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Bitdefender Launches Global Campaign to Combat AI-Driven Scams Targeting Families
Bitdefender has launched a bold awareness campaign called “They Wear Our Faces” to shine light on how AI-driven fraud is evolving, and how it’s turning trust into a weapon. Scammers are now cloning voices, mimicking faces, and impersonating loved ones to exploit emotional bonds and urgency. What once required complex tools…
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New Scam Alert: Fake TradingView Premium ads resurface
Scammers are back at it, recycling their old tricks with a fresh coat of paint. This time, they’re abusing Google and YouTube ads to push fake TradingView Premium offers. The bad actors lure victims in with ads that look legitimate, promising steep discounts on TradingView Premium subscriptions. Once clicked, the ads…
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Fake email from Amazon
Hello, For information, I share with you the phishing attempt with a fake email from Amazon regarding the "Amazon Prime Family" subscription that I received today. As you can see from the first screenshot the email address is suspicious. Regarding the second screenshot I have hidden my personal information (email and bank…
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Fake job offers: How to spot them before they spot you
Job scams are spreading faster than ever, targeting job seekers eager for new opportunities. Knowing how to spot these scams protects not only your wallet but your identity as well. Here are the key signs you're dealing with a fake job offer: First, be wary if you're contacted out of the blue. Scammers often claim they…
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Breaking the Scam Syndicate: How Thailand’s crackdown exposed a massive cybercrime network
In a significant crackdown, over 1,000 Chinese nationals have been repatriated from Thailand after being rescued from online scam centers in Myanmar. This operation, coordinated by Thailand, China, and Myanmar, targeted fraudulent schemes that lured victims worldwide through fake romantic ploys, bogus investment pitches,…
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Thailand cracks down on Myanmar’s scam compounds by severing electricity access
Thailand has cut power to sections of the Myanmar border, targeting regions that house criminal enterprises masquerading as online investment hubs and call centers. The move follows mounting pressure from China, which has seen its citizens fall victim to these sophisticated scam operations in staggering numbers. The…
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The Secret Santa Scam - Your Holiday Generosity Could Cost You
As the holiday season approaches, many look forward to gift exchanges and the spirit of giving. While Secret Santa traditions are meant to bring joy to friends, families, and workplaces, scammers have found ways to exploit this festive activity. A relatively old scam, often circulating on social media, is turning a beloved…
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‘Vishing’ attacks are using scam phone calls to trick users into giving out personal details
Malware known as FakeCall is causing significant disruption by manipulating incoming calls on smartphones, enabling ‘vishing’ scams aimed at tricking individuals into disclosing personal information. Vishing, or voice phishing, is a scam technique that uses phone calls to fraudulently obtain personal data. Scammers…
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Beware this Google Street View extortion scam: How scammers are using tech to terrify victims
"Hey, I saw you on Google Street View. I know where you live, and unless you send me money, I’m going to leak explicit photos of you." This is the chilling message some women in the Philadelphia area have received recently, marking a new and terrifying evolution in online scams: Google Street View sextortion. What makes…
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Scam of the Month: How celebrity impersonation is exploiting the vulnerable
“Hey, this is Brad Pitt. I’m in the middle of shooting my next big film, but I’ve run into a little problem—I’m all out of film reel. Could you send me a couple hundred dollars to wrap things up? Don’t worry, I’ll pay you back as soon as I’m done!” It sounds absurd, right? But for hundreds of victims caught in the web of…
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One in five U.S. adults have lost money to online scams: How to avoid being next
A new report released by the FBI has revealed that one in five U.S. adults has fallen victim to online scams, losing a grand total of $1.3B to fraudulent schemes in 2023 alone. This alarming statistic is yet another reminder at how prevalent – and lucrative - online scams have become in just a few years. From phishing…
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Michigan woman loses thousands in Gift Card-fuelled Tech Support scam
A Fairfax man, Sunyu Qian, has pleaded guilty to orchestrating a series of scams that defrauded victims of over $1 million. Among these fraudulent schemes, Qian used a sophisticated cyber-security gift card scam that tricked unsuspecting victims into purchasing gift cards to “resolve” fabricated subscription issues. Months…
