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Banks and the federal government point fingers as Americans lose billions to online scams

The American Bankers Association is calling for federal action to combat online financial fraud amidst increasing liabilities for banks.

Watch Out! Facebook Car Detailing Scams Are on the Rise

Beware of Facebook scams for car detailing services that request upfront payments disguised as deposits.

How Google's new partnership will uncover and disrupt online scams

Google has launched the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) to combat online scams through a collaborative information-sharing initiative with multiple partners.
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Thief steals $1.2 million from Saratoga resident

Rising cases of residential burglary and theft indicate worsening security issues in communities.
Social media scams represent a serious threat, exemplified by the $1.2 million fraud case.

Police bust global cyber gang accused of industrial-scale fraud

Younger individuals more susceptible to phishing scams due to familiarity with the internet.

Thief steals $1.2 million from Saratoga resident

Rising cases of residential burglary and theft indicate worsening security issues in communities.
Social media scams represent a serious threat, exemplified by the $1.2 million fraud case.

Police bust global cyber gang accused of industrial-scale fraud

Younger individuals more susceptible to phishing scams due to familiarity with the internet.
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The Pig Butchering Invasion Has Begun

Pig butchering scams have expanded globally, driven by organized crime and resulting in significant financial damage and humanitarian issues.

Myanmar hands over junta-backed warlords to China in telecoms scam case

Myanmar has extradited 10 individuals, including warlords, to China for their involvement in online fraud centers.
The fraud centers have thrived during the pandemic and have impacted tens of thousands of foreign nationals, including victims of human trafficking.

The Pig Butchering Invasion Has Begun

Pig butchering scams have expanded globally, driven by organized crime and resulting in significant financial damage and humanitarian issues.

Myanmar hands over junta-backed warlords to China in telecoms scam case

Myanmar has extradited 10 individuals, including warlords, to China for their involvement in online fraud centers.
The fraud centers have thrived during the pandemic and have impacted tens of thousands of foreign nationals, including victims of human trafficking.
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In another rental scam, at least 35 people in Kitchener, Ont., out total of $40K as police investigate | CBC News

Online rental scams in Canada have resulted in significant financial loss for victims like Suraj Thomas.
Despite precautions, potential renters can still fall prey to scams that seem legitimate at first.
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Meta's Blind Spot: How Scammers Run Free On Facebook While Victims Pay the Price | HackerNoon

The 'SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE' group is a deceptive scam preying on victims of online fraud.

Tom Hanks Warns That Deepfake Scams Are Stealing His Face

Tom Hanks warns against online deepfake scams using his identity to promote fraudulent products, urging people to protect their money.

Meta's Blind Spot: How Scammers Run Free On Facebook While Victims Pay the Price | HackerNoon

The 'SCAMMERS LIST UPDATE' group is a deceptive scam preying on victims of online fraud.

Tom Hanks Warns That Deepfake Scams Are Stealing His Face

Tom Hanks warns against online deepfake scams using his identity to promote fraudulent products, urging people to protect their money.
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How west Africa's online fraudsters moved into sextortion

The rise of internet connectivity in West Africa enabled the growth of various online scams, evolving from Nigerian prince letters to complex digital fraud schemes.

Social media giants must help us clamp down on soaring fraud, says bank boss

Tech companies like Facebook need to take responsibility in combating online fraud epidemic to protect users.

Savannah's book became part of a copycat scam. How to spot AI-generated, or fake, books online

Scammers use AI to sell fake books
Authors and readers are falling victim to fake books online
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Online Holiday Shopping Fraud: What Retailers Need to Know | Entrepreneur

The holiday season is a prime time for online fraud, and retailers should be prepared for an increase in fraudulent activities.
Rising inflation, predictions of a recession, and advanced technology like generative AI have made it easier for fraudsters to carry out large-scale fraud.

Government's Online Fraud Charter welcomed | Computer Weekly

Major tech and social media platforms have committed to clamp down on online fraud in the UK.
The Online Fraud Charter includes measures to block and remove fraudulent content from their sites.
The charter aims to improve cooperation between the private sector, government, and law enforcement in combating online fraud.

Top tech firms to sign new Government Charter to crack down on online fraud

The UK Government is partnering with major tech companies to combat online fraud
The Online Fraud Charter will include measures to protect users and crack down on illegal advertising
The collaboration is a significant step in the fight against online fraud

How Much Do You Know About Online-Shopping Scams?

Virtual credit cards can help protect shoppers from online fraud.
Security experts recommend considering the use of virtual credit cards for online purchases.

How Much Do You Know About Online-Shopping Scams?

Virtual credit cards can help protect shoppers from online fraud.
They generate a unique number for each transaction and can be easily canceled.
However, virtual credit cards may not be accepted by all online merchants.

Online Holiday Shopping Fraud: What Retailers Need to Know | Entrepreneur

The holiday season is a prime time for online fraud, and retailers should be prepared for an increase in fraudulent activities.
Rising inflation, predictions of a recession, and advanced technology like generative AI have made it easier for fraudsters to carry out large-scale fraud.

Government's Online Fraud Charter welcomed | Computer Weekly

Major tech and social media platforms have committed to clamp down on online fraud in the UK.
The Online Fraud Charter includes measures to block and remove fraudulent content from their sites.
The charter aims to improve cooperation between the private sector, government, and law enforcement in combating online fraud.

Top tech firms to sign new Government Charter to crack down on online fraud

The UK Government is partnering with major tech companies to combat online fraud
The Online Fraud Charter will include measures to protect users and crack down on illegal advertising
The collaboration is a significant step in the fight against online fraud

How Much Do You Know About Online-Shopping Scams?

Virtual credit cards can help protect shoppers from online fraud.
Security experts recommend considering the use of virtual credit cards for online purchases.

How Much Do You Know About Online-Shopping Scams?

Virtual credit cards can help protect shoppers from online fraud.
They generate a unique number for each transaction and can be easily canceled.
However, virtual credit cards may not be accepted by all online merchants.
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