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fromCageside Press
30 minutes ago

BJ Penn Arrested On 'Abuse Family, Household Member' Charges

MMA legend BJ Penn has been arrested in Hawaii on charges of 'abuse of family, or household member' and has a court date set for May 27.
MMA
#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
2 months 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Braintree man pleads guilty after using dead teen's identity for years - including to become a firefighter

Truong Nguyen pleaded guilty to using a deceased teenager's identity for fraud, with sentencing set for June 12.
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.
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
2 months 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month 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.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Braintree man pleads guilty after using dead teen's identity for years - including to become a firefighter

Truong Nguyen pleaded guilty to using a deceased teenager's identity for fraud, with sentencing set for June 12.
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.
#credit-card-fraud
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Gadgets

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

from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Gadgets

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

#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 months 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.
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
fromZDNET
2 months 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.
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.
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Colombian woman charged with illegally voting in 2024 election, stealing $400,000 in taxpayer funded benefits

"For more than 20 years, this defendant is alleged to have built an entire life on the foundation of a stolen identity - including illegally voting in our presidential election and collecting hundreds of thousands of dollars in government benefits intended for Americans in need," said US Attorney Leah B. Foley.
US Elections
#hacking
#internet-safety
#cybercrime
#scam
Cryptocurrency
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Alarming scam attacking customers of America's biggest banks

Scammers impersonate bank representatives to steal funds from victims by creating a false sense of security.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Toronto police warn of phone scam where fraudsters claim to be Shanghai police | CBC News

Cryptocurrency
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Alarming scam attacking customers of America's biggest banks

Scammers impersonate bank representatives to steal funds from victims by creating a false sense of security.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Toronto

Toronto police warn of phone scam where fraudsters claim to be Shanghai police | CBC News

Privacy professionals
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Criminals need just 20 images of one child to produce deep fake, cyber experts say

Sharing children’s photos online can lead to exploitation and identity theft risks.
AI tools can create detailed profiles from just a few images.
#real-id
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

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

The Netflix documentary "Angi: Fake Life, True Crime" recounts the chilling story of María Ángeles Molina, who murdered her coworker Ana Páez and assumed her identity.
Film
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 weeks ago

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

RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification, and it's everywhere. Your credit cards, ID badges, keycards, even some driver's licenses and passports. It works by embedding a tiny chip that communicates via electromagnetic waves.
Wearables
Privacy professionals
fromtime.com
3 weeks ago

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.
#crime
#george-santos
fromsilive
1 month ago
NYC politics

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

NYC politics
fromwww.longislandpress.com
1 month ago

Ex-Rep. George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft, demonstrating accountability for his actions as a former Congressman.
NYC politics
fromsilive
1 month 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
4 weeks 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 month 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 month 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.longislandpress.com
1 month ago

Ex-Rep. George Santos sentenced to 87 months in prison

George Santos was sentenced to 87 months in prison for wire fraud and identity theft, demonstrating accountability for his actions as a former Congressman.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

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

California officials filed felony charges against three men for their involvement in a coordinated identity theft scheme that targeted multiple counties, affecting numerous victims.
California
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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.
fromBKReader
1 month ago

Selling a Car: Is It Safe to Share the VIN with Buyers?

It's essential to understand what the VIN can reveal—and who might misuse it.
Brooklyn
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Jill on Money: Financial spring cleaning 2025

Happy spring, or as I like to call it, shredder weather! This is my annual reminder to comb through your physical and electronic financial files and tidy up.
Retirement
#t-mobile
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

T-Mobile's data breach settlements are rolling out now - here's how to see if you qualify

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

T-Mobile settlement payouts begin this month - how much you could get

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

T-Mobile's data breach settlements are rolling out now - here's how to see if you qualify

fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

T-Mobile settlement payouts begin this month - how much you could get

Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Serial Illinois Fraudster Disbarred And Sentenced To Prison - Above the Law

A disbarred lawyer was sentenced to six years for using his girlfriend's identity for fraudulent bank loans and misappropriating client funds.
#data-security
EU data protection
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Major bank hit by data breach that sees social security numbers leaked

Bank of America's security breach exposed sensitive customer information due to a third-party vendor's negligence.
fromDatabreaches
2 months 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

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

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

EU data protection
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Major bank hit by data breach that sees social security numbers leaked

Bank of America's security breach exposed sensitive customer information due to a third-party vendor's negligence.
fromDatabreaches
2 months 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

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

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

fromIndependent
1 month ago

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

In a strange twist, Clara's fiancé had used the image of a black man from a dating app to deceive women online, prompting her to share her story.
UK news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

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

Derek Aut, a 28-year-old bank teller, pleaded guilty to embezzling over $180,000 from customers' accounts and committing aggravated identity theft.
Boston food
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Former UM coach pleads not guilty in cyber case

Matthew Weiss, a former University of Michigan and Baltimore Ravens assistant coach, pleaded not guilty to charges of unauthorized computer access and identity theft.
Washington Redskins
Renovation
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
2 months ago

House that was 'stolen' and resold is finally returned to rightful owner after four years

Reverend Mike Hall regained ownership of his home after a four-year legal battle against property fraud and illegal occupation.
#data-breach
Real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months 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
2 months ago

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

"Police warned the public about the need to protect their tax information and other mail following the arrest of a suspect with stolen documents."
Privacy professionals
#law-enforcement
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.
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.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Dominican national pleads guilty to identity theft

A Dominican national pleaded guilty to identity theft, illegally using another's personal information for almost ten years.
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