Nigerian letter scam ends in murder: How a 20-year con convinced a New Yorker to risk it all
In 2002, a Central New York man, Daniel Herbert, fell victim to an all-too-common scam known as the Nigerian letter […]
Real-time identity theft: How scammers steal your data and ways to stay safe
As technology advances, identity theft has become a real-time threat, with scammers using sophisticated methods to exploit personal data for
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The dark side of the digital age: how seniors fall prey to scams
As technology advances at an unprecedented rate, it has undeniably transformed how society operates, bringing both positive changes and new
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Financial Scams and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Prevention
Temecula brothers sentenced for $2.1 million USPS insurance scam
Two brothers from Temecula, California, were sentenced in federal court after orchestrating a sophisticated scheme that defrauded the United States
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Police dismantle grandparent scam: key arrests in senior targeting fraud
A network of fraudsters targeting the elderly across Canada with a “grandparent scam” has been broken up after a major
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How to avoid counterfeit products online: Key warnings and tips
With online shopping reaching new heights in popularity, the risk of purchasing counterfeit products has surged as well. A 2023
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Fraud Prevention
Ensuring safety for seniors against scams and financial fraud
Elder fraud is a growing concern, with millions of older Americans falling victim to scams each year. In 2020 alone,
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Financial Scams and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Prevention
Stay scam-free: tips to avoid Publishers Clearing House frauds during holidays
As more people use digital communication, scammers have found new ways to trick retirees by using familiar names. Brands like
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The growing financial impact of scams on American consumers
Scams have become a significant financial threat to American consumers, with recent studies indicating that nearly 80 million individuals in
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Financial Scams and Fraud Prevention, Fraud Prevention
USDA takes action against EBT skimming after rising Visa scams
In a move to combat rising fraud risks, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is strengthening security measures for Electronic
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