Got a suspicious E-ZPass text? It's a trap - how to spot the scamScammers are targeting individuals through smishing texts under the pretense of unpaid tolls, aiming to steal personal information.
Did you get an E-ZPass text demanding payment? Don't click - it's a scamA new smishing scam fakes unpaid toll notices to steal personal information.
Got a suspicious E-ZPass text? It's a trap - how to spot the scamScammers are targeting individuals through smishing texts under the pretense of unpaid tolls, aiming to steal personal information.
Did you get an E-ZPass text demanding payment? Don't click - it's a scamA new smishing scam fakes unpaid toll notices to steal personal information.
'OpenAI' Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through TelegramOpenAi-etc scam potentially impacts over 6,000 individuals in Bangladesh, causing significant financial loss.
Dozens of Canadians accused in $21 million 'grandparent scam' across U.S.Twenty-five Canadians charged in a $21 million scheme defrauding seniors across the U.S. through a 'grandparent scam' involving fake arrests.
Poker Player Faces Fraud Charges After Possible Fake KidnappingGeorge Paul Janssen's alleged kidnapping is now suspected to be a scam linked to $3.2 million in bank fraud.
Tell us: have you seen a scam online advert promoting fake crypto schemes?A sophisticated scam in Tbilisi defrauded investors of $35 million using fake cryptocurrency adverts and celebrity endorsements.
Shoebox filled with $30,000 leads to arrest of accused scammer, California cops sayA 22-year-old man was arrested for defrauding a woman of $30,000 by impersonating a government official.
Brooklyn woman loses $100,000 in fake tech support scam. Here's how you can try to stay safe.A Brooklyn woman lost $100,000 in a complex scam involving a fake refund from a supposed Microsoft representative.
'OpenAI' Job Scam Targeted International Workers Through TelegramOpenAi-etc scam potentially impacts over 6,000 individuals in Bangladesh, causing significant financial loss.
Dozens of Canadians accused in $21 million 'grandparent scam' across U.S.Twenty-five Canadians charged in a $21 million scheme defrauding seniors across the U.S. through a 'grandparent scam' involving fake arrests.
Poker Player Faces Fraud Charges After Possible Fake KidnappingGeorge Paul Janssen's alleged kidnapping is now suspected to be a scam linked to $3.2 million in bank fraud.
Tell us: have you seen a scam online advert promoting fake crypto schemes?A sophisticated scam in Tbilisi defrauded investors of $35 million using fake cryptocurrency adverts and celebrity endorsements.
Shoebox filled with $30,000 leads to arrest of accused scammer, California cops sayA 22-year-old man was arrested for defrauding a woman of $30,000 by impersonating a government official.
Brooklyn woman loses $100,000 in fake tech support scam. Here's how you can try to stay safe.A Brooklyn woman lost $100,000 in a complex scam involving a fake refund from a supposed Microsoft representative.
Scam alert: Fraudulent texts tell New Yorkeres they owe money in unpaid parking feesNew York residents are being targeted by SMS scams falsely claiming unpaid parking tickets.
Beware: Those Unpaid Parking Invoice' Tickets Texts Are a Complete Scam, EverybodySan Franciscans are receiving fraudulent texts regarding unpaid parking tickets, which have been confirmed as a scam by the SFMTA.
Boston police warn about unpaid parking ticket scamBoston residents are warned against a scam involving fake parking ticket texts.Official parking tickets are accessible online and should not be confused with fraudulent messages.
Scam alert: Fraudulent texts tell New Yorkeres they owe money in unpaid parking feesNew York residents are being targeted by SMS scams falsely claiming unpaid parking tickets.
Beware: Those Unpaid Parking Invoice' Tickets Texts Are a Complete Scam, EverybodySan Franciscans are receiving fraudulent texts regarding unpaid parking tickets, which have been confirmed as a scam by the SFMTA.
Boston police warn about unpaid parking ticket scamBoston residents are warned against a scam involving fake parking ticket texts.Official parking tickets are accessible online and should not be confused with fraudulent messages.
Police: Two incidents of jewelry scamPalo Alto police investigate dual jewelry theft scams targeting elderly residents.
A New Yorker allegedly came to San Ramon with dozens of fake necklaces, intending to scam people out of real onesA suspect was arrested for a jewelry swap scam in California, tricking victims into removing expensive jewelry.
Police: Two incidents of jewelry scamPalo Alto police investigate dual jewelry theft scams targeting elderly residents.
A New Yorker allegedly came to San Ramon with dozens of fake necklaces, intending to scam people out of real onesA suspect was arrested for a jewelry swap scam in California, tricking victims into removing expensive jewelry.
$Libra cryptocurrency scandal lands Javier Milei in the worst crisis of his presidencyJavier Milei's endorsement of the cryptocurrency $Libra has led to a significant political crisis and accusations of scam under his governance.
South Korean police arrest 215 people in suspected $228m crypto scamThe largest cryptocurrency investment scam in South Korea involved 215 arrests and $228.4 million in fraudulent gains.
Binance claims it helped to bust Chinese scam app in IndiaBinance aided Indian authorities in tracing a scam gaming app linked to money laundering activities, marking a rare positive involvement for a crypto firm.
An official OpenAI X account was taken over to peddle a crypto scamAn official OpenAI account was hacked to promote a cryptocurrency scam involving a fake $OPENAI token.
Crypto scammers hack OpenAI's press account on X | TechCrunchOpenAI Newsroom's account was hacked, misleading users about a non-existent cryptocurrency to steal credentials.
The Hawk Tuah Girl Committed a Horrible Crime: Not Calling Her Crypto "Spitcoin"Haliey Welch's $HAWK memecoin faces allegations of being a scam, despite her viral fame.Critics suggest a more fitting name for her coin would have been 'Spitcoin.'Investors and commentators are reacting furiously to claims of insider trading and a rug pull.
$Libra cryptocurrency scandal lands Javier Milei in the worst crisis of his presidencyJavier Milei's endorsement of the cryptocurrency $Libra has led to a significant political crisis and accusations of scam under his governance.
South Korean police arrest 215 people in suspected $228m crypto scamThe largest cryptocurrency investment scam in South Korea involved 215 arrests and $228.4 million in fraudulent gains.
Binance claims it helped to bust Chinese scam app in IndiaBinance aided Indian authorities in tracing a scam gaming app linked to money laundering activities, marking a rare positive involvement for a crypto firm.
An official OpenAI X account was taken over to peddle a crypto scamAn official OpenAI account was hacked to promote a cryptocurrency scam involving a fake $OPENAI token.
Crypto scammers hack OpenAI's press account on X | TechCrunchOpenAI Newsroom's account was hacked, misleading users about a non-existent cryptocurrency to steal credentials.
The Hawk Tuah Girl Committed a Horrible Crime: Not Calling Her Crypto "Spitcoin"Haliey Welch's $HAWK memecoin faces allegations of being a scam, despite her viral fame.Critics suggest a more fitting name for her coin would have been 'Spitcoin.'Investors and commentators are reacting furiously to claims of insider trading and a rug pull.
Warning to all 1.8bn Gmail users over 'devastating' scam stealing dataUsers are warned about a scam targeting Gmail accounts using deepfake technology and social engineering tactics.
Police warn of scammers claiming to have compromising photosBeware of new scam emails claiming computer hacking and demanding Bitcoin payments.
Malden police warn of scam targeting high school studentsPolice warn Malden students about email job scam promising $300/week.
Warning to all 1.8bn Gmail users over 'devastating' scam stealing dataUsers are warned about a scam targeting Gmail accounts using deepfake technology and social engineering tactics.
Police warn of scammers claiming to have compromising photosBeware of new scam emails claiming computer hacking and demanding Bitcoin payments.
Malden police warn of scam targeting high school studentsPolice warn Malden students about email job scam promising $300/week.
New investigations into JuicyFields scam DW 12/03/2024JuicyFields, a medical cannabis investment company, defrauded almost 200,000 investors, leading to an estimated loss of $678 million.
Bay Area victim duped by AI-generated Trump gold investment scam: Here's what to knowIndividuals fell victim to a scam involving fake AI-generated videos of famous figures promoting a bogus investment opportunity.Marine veteran Wesley Skelton invested heavily in 'Golden Eagles' based on promises of immense returns, ultimately discovering it was a scam.
New investigations into JuicyFields scam DW 12/03/2024JuicyFields, a medical cannabis investment company, defrauded almost 200,000 investors, leading to an estimated loss of $678 million.
Bay Area victim duped by AI-generated Trump gold investment scam: Here's what to knowIndividuals fell victim to a scam involving fake AI-generated videos of famous figures promoting a bogus investment opportunity.Marine veteran Wesley Skelton invested heavily in 'Golden Eagles' based on promises of immense returns, ultimately discovering it was a scam.
New docuseries 'Scamanda' to premiere on ABC and HuluA woman faked cancer to scam donations from her community, leading to a major investigation.
Vintage Pokemon Card Collecting World Rocked By A Possible Flood Of FakesSome collectible Pokémon cards sold at auction may be recent fakes, and collectors are concerned about potential scams.
Another East Bay woman falls victim to 'grandson scam,' loses $12,500Seniors are increasingly targeted by scams impersonating family members, with notable cases of financial loss via the 'grandson' scam.
Quincy police arrest men accused of stealing $120K from elderly residentTwo men were arrested for stealing over $120,000 from a senior citizen through a tech support scam involving impersonation and remote access.
Another East Bay woman falls victim to 'grandson scam,' loses $12,500Seniors are increasingly targeted by scams impersonating family members, with notable cases of financial loss via the 'grandson' scam.
Quincy police arrest men accused of stealing $120K from elderly residentTwo men were arrested for stealing over $120,000 from a senior citizen through a tech support scam involving impersonation and remote access.
Bay Area truffle festival hit by sophisticated scammerA scam targeting vendors of the Napa Truffle Festival involved fraudulent emails asking for credit card information under false pretenses.
Man assaulted after elaborate Facebook Marketplace scam turns violentA photographer was assaulted during a Facebook Marketplace scam while trying to retrieve his cash after a camera deal gone wrong.
What new findings in JuicyFields cannabis scam reveal? DW 12/03/2024JuicyFields scam impacted 200,000 investors, revealing significant regulatory failures and the ongoing challenge of fraud in the cannabis investment sector.
Scammers impersonate Spain's Princess Leonor on TikTok to deceive victims worldwidePrincess Leonor's impersonation on TikTok has led to a widespread scam, targeting victims in Latin America with promises of financial aid.
Bridgewater inmate, wife accused of scamming fellow inmate's elderly father for 10KA couple faces charges for scamming an elderly man out of thousands, promising legal representation for a prison inmate's sentence reduction.
300,000 worth of posh cheddar stolen in the great London cheese heistJamie Oliver calls for public help in identifying cheese thieves who stole £300,000 worth of cheddar.
'I feel very loved': Bed-Stuy cafe owner's $5,000 scam loss sparks community fundraiser * Brooklyn PaperTaeli Kim, owner of Sonbul Café, lost over $5,000 to scammers impersonating his electric company but received overwhelming support through a fundraiser.
My small business fell for a counterfeit check scam. It dented my confidence and made me more cautious.A bakery owner fell victim to a $7,500 counterfeit check scam, highlighting risks faced by small businesses in online transactions.
'I feel very loved': Bed-Stuy cafe owner's $5,000 scam loss sparks community fundraiser * Brooklyn PaperTaeli Kim, owner of Sonbul Café, lost over $5,000 to scammers impersonating his electric company but received overwhelming support through a fundraiser.
My small business fell for a counterfeit check scam. It dented my confidence and made me more cautious.A bakery owner fell victim to a $7,500 counterfeit check scam, highlighting risks faced by small businesses in online transactions.
'Do not comply': Peel police warn of email scam threatening to release intimate photos | CBC NewsBeware of extortion emails threatening to release personal information unless paid in Bitcoin.Do not share personal or sensitive information that could compromise your devices.
Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scamA new text message scam targets UK drivers, impersonating official government notices about unpaid parking fines.
'Do not comply': Peel police warn of email scam threatening to release intimate photos | CBC NewsBeware of extortion emails threatening to release personal information unless paid in Bitcoin.Do not share personal or sensitive information that could compromise your devices.
Drivers warned of a 'very convincing' new parking ticket scamA new text message scam targets UK drivers, impersonating official government notices about unpaid parking fines.
How to Make $6,000 a Month by Moving Citi Bikes Around the BlockMark Epperson successfully exploited Citi Bike's system for personal profit, highlighting significant flaws in urban bike share programs.
Sting nabs alleged scammer accused of conning Everett veteran out of $20KA man was arrested for scamming a Vietnam veteran out of $20,000, further attempting to steal $32,000 in a planned sting operation.
75-year-old Brooklyn woman conned out of $100,000 in computer-repair scamA 75-year-old woman was scammed out of $100,000 by a man posing as a computer repair technician.
'Buyer beware': Warning over scam building plots after land buyers lose thousands of poundsScam building plots in Bicester are deceiving buyers lacking planning permission, leading to significant financial losses and bankruptcies.
Suspected squatter in $1M NYC home sublets space in the house, resident saysSuspected squatter subletting $1 million Queens home.Tenants conned into renting from alleged squatter.
'Buyer beware': Warning over scam building plots after land buyers lose thousands of poundsScam building plots in Bicester are deceiving buyers lacking planning permission, leading to significant financial losses and bankruptcies.
Suspected squatter in $1M NYC home sublets space in the house, resident saysSuspected squatter subletting $1 million Queens home.Tenants conned into renting from alleged squatter.
A small bakery is out thousands of dollars after a check for a 1,000-cupcake order turned out to be a scamA bakery in Los Angeles was scammed with a $7,500 counterfeit check for cupcakes, raising awareness of increased check fraud since the pandemic.
Nearly Half of Americans Are Worried About Being Duped by AI | Entrepreneur48% of Americans feel less scam-savvy due to AI. Only 18% are very confident in scam identification.
Who plotted to sell Graceland? An identity thief raises his hand.Identity thief ring targeting the deceased, vulnerable, focused on scamming estates like Lisa Marie Presley's.
Thames Water issue warning after SCAM email sent to people in CroydonThames Water warns of false email in Croydon.
Two men caught with 800 stolen gift cards in foiled scam attempt, California cops sayScammers planned to drain money using stolen gift cards by replacing bar codes or recording numbers, resulting in losses nationwide.
Scam targeting SF Bay Area drivers resurfaces yet againFasTrak warns Bay Area drivers of ongoing scam.
Home Office worker arrested for 'selling' UK residencyA Home Office case worker attempted to sell UK residency to an asylum seeker in exchange for £2,000, using sensitive records.
Suspect arrested in San Francisco 'blessing scam,' police sayPeople fell victim to a 'blessing scam' in SF, where items were stolen after being 'blessed'.The 68-year-old man arrested in LA was linked to the scam and child pornography possession.
East Williamsburg Church Fundraiser Exposed as Fraudulent SchemeGoFundMe donation page for fire at church revealed as a scam.Diocese of Brooklyn encounters multiple scam attempts post the fire incident.
Range Rover-driving 'squatter' who took over $1M NYC home demands ransom payment to leave- and claims he's the real victimSquatter demands payment for 'upgrades' to homeBizarre saga involves fake lease and attempt to cash in on migrant crisis
Can anyone convince Daisy May Cooper to read even a single book?The podcast '53 Minutes' humorously recounts the story of the football scam involving Ali Dia at Southampton in 1996.'The Last City' presents a dystopian future where climate change has ravaged the planet, with Rhea Seehorn and Maury Sterling starring.
Deepfaked Celebrities Hawked A Massive Trump Scam On Facebook And YouTubeAI-generated videos used in scamVictims unknowingly charged for membership