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Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

States Where Cyber Crime is Leaving Americans Broke

The significant rise in internet usage has correlated with an alarming increase in cyber-crime incidents and financial losses for Americans.
#meta
Marketing tech
fromUsermag
4 days ago

The Facebook scam economy

Meta's platforms face an epidemic of scams, with 70% of new advertisers promoting fraud, largely due to profit motives over user safety.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta refuses to crack down on rampant scams from bogus ads to avoid losing revenue: report

Meta prioritized ad revenue over tackling fraud, leading to thousands of fake ads on its platforms.
Marketing tech
fromUsermag
4 days ago

The Facebook scam economy

Meta's platforms face an epidemic of scams, with 70% of new advertisers promoting fraud, largely due to profit motives over user safety.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta refuses to crack down on rampant scams from bogus ads to avoid losing revenue: report

Meta prioritized ad revenue over tackling fraud, leading to thousands of fake ads on its platforms.
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Police: The text message you must delete and report to us immediately

Be cautious of scam texts claiming legal action is pending against you.
Don't engage or provide personal information in response to such messages.
Online marketing
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

Before You Google A Business' Phone Number, Beware Of This Scam

Scammers manipulate Google search results to display fake phone numbers, leading consumers to potentially dangerous calls.
Artificial intelligence
fromIT Pro
4 days ago

The FBI says hackers are using AI voice clones to impersonate US government officials

Scammers are using AI-generated voices to impersonate senior US officials in a fraudulent campaign aimed at accessing personal accounts.
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Police: The text message you must delete and report to us immediately

Be cautious of scam texts claiming legal action is pending against you.
Don't engage or provide personal information in response to such messages.
Online marketing
fromHuffPost
2 months ago

Before You Google A Business' Phone Number, Beware Of This Scam

Scammers manipulate Google search results to display fake phone numbers, leading consumers to potentially dangerous calls.
Artificial intelligence
fromIT Pro
4 days ago

The FBI says hackers are using AI voice clones to impersonate US government officials

Scammers are using AI-generated voices to impersonate senior US officials in a fraudulent campaign aimed at accessing personal accounts.
#consumer-protection
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Buying a gift card? Be aware of scams that drain the card of funds before you can use it | CBC News

Gift card scams are increasing in Canada, leading to significant financial losses for consumers.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Alternative medicine

Medical scammers posing as insurance companies in sophisticated scheme - hang up if you get this call, FBI warns

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Buying a gift card? Be aware of scams that drain the card of funds before you can use it | CBC News

Gift card scams are increasing in Canada, leading to significant financial losses for consumers.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Alternative medicine

Medical scammers posing as insurance companies in sophisticated scheme - hang up if you get this call, FBI warns

#cybercrime
fromHackernoon
2 months ago
Digital life

The Internet Has Spiraled Out of Control: Crimes, Scams, Cyberbullying, Theft & Deception | HackerNoon

Digital life
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

The Internet Has Spiraled Out of Control: Crimes, Scams, Cyberbullying, Theft & Deception | HackerNoon

The internet has shifted from a tool of progress to a breeding ground for crime and scams.
Cryptocurrency
fromArs Technica
6 days ago

An $8.4 billion money launderer has been operating for years on US soil

The Xinbi Guarantee platform facilitated $8.4 billion in illicit transactions, primarily supporting Chinese-speaking scammers and various illegal activities.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Hacker News
1 month ago

INTERPOL Arrests 306 Suspects, Seizes 1,842 Devices in Cross-Border Cybercrime Bust

Operation Red Card leads to the arrest of 306 suspects across seven African nations, targeting extensive cybercrime operations affecting thousands of victims.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Online dating advice: five ways to stay safe, according to the experts

Many dating apps are implementing stronger safety measures, including identity verification and abuse reporting systems, in response to increasing complaints about online harassment.
Privacy technologies
#online-safety
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Digital life

Welcome to the age of paranoia as deepfakes and scams abound

AI-driven fraud is prompting heightened verification of online interactions due to increasing impersonation scams.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Online marketing

Google Maps yanks over 10,000 fake business listings - how to spot the scam

Google Maps users should remain cautious as over 10,000 fake listings were recently discovered, indicating a significant scam problem.
Digital life
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Welcome to the age of paranoia as deepfakes and scams abound

AI-driven fraud is prompting heightened verification of online interactions due to increasing impersonation scams.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Online marketing

Google Maps yanks over 10,000 fake business listings - how to spot the scam

#fraud
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area residents scammed by site impersonating Box Appliance repair company

A Bay Area appliance repair company is being impersonated, leading to customer fraud where thousands are lost without repairs.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

How con artists are using AI voice cloning to upgrade the grandparent scam | CBC News

Fraudsters are increasingly using voice cloning technology to execute convincing scams targeting seniors.
The 'emergency' scam targets grandparents, exploiting their affection for grandchildren to extort money.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Bay Area residents scammed by site impersonating Box Appliance repair company

A Bay Area appliance repair company is being impersonated, leading to customer fraud where thousands are lost without repairs.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

How con artists are using AI voice cloning to upgrade the grandparent scam | CBC News

Fraudsters are increasingly using voice cloning technology to execute convincing scams targeting seniors.
The 'emergency' scam targets grandparents, exploiting their affection for grandchildren to extort money.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Social Security reached out after my father died saying he was owed benefits - what should I do next?

Social Security plays a critical role in providing income to millions, but vigilance against potential scams is essential.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

KGO Radio Host Ronn Owens's Daughter Indicted Over Fake Pregnancy Claims With Former Bachelor' Star

Laura Owens's bizarre saga, stemming from a fake pregnancy claim against her one-night stand, led to her indictment on multiple felony charges, including perjury.
Podcast
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Real ID scams target applicants as deadline hits - this is one red flag to watch out for

Scammers set up fake websites claiming to expedite Real IDs, luring consumers overwhelmed by deadlines. The only legitimate way to obtain a Real ID is in-person at a DMV.
SF real estate
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

Does Wrapping Your Luggage Make It More Secure? TSA Weighs In

Luggage wrapping is a common airport service aimed at protecting bags and their contents from damage or theft.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp scam known as hi mum' evolving at breakneck speed', expert warns

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
SF parents
#fraud-prevention
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Most AI voice cloning tools aren't safe from scammers, Consumer Reports finds

AI voice cloning technology is rapidly advancing, posing serious risks for scams without adequate safeguards.
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Lonely Boomers Are Doomed Now That Scammers Are Using AI Filters to Make Themselves Look Like Beautiful Women

Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Most AI voice cloning tools aren't safe from scammers, Consumer Reports finds

AI voice cloning technology is rapidly advancing, posing serious risks for scams without adequate safeguards.
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Lonely Boomers Are Doomed Now That Scammers Are Using AI Filters to Make Themselves Look Like Beautiful Women

US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Anxious about your money right now? Financial advice in times of economic uncertainty

In uncertain economic times, focus on controllable aspects of finance to alleviate anxiety and guide decision-making.
London
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Egypt facing major problem at iconic pyramids as tourism booms: 'Avoid all these scammers'

Egypt's tourism is booming but facing challenges from overcrowding and scammers, particularly at the Giza Plateau.
fromCardplayer
3 weeks ago

Michael Kaplan's Advantage Players: The Shell Game Guys And My $800 Winter Jacket

The three-card Monte and related street scams have a long history, luring unwary players in urban settings, creating a mix of deception and entertainment.
Board games
#personal-finance
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
SF parents

My daughter's tax returns are missing after our preparer made a mistake - what steps should we take next?

from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
SF parents

My daughter's tax returns are missing after our preparer made a mistake - what steps should we take next?

#public-safety
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 weeks ago

84th Precinct: Airpods snatched on street * Brooklyn Paper

Increasing street crime incidents in Brooklyn Heights-DUMBO-Boerum Hill area are alarming, including theft, scams, and violent altercations.
fromeuronews
4 weeks ago

UN warns Asian online scam operations are spreading across the world

In response to crackdowns by authorities, transnational organized crime groups in East and Southeast Asia are expanding their scam operations globally, according to a UN report.
Online marketing
#financial-fraud
#gambling
#technology
Startup companies
fromRelay FM
2 months ago

Clockwise #596: Are There Any Good Companies? - Relay FM

The episode discusses technology's impact on daily life, battery health, scams, and tech company IPOs, urging critical thinking about the tech landscape.
Startup companies
fromRelay FM
2 months ago

Clockwise #596: Are There Any Good Companies? - Relay FM

The episode discusses technology's impact on daily life, battery health, scams, and tech company IPOs, urging critical thinking about the tech landscape.
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Crypto is more popular with workers in construction than finance, says new Harris Poll

Despite risks, cryptocurrency is increasingly mainstream, with 20% of Americans owning it.
The crypto user demographic is diverse and expanding across the U.S.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Slain NYPD officer Jonathan Diller becomes face of sick online scam

"HELP FIND HIM - Police Officer Jonathan Diller went missing yesterday morning here in #Easley."
NYC parents
#travel
#uk-travel
Remote teams
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Remote contract workers share their red flags for sorting through scams

Remote job scams are increasing as job seekers pursue flexible work options; caution and research are essential to avoid them.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

People Are Sharing The "Modern Scams" That Made Them Realize, "Wait, This Whole Industry's A Rip Off"

Once upon a time, I attended a time-share presentation because they offered money to go. Yes, they are all high-pressure salespeople and scammy by nature, but on this one, I spotted exactly how they would hose everyone involved. I read the contract carefully (since I was there anyway, and it made their salesperson shut up while I read).
Online marketing
Startup companies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to identify bad tax advice

Understanding reliable tax advice is critical to avoid audits and penalties.
Bad tax advice is prevalent, often spread through informal channels and social media.
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