FBI: U.S. lost record $12.5 billion to online crime in 2023

March 7, 2024 at 07:56AM The FBI’s 2023 Internet Crime Report reveals a 22% increase in reported losses, totaling $12.5 billion, with 880,000 complaints submitted. People over 60 were the most vulnerable, and trends since 2019 show rising complaints and losses. Notably, BEC, investment fraud, and ransomware caused significant financial losses, totaling billions. IC3’s Recovery … Read more

FBI: Tech support scams now use couriers to collect victims’ money

January 29, 2024 at 11:36AM The FBI issued a warning about scammers using courier services to collect cash and precious metals from victims, often senior citizens, in tech support or government impersonation scams. The scammers pressure victims to sell assets and arrange for couriers to pick up funds. The FBI advises caution and to report … Read more