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fromBusiness Insider
11 hours ago
Film

What happened to Maria Angeles Molina, the killer in Netflix's 'Angi: Fake Life, True Crime'

The documentary details the chilling true crime story of María Ángeles Molina, who assumed her coworker's identity before committing murder.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
21 hours ago
Wearables

How To Turn Your Existing Wallet Into An RFID-Blocking Wallet (For Free) - Yanko Design

RFID technology is widely used for convenience but poses security risks due to its susceptibility to unauthorized access.
Smart wallets and protective solutions are emerging to mitigate RFID skimming threats.
#digital-safety
fromtime.com
3 days ago
Privacy professionals

How to Teach Kids the Importance of Digital Privacy

Parents must educate children about modern privacy threats, which include AI deepfakes and digital identity theft, to protect their future.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Marketing tech

I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work

Playing along with scammers reveals their common tactics, highlighting the importance of digital vigilance.
fromtime.com
3 days ago
Privacy professionals

How to Teach Kids the Importance of Digital Privacy

Parents must educate children about modern privacy threats, which include AI deepfakes and digital identity theft, to protect their future.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Marketing tech

I clicked on four sneaky online scams on purpose - to show you how they work

Playing along with scammers reveals their common tactics, highlighting the importance of digital vigilance.
more#digital-safety
#crime
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Woman Reveals How Property Was Stolen in Identity Theft Real Estate Scam With Ties to International Crime Ring

A Louisiana woman is fighting to reclaim her family's property from fraudsters who sold it using her identity.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Mission District

San Mateo Police Seize U-Haul Van Full Of Stolen Mail From Across The Bay Area

Two suspects arrested with stolen mail from 100+ residents, including IDs and social security cards, following a mailbox break-in.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
SF parents

Suspect arrested in pattern of burglaries' across Bay Area

A Fairfield man was arrested for multiple regional burglaries, including those at Lafayette schools, leading to charges of credit card fraud and identity theft.
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago
US news

2 suspects are arrested over the theft of Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse

A suspect has been arrested for stealing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse while she dined at a restaurant.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Unsatisfactory car repair leads to assault in Saratoga

Identity theft is a growing issue in Saratoga, with residents reporting significant fraudulent charges.
The community faces challenges like shoplifting and residential burglaries, impacting local safety and security.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Woman Reveals How Property Was Stolen in Identity Theft Real Estate Scam With Ties to International Crime Ring

A Louisiana woman is fighting to reclaim her family's property from fraudsters who sold it using her identity.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Mission District

San Mateo Police Seize U-Haul Van Full Of Stolen Mail From Across The Bay Area

Two suspects arrested with stolen mail from 100+ residents, including IDs and social security cards, following a mailbox break-in.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
SF parents

Suspect arrested in pattern of burglaries' across Bay Area

A Fairfield man was arrested for multiple regional burglaries, including those at Lafayette schools, leading to charges of credit card fraud and identity theft.
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago
US news

2 suspects are arrested over the theft of Homeland Security Secretary Noem's purse

A suspect has been arrested for stealing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse while she dined at a restaurant.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Unsatisfactory car repair leads to assault in Saratoga

Identity theft is a growing issue in Saratoga, with residents reporting significant fraudulent charges.
The community faces challenges like shoplifting and residential burglaries, impacting local safety and security.
more#crime
#george-santos
fromsilive
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Notorious NYC politician should be in prison for several years, prosecutors say

George Santos may face over seven years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft, and stealing campaign funds.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 days ago
Brooklyn

Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months for wire fraud and identity theft, highlighting accountability in public corruption.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Former Rep. George Santos gets 7-plus year prison sentence

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft after misleading donors during his Congressional campaign.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Ex-U.S. Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos, former U.S. Rep, sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding donors and identity theft.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

Ex-GOP Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos sentenced to over seven years for fraud and identity theft, expressing sorrow but lacking true remorse.
NYC politics
fromsilive
4 weeks ago

Notorious NYC politician should be in prison for several years, prosecutors say

George Santos may face over seven years in prison for wire fraud, identity theft, and stealing campaign funds.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 days ago

Ex-congressman George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months for wire fraud and identity theft, highlighting accountability in public corruption.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

Former Rep. George Santos gets 7-plus year prison sentence

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft after misleading donors during his Congressional campaign.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Ex-U.S. Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos, former U.S. Rep, sentenced to over seven years in prison for defrauding donors and identity theft.
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Ex-GOP Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

George Santos sentenced to over seven years for fraud and identity theft, expressing sorrow but lacking true remorse.
more#george-santos
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
California

State charges trio in ID theft scheme that targeted Bay Area counties

California filed felony charges against three men in a multi-county identity theft scheme involving over $100,000 in fraudulent merchandise.
The coordinated scheme illustrated a serious organized retail crime effort impacting various communities.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago
Gadgets

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

Fraudulent purchases on a Redditor's credit card led to complex identity theft issues when iPhones were delivered to their home.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What to do if your phone is lost or stolen: practical steps to restore peace of mind

Losing a smartphone involves more than financial loss; it threatens personal security and data integrity.
Immediate steps can minimize risks related to data theft and help locate your device.
#data-breach
Information security
fromEngadget
2 months ago

US employee screening firm DISA hit with data breach affecting over 3.3 million people

DISA Global Solutions' data breach exposes the personal information of 3.3 million individuals, raising concerns about data security and hacker access.
Information security
fromITPro
2 months ago

3.3 million people were exposed in the DISA data breach - it took the firm 10 months to disclose the incident

DISA Global Solutions experienced a significant data breach, exposing sensitive records of about 3.3 million individuals, highlighting security vulnerabilities in background check firms.
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Medical records of 1m Americans stolen by 'skilled criminal hacker'

A data breach has compromised personal medical information of over one million patients, raising concerns about identity theft.
Information security
fromEngadget
2 months ago

US employee screening firm DISA hit with data breach affecting over 3.3 million people

DISA Global Solutions' data breach exposes the personal information of 3.3 million individuals, raising concerns about data security and hacker access.
Information security
fromITPro
2 months ago

3.3 million people were exposed in the DISA data breach - it took the firm 10 months to disclose the incident

DISA Global Solutions experienced a significant data breach, exposing sensitive records of about 3.3 million individuals, highlighting security vulnerabilities in background check firms.
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Medical records of 1m Americans stolen by 'skilled criminal hacker'

A data breach has compromised personal medical information of over one million patients, raising concerns about identity theft.
more#data-breach
#fraud
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Fugitive in 1982 Bombing Lived as Dead Classmate in New Mexico, U.S. Says

Stephen Craig Campbell lived under a stolen identity for decades, evading law enforcement and collecting benefits.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
1 month ago

Fake file converter tools are on the rise - here's what you need to know

Beware of fake file converters downloading malware that can lead to identity theft or ransom demands.
UK news
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
2 months ago

Enfield woman used array of wigs' to take UK citizenship tests for 13 people

Josephine Maurice fraudulently impersonated applicants for the Life in the UK Test using disguises to illegally secure immigration status.
fromTheregister
2 months ago
Information security

Arizona woman pleads guilty in $17M North Korean IT scam

An Arizona woman created a 'laptop farm' to facilitate fraud, generating over $17 million for herself and North Korea.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
San Francisco

Oakland woman sentenced to federal prison for filing false insurance claims

Kari Marie Russo sentenced to 33 months for filing false insurance claims using stolen identities.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston

Leominster woman allegedly steals $28,000 from patients while posing as health care professional

A Leominster woman was indicted for stealing thousands from elderly patients by impersonating a health care professional.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Fugitive in 1982 Bombing Lived as Dead Classmate in New Mexico, U.S. Says

Stephen Craig Campbell lived under a stolen identity for decades, evading law enforcement and collecting benefits.
Privacy professionals
fromITPro
1 month ago

Fake file converter tools are on the rise - here's what you need to know

Beware of fake file converters downloading malware that can lead to identity theft or ransom demands.
UK news
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
2 months ago

Enfield woman used array of wigs' to take UK citizenship tests for 13 people

Josephine Maurice fraudulently impersonated applicants for the Life in the UK Test using disguises to illegally secure immigration status.
fromTheregister
2 months ago
Information security

Arizona woman pleads guilty in $17M North Korean IT scam

An Arizona woman created a 'laptop farm' to facilitate fraud, generating over $17 million for herself and North Korea.
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago
San Francisco

Oakland woman sentenced to federal prison for filing false insurance claims

Kari Marie Russo sentenced to 33 months for filing false insurance claims using stolen identities.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston

Leominster woman allegedly steals $28,000 from patients while posing as health care professional

A Leominster woman was indicted for stealing thousands from elderly patients by impersonating a health care professional.
more#fraud
#cybercrime
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago
NYC startup

SIM-swapper must repay $13.2M to 59 victims

Noah Michael Urban pleaded guilty to various cybercrime charges and faces significant prison time and financial restitution.
fromDatabreaches
4 weeks ago
US news

Florida man known as "King Bob" pleads guilty to charges related to cryptocurrency theft

Noah Urban, a 20-year-old, pleaded guilty to cyber crimes involving wire fraud and identity theft, including a case of massive cryptocurrency theft.
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago
NYC startup

SIM-swapper must repay $13.2M to 59 victims

Noah Michael Urban pleaded guilty to various cybercrime charges and faces significant prison time and financial restitution.
fromDatabreaches
4 weeks ago
US news

Florida man known as "King Bob" pleads guilty to charges related to cryptocurrency theft

Noah Urban, a 20-year-old, pleaded guilty to cyber crimes involving wire fraud and identity theft, including a case of massive cryptocurrency theft.
more#cybercrime
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago
Retirement

Jill on Money: Financial spring cleaning 2025

Organizing financial records and shredding unnecessary documents is essential for financial management and protection against identity theft.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF parents

Woman uses stolen identities in $330,000 unemployment scheme in California, feds say

Kari Marie Russo was sentenced to 33 months for her involvement in a massive identity theft and fraud scheme.
#data-security
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago
EU data protection

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Former University of Michigan Co-Offensive Coordinator Matthew Weiss arrested for extensive hacking and identity theft involving over 150,000 athletes' data.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Buyers With Credit Freezes Need To Take These Steps Before They Apply for a Mortgage

Data security breaches are increasing, making personal information more vulnerable, necessitating proactive measures like credit freezes.
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago
EU data protection

Former University of Michigan Football Quarterbacks Coach and Co-Offensive Coordinator Indicted on Charges of Unauthorized Access to Computers and Aggravated Identity Theft

Former University of Michigan Co-Offensive Coordinator Matthew Weiss arrested for extensive hacking and identity theft involving over 150,000 athletes' data.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Buyers With Credit Freezes Need To Take These Steps Before They Apply for a Mortgage

Data security breaches are increasing, making personal information more vulnerable, necessitating proactive measures like credit freezes.
more#data-security
#catfishing
fromwww.spokeo.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

From catfishing to catphishing: The evolution of a romance scam

Catfishing involves creating a deceptive online persona, often leading to emotional and financial harm.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

The day I found out my partner of 10 years had a secret life catfishing women

Identity theft for romantic deceit can happen even to seemingly ordinary individuals.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily Special: John Meagher reveals how he caught the catfish posing as him

John Meagher discovered a catfish using his image on a dating app, leading to an unexpected investigation into the impersonator's identity.
fromwww.spokeo.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

From catfishing to catphishing: The evolution of a romance scam

Catfishing involves creating a deceptive online persona, often leading to emotional and financial harm.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

The day I found out my partner of 10 years had a secret life catfishing women

Identity theft for romantic deceit can happen even to seemingly ordinary individuals.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Indo Daily Special: John Meagher reveals how he caught the catfish posing as him

John Meagher discovered a catfish using his image on a dating app, leading to an unexpected investigation into the impersonator's identity.
more#catfishing
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Got a suspicious E-ZPass text? It's a trap - how to spot the scam

Scammers are targeting individuals through smishing texts under the pretense of unpaid tolls, aiming to steal personal information.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Warning to all 3 billion Chrome users over URL scam invading devices

The FBI warns Chrome users about fake URLs stealing personal information through malicious file converters.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How I caught my catfish: 'It's a surreal conversation. At one point he bursts into tears'

Identity theft on dating apps is a growing concern, impacting individuals and their online presence.
fromDatabreaches
3 months ago
Privacy technologies

Orlando Man Pleads Guilty To Conducting Series Of Cyber Intrusions Against Former Employer

Michael Scheuer pleaded guilty to hacking and aggravated identity theft, with a possible 10-year sentence for computer fraud and 2 years for identity theft.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Got a suspicious E-ZPass text? It's a trap - how to spot the scam

Scammers are targeting individuals through smishing texts under the pretense of unpaid tolls, aiming to steal personal information.
fromMail Online
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Warning to all 3 billion Chrome users over URL scam invading devices

The FBI warns Chrome users about fake URLs stealing personal information through malicious file converters.
fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How I caught my catfish: 'It's a surreal conversation. At one point he bursts into tears'

Identity theft on dating apps is a growing concern, impacting individuals and their online presence.
fromDatabreaches
3 months ago
Privacy technologies

Orlando Man Pleads Guilty To Conducting Series Of Cyber Intrusions Against Former Employer

Michael Scheuer pleaded guilty to hacking and aggravated identity theft, with a possible 10-year sentence for computer fraud and 2 years for identity theft.
more#cybersecurity
#bank-fraud
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Former Boston bank teller pleads guilty to taking over $180,000 from customers

A Saugus bank teller embezzled over $180,000 and committed aggravated identity theft.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area man gets four years for buying a $75,000 Dodge Challenger Hellcat through fraudulent means

Steven Daniel Miller was sentenced to four years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
fromwww.thereporter.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area man gets four years for buying a $75,000 Dodge Challenger Hellcat through fraudulent means

A man was sentenced to four years for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft after using stolen identity for a car loan.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

Former Boston bank teller pleads guilty to taking over $180,000 from customers

A Saugus bank teller embezzled over $180,000 and committed aggravated identity theft.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area man gets four years for buying a $75,000 Dodge Challenger Hellcat through fraudulent means

Steven Daniel Miller was sentenced to four years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
fromwww.thereporter.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area man gets four years for buying a $75,000 Dodge Challenger Hellcat through fraudulent means

A man was sentenced to four years for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft after using stolen identity for a car loan.
more#bank-fraud
fromESPN.com
1 month ago
Washington Redskins

Former UM coach pleads not guilty in cyber case

Matthew Weiss faces serious charges for unauthorized access to NCAA student athletes' accounts, primarily targeting specific females for personal content.
Real estate
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Squatters took over a Phoenix home and sold it for $200K - without the owners knowing: 'Feels so surreal'

The alarming case of D'Andrea Turner illustrates the growing threat of title fraud, where squatters can sell homes without the owner's knowledge.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

East Bay arrest brings warning from police: Protect your tax information

Public awareness of protecting tax information is crucial, especially during tax season.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Revisited: the spy cops scandal (part 2) podcast

The police used the identity of a deceased youth to infiltrate leftwing groups, deeply affecting the victim's family.
California
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

California fugitive accused of using dead classmate's identity for over 40 years

Stephen Craig Campbell was arrested after 40 years of living under a stolen identity and a past involving an attempted murder.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Woman reveals how property was stolen in identity theft real estate scam with ties to international crime ring

DaNita Batiste is fighting to reclaim her ancestral property after it was fraudulently sold by identity thieves.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston

Colombian woman charged with identity theft, stealing $250K in housing benefits

Lina Maria Orovio-Hernandez was charged with identity theft and stealing over $250,000 in housing benefits.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Cars

Wexford businessman summoned to court over 2,000 in unpaid toll charges on a van he doesn't own

John Molloy faces court over a vehicle he never owned due to identity theft.
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