#OnlineScam

Content farm impersonates 60+ major news outlets, like BBC, CNN, CNBC

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March 4, 2024 at 02:08AM BleepingComputer uncovered a network of over 60 “news” websites impersonating leading media outlets like BBC, CNBC, CNN, and others. These sites plagiarize articles without attribution and engage in spam and SEO tactics. The operation, traced to India, may be connected to online gambling enterprises. The extent and future of its … Read more

Four U.S. Nationals Charged in $80 Million Pig Butchering Crypto Scam

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December 18, 2023 at 07:52AM Four U.S. nationals have been charged with a cryptocurrency investment scam, earning over $80 million through various illicit activities. The scheme involved pig butchering scams and shell companies, resulting in significant financial losses for victims. This reflects a concerning trend of increasing cryptocurrency investment scams, as reported by the FBI. … Read more