“Fraud Frenzy: The Latest Schemes of 2023” Various scams that are on the rise in 2023: Beware! The world of scams is constantly evolving and adapting, with new schemes emerging every day. Don’t be fooled by the old tricks in disguise or tricked by the latest, sneakiest scams. Even the smartest of us can fall …
With the growing popularity of cryptocurrencies, scams related to this emerging technology have become increasingly common. One of the latest trends in this area is the rise of crypto romance scams, where fraudsters use false identities and fabricated romantic relationships to trick individuals into giving them access to their crypto assets. These scams can cause …
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 …
