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A growing problem persists, as cybercriminals scam crypto investors
Cryptocurrency has always been a currency of choice for cybercriminals when demanding ransomware payments from companies, But it’s also quickly becoming the payment method of…
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NHS warning over Covid text scam that could steal your bank details
The National Health Service (NHS) has issued a widespread warning after it revealed a text-based scam that attempts to fraudulently steal people’s bank details. As…
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Fake bank accounts and spoof pension schemes are driving a rise in ‘authorised’ financial scams, data shows
Cyber criminals are using spoof bank accounts, fake investment opportunities and pension schemes that are too good to be true to drive a rise in…
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What you need to know about baby formula scammers
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Scammers have sunk to a new low, defrauding parents who are trying to feed their children. The Federal Trade Commission warns scammers…
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Straight dad’s shirtless social media snaps used in X-rated Grindr scam
A straight physiotherapist has had his shirtless social media snaps stolen by a scammer who used them to swindle money out of men on the…
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Watauga sheriff warns community of scam calls, emails – Watauga Democrat
Watauga sheriff warns community of scam calls, emails Watauga Democrat Read more…
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Fake Events & Phony Tickets Scam Alert
CROMWELL, CT — Many people are looking forward to fun festivals this summer. As usual, scammers are taking advantage of the building excitement. This time, they…
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Investment scam warning after Plymouth woman conned out of £60k
Citizens Advice Plymouth tells people to be alert and check out any investment opportunities flagged up via social media People are being warned not to…
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Gardaí raid ‘smishing factory’ and find 10,000 scam texts a day – linked to fake websites – were sent from phones
Detectives have uncovered what is described as a “smishing factory” during a planned search in the Tallaght area in which €40,000 in cash was seized…
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