their name anymore
The decline of traditional signatures poses risks to identity security and individuality among young adults.
How to avoid job scams
Employment scams are increasing due to technology and remote work, putting job seekers at risk.
Scammers exploit job seekers with fake listings and persistent requests for personal information.
6 Tips to Stay on Top of Fraudster's Latest Tricks
Identity theft is increasingly concerning, with over 1,300 data breaches reported in 2024.
Finally, there's a smartphone built to detect deepfakes
Honor unveiled innovative products at IFA, including a leading AI tool for deepfake detection that enhances user safety against misinformation and identity theft.
Taylor Swift's battle with AI impersonation highlights a serious issue of identity theft and the misuse of digital likenesses in today's technology-centered society.
This TikTok-viral musician 'ruins' songs with AI. But is it parody or infringement?
AI technology is raising significant questions about creativity and identity in the music industry, evidenced by unexpected settings like congressional hearings.
Taylor Swift and the Power of the AI Backlash
Taylor Swift's battle with AI impersonation highlights a serious issue of identity theft and the misuse of digital likenesses in today's technology-centered society.
This TikTok-viral musician 'ruins' songs with AI. But is it parody or infringement?
AI technology is raising significant questions about creativity and identity in the music industry, evidenced by unexpected settings like congressional hearings.
LI families shocked by letters claiming dead relatives registered to vote in upcoming election
Politicians are urging an investigation into letters sent to families of deceased individuals, confusing recipients about their loved ones' voting statuses.
An East Bay couple was charged with assisting robbers targeting Asian-Americans. Feds used their jailhouse wedding plans to keep the man behind bars
Freddie Lee Davis III and Sene Malepeai pleaded guilty to charges related to targeting Asian-Americans in robberies.
Migrant accused in brawl with NYPD cops arrested again - then set free without bail
A migrant linked to violence against police was released without bail after stealing a woman's phone and credit card, raising concerns about repeat offenders.