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Artificial intelligence
fromIT Pro
1 month 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Google Is Using On-Device AI to Spot Scam Texts and Investment Fraud

Online scams are at an all-time high, costing Americans $16.6 billion in losses last year.
Google is enhancing its Scam Detection feature in Google Messages to combat increasing scams.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 months ago

New Google email scams are alarmingly convincing - how to spot them

A sophisticated phishing scam is exploiting Google security flaws to trick users into revealing their credentials.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Google issues warning to all 1.8b Gmail users over dangerous attack

Gmail users should be cautious of phishing emails that impersonate Google, especially those urging immediate actions regarding legal cases.
Artificial intelligence
fromIT Pro
1 month 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Google Is Using On-Device AI to Spot Scam Texts and Investment Fraud

Online scams are at an all-time high, costing Americans $16.6 billion in losses last year.
Google is enhancing its Scam Detection feature in Google Messages to combat increasing scams.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
2 months ago

New Google email scams are alarmingly convincing - how to spot them

A sophisticated phishing scam is exploiting Google security flaws to trick users into revealing their credentials.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Google issues warning to all 1.8b Gmail users over dangerous attack

Gmail users should be cautious of phishing emails that impersonate Google, especially those urging immediate actions regarding legal cases.
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

America's small business owners are being swamped by scammers

Generative AI's potential to bolster business is staggering, estimated to add more value to the economy annually than the entire GDP of the United Kingdom.
Privacy technologies
#global-crime
#gambling
#remote-work
Digital life
fromArs Technica
1 month 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.
Digital life
fromArs Technica
1 month 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.
#tiktok
fromFast Company
6 days ago
Fundraising

'Your dad's being used in these videos': Scammers are turning to AI and TikTok to fake animal rescue videos

fromFast Company
6 days ago
Fundraising

'Your dad's being used in these videos': Scammers are turning to AI and TikTok to fake animal rescue videos

fromSearch Engine Roundtable
6 days ago

Daily Search Forum Recap: June 26, 2025

"Google has not delivered on performing more core updates, more often and has not communicated about it."
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

AI is ruining houseplant communities online

Even as a beginner, I was able to identify issues with the photo. Obviously, my plants cannot physically defy gravity, but most egregiously...
Artificial intelligence
#cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

They Promised a Bonus. Then They Vanished. The Upwork Scam No One Sees Coming | HackerNoon

"Upwork's Bonus Payment Trap. Warning to Freelancers."
London startup
#qr-codes
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Parking in NYC is hard enough: Don't get suckered by the meter

Beware of QR codes on parking meters as they may lead to fraudulent websites.
Always report any suspicious QR codes found on parking meters.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Parking in NYC is hard enough: Don't get suckered by the meter

Beware of QR codes on parking meters as they may lead to fraudulent websites.
Always report any suspicious QR codes found on parking meters.
#online-security
fromWAKA 8
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

What the Tech: Does Facebook have your credit card number? - WAKA 8

fromInverse
1 week ago
Digital life

As The Scamiverse Gets More Sophisticated, Tomorrow's Scam Protection Is Here Today

fromWAKA 8
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

What the Tech: Does Facebook have your credit card number? - WAKA 8

fromInverse
1 week ago
Digital life

As The Scamiverse Gets More Sophisticated, Tomorrow's Scam Protection Is Here Today

#pensioners
#online-safety
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Online marketing

Police on Long Island warn people about paying thousands online for dogs that may not exist

fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Online marketing

Police on Long Island warn people about paying thousands online for dogs that may not exist

#theft
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months 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.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months 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.
#social-media
#personal-finance
Bootstrapping
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

My Bank Called With A $70,000 'Free' Credit On A Card

Investigate money owed on old credit accounts to avoid scams.
Unusual large credits on accounts should be approached with caution.
Proper verification is essential in financial matters, especially with old accounts.
#community-awareness
#consumer-protection
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

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

Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Scammers are luring nervous Americans with texts promising them lucrative employment

Text message scams, particularly job-related, are on the rise, leading to significant financial losses for consumers.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

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

#fraud-prevention
fromFuturism
2 months ago
Digital life

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

fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Authorities Issue Warnings Over Multistate DMV Scam Texts. Here's What to Look Out For

fromFuturism
2 months ago
Digital life

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

fromtime.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Authorities Issue Warnings Over Multistate DMV Scam Texts. Here's What to Look Out For

fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Pensioner devastated' after losing 17,000 to cowboy builder'

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.
Renovation
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Jewelry stolen from man in his 80s in south Palo Alto

The victim, an elderly man, was approached by a woman in a white SUV who offered him costume jewelry while stealing his own valuables.
Silicon Valley
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

Four scams to be aware of while navigating Germany's rental market

Vigilance is essential for apartment seekers in Germany due to rising rental fraud and numerous scams exploiting desperate renters.
#cyber-crime
fromTheregister
1 month ago
UK news

Grandpa-conning crook jailed over sugar-coated drug scam

A cyber conman exploited elderly victims, coercing them into smuggling drugs, revealing a grave vulnerability in targeting methods.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

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.
UK news
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Grandpa-conning crook jailed over sugar-coated drug scam

A cyber conman exploited elderly victims, coercing them into smuggling drugs, revealing a grave vulnerability in targeting methods.
#elder-abuse
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez hosts Older Americans Month celebration with focus on senior safety

fromNewsday
1 month ago
NYC parents

Police: LI man charged with defrauding upstate woman, pretending to be federal agent

fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez hosts Older Americans Month celebration with focus on senior safety

fromNewsday
1 month ago
NYC parents

Police: LI man charged with defrauding upstate woman, pretending to be federal agent

New York Knicks
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Knicks conference finals tickets continue to skyrocket as Hochul warns against scammers

Despite a tough playoff loss, Knicks ticket demand is soaring with prices reaching up to $3,000, prompting warnings against ticket scams.
#meta
Marketing tech
fromUsermag
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
#cybercrime
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

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.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Europe news

UN warns of massive cyberscams spreading across the world DW 04/21/2025

Asian crime syndicates are expanding global operations in cyberscams, targeting new regions despite localized crackdowns.
Cryptocurrency
fromArs Technica
1 month 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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month 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.
#identity-theft
fromsfist.com
1 month 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
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month 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.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months 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 months 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
2 months 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
Wine
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Whiskey Fraud Strikes Britain and Ireland

Scotch whisky investment scams are rising, with many investors facing issues retrieving barrels after companies like Cask Whisky collapsed.
#financial-fraud
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