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Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
3 weeks 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.
fromIT Pro
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

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

NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day 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.
UK news
fromTheregister
2 weeks 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.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
3 weeks 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromIT Pro
3 weeks 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.
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.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 day 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.
UK news
fromTheregister
2 weeks 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.
#consumer-protection
fromNew York Post
3 weeks 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
2 days 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
3 weeks ago
Alternative medicine

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

#facebook
Marketing tech
fromUsermag
3 weeks 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.
fromWAKA 8
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

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

Marketing tech
fromUsermag
3 weeks 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.
fromWAKA 8
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

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

#dmv
fromtime.com
6 days ago
NYC parents

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

fromtime.com
6 days ago
NYC parents

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

#journalism
fromPadailypost
1 week 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 week 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.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month 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.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

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

Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month 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.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

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

New York Knicks
fromNew York Post
2 weeks 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.
#cybersecurity
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 weeks 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
1 month 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
2 weeks 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.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechRadar
3 weeks ago

Malware delivered through Facebook crypto ads runs silent unless it knows you're a worthwhile target

A new malware campaign targets crypto users via Facebook ads, exploiting trusted brands and adapting to evade detection.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 weeks 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
1 month 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
2 weeks 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.
Cryptocurrency
fromTechRadar
3 weeks ago

Malware delivered through Facebook crypto ads runs silent unless it knows you're a worthwhile target

A new malware campaign targets crypto users via Facebook ads, exploiting trusted brands and adapting to evade detection.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks 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.
#cybercrime
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago
Cryptocurrency

I fell for a scam that ruined my life ... how to avoid being next

Jean fell victim to a romance scam, leading to her involvement in a $300,000 money laundering scheme.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month 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
3 weeks 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
2 months 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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
2 months 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
3 weeks 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
2 months ago
Online marketing

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

Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks 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
4 weeks 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 month 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
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.
#fraud-prevention
fromFuturism
1 month ago
Digital life

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

fromFuturism
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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
fromeuronews
1 month 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
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

How to scan a QR code with your phone

You don't need an app for this - your phone can do it already.
Gadgets
Cryptocurrency
fromFast Company
2 months 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
2 months ago

Viral Facebook post claiming female cop has 'gone missing' debunked as a scam

A viral rumor about Officer Katie Cunningham being missing in Buckeye, Arizona, is false; she is actually a police officer in Montana and is safe.
Canada news
fromNew York Post
2 months 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
2 months 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.
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