FBI warns of fake verification schemes targeting dating app users

April 29, 2024 at 01:05PM The FBI warns of fake verification schemes on online dating platforms, leading to costly recurring subscription charges. Fraudsters approach victims on dating apps, enticing them to a seemingly safe verification platform where personal information is gathered. After verification, the victim is redirected to a low-quality dating site and charged monthly. … Read more

India Repatriates Citizens Duped Into Forced Cyber Fraud Labor in Cambodia

April 1, 2024 at 10:17AM Around 250 citizens have been rescued and brought back to India after falling victim to a fake employment scheme in Cambodia. It seems like the meeting notes are talking about the successful rescue and return of approximately 250 Indian citizens who were lured to Cambodia under a fake employment scheme. … Read more

Crypto scams more costly to the US than ransomware, feds say

March 19, 2024 at 04:05PM The FBI reported that investment fraud, particularly involving cryptocurrency, led to a $4.57 billion loss in 2023, surpassing losses from ransomware. Scams preyed on victims’ desire for quick profits and even targeted those seeking recovery from previous scams. Older individuals were especially vulnerable, accounting for substantial losses and an increase … Read more

Nigerian hacker arrested for stealing $7.5M from charities

January 3, 2024 at 02:35PM Nigerian national Olusegun Samson Adejorin was arrested in Ghana for wire fraud and identity theft, related to $7.5 million embezzlement from US charitable organizations. The fraud scheme involved unauthorized access to email accounts and impersonation of employees to trick one charity into transferring funds to accounts controlled by the attacker. … Read more