A sim-swap scam is a type of fraud in which a criminal tricks a mobile phone service provider into transferring the target’s phone number to a device controlled by the criminal. The criminal’s goal is to gain access to the target’s personal information, including login credentials, bank accounts, and financial information. A criminal contacts the …
Recruitment scams are unfortunately something job seekers need to watch out for when looking for a new opportunity in Europe. While there are many legitimate recruitment agencies, there are also scammers who take advantage of candidates by promising them jobs that don’t exist or asking for money in return for help finding a job. In …
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You may have seen the ads: “Earn a fortune by stuffing envelopes from the comfort of your own home!” or “Make $25,000 a day working online!” Chances are, you’re also familiar with the accompanying feeling of dread, as you realize you’re being scammed. Unfortunately, these schemes are nothing new, and they’re only getting more sophisticated. …
Tinder Swindler Scams are a growing concern for users of the popular dating app, Tinder. These scams involve individuals creating fake profiles on the app in order to trick other users into giving them money or personal information. Tinder Swindler Scammers typically create fake profiles using stolen photos and personal information. They then use these …
Criminals are constantly inventing new scams to try and reap where they don’t sow. These criminals are always a step ahead. When authorities think they have figured out the mischief the scammers are upto, they quickly invent a new trick. One of the most recent scams targeting vulnerable citizens of Europe is the loan fee …
Giant cryptocurrency company FTX took investors by surprise towards the end of 2022, suddenly collapsing and going down with billions of investor money – estimated to be as high as $3.1 billion. The company, which had curved the image of king in the world of crypto, is now bankrupt and undergoing restructuring. Prior to the …
Beware of scammers who organize non-existent expos. An Expo scam is when someone creates a fake event, usually in the form of an exposition, and gets innocent people to pay for it in advance. They then disappear without a trace, leaving the victims out of pocket and without an Expo. One recent and high-profile example …
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also a time when scammers are on the prowl. They know that people are more likely to let their guard down during the holiday season and that’s when they’ll try to scam you. So be careful! A dating scammer will try to get you to …
Facebook Marketplace scams are on the rise, and banks are increasingly worried about fraudsters taking advantage of the marketplace to con unsuspecting users. In recent months, there have been a number of reports of people being scammed out of money after trying to buy items through the Marketplace. In most cases, the scammer will contact …
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Finding a great holiday destination is the dream of many. A good holiday in a great location sets the perfect environment to break away from the monotony of work or home, setting you free to experience the world in a different setup and soak in new experiences. But swindlers have taken note of this, and …
