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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'Ruthless' fraudsters scam football fans out of 2.5m

Fraud is a ruthless crime that preys on our passions, our trust, and our excitement. More than three quarters of football ticket scams last season started on social media, with what seem like genuine 'first come, first served' offers all too often designed to rip off desperate fans.
Soccer (FIFA)
#cybersecurity
fromPCMAG
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

The Global Scareware Scam You've Probably Clicked: Inside VexTrio's Global Ad Fraud

fromPCMAG
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

The Global Scareware Scam You've Probably Clicked: Inside VexTrio's Global Ad Fraud

Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The heartbreak of watching a parent fall for fraud: Dad, this is a scam have you given her money?' | Naima Brown

Bomba is a catfish scam; the narrator's father struggles to accept the truth despite evidence.
#cybercrime
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Keanu Reeves pays AI firm thousands a month to stop online imitators: report

Keanu Reeves pays a Seattle-based AI company thousands monthly to track and shut down impersonators on platforms like TikTok and Meta, protecting his image.
Privacy professionals
fromNBC4 Washington
1 month ago

Work-from-home job scams: Can you spot the signs?

"Reported losses to job scams increased more than threefold from 2020 to 2023. In the first half of 2024, they topped $220 million, according to the FTC."
US news
fromwww.southwalesargus.co.uk
1 month ago

Amazon issues 'do not click' warning amid increase in scams ahead of Prime Day

Amazon has warned customers about an increase in online scams, highlighting various types, such as order confirmation scams and tech support scams, particularly ahead of Prime Day.
E-Commerce
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SF supervisor hosts educational workshops as scams targeting teens on the rise

Workshops in San Francisco's Sunset District address online scams affecting both seniors and teenagers.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Big Lots new store openings come with a warning for online shoppers: Don't fall for scam websites

Scammers have been targeting consumers with online ads impersonating Big Lots. Links within these ads direct hopeful shoppers to fake websites that are not affiliated with the official retailer. Be aware that any advertisements promoting online Big Lots deals are not legitimate.
Online marketing
fromSmashing Magazine
1 month ago

Can Good UX Protect Older Users From Digital Scams? - Smashing Magazine

Good UX design may mitigate the risk of online scams, especially for non-tech-savvy older users.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Urgent warning for anyone buying Glastonbury Festival and Oasis tickets

The Independent believes in accessible journalism, urging supporters to fund reporters who cover important issues like reproductive rights and climate change without paywalls.
UK news
#irs
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

IRS Issues Memorandum Stating That Taxpayers Who Were Scammed Out Of Their Money Online Could Be Eligible To Claim A Theft Loss Deduction - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

IRS Issues Memorandum Stating That Taxpayers Who Were Scammed Out Of Their Money Online Could Be Eligible To Claim A Theft Loss Deduction - Above the Law

Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Spot the scam: How to outsmart online cons like a pro

Managing risks is crucial when using crypto wallets and online platforms, similar to traditional banking.
Staying alert can help individuals avoid common online scams prevalent in both crypto and general internet use.
fromBKReader
3 months ago

How to Avoid Getting Scammed When Buying Cannabis Seeds

Be aware of red flags when buying cannabis seeds online to avoid scams.
Look for real contact information and genuine customer reviews.
Beware of prices that seem too good to be true.
Ensure there is a germination or shipping guarantee.
Marketing tech
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Google rolls out AI tools to protect Chrome users against scams | TechCrunch

Google is enhancing Chrome's defenses with AI to combat online scams using Gemini Nano, its AI model for improved user protection.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I exposed my husband's 'online affair' - he was flirting with a scammer claiming to be an ex-porn star

"I saw the minimum payment in our shared bank account had changed, and when I asked, Clive was very sheepish. When he explained, I was firing so many questions at him - had he met them? Had they had sex?"
UK news
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