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Urgent Scam Alert: Spot Fraudulent QR Codes Draining U.S. Bank Accounts
Beware the QR Code Scam: How "Quishing" is Stealing Millions A dangerous scam called “quishing”—QR code phishing—is surging across the U.S., tricking victims into scanning malicious codes that drain bank accounts or steal sensitive data. Cybersecurity experts warn these scams exploit the widespread use of QR codes in everyday life, from parking meters to restaurant […]
Alert: Massive ‘How Are You’ Phishing Scam Targets 200 Million U.S. Residents
Beware: Hijacked Facebook Accounts Fuel Rising Impersonation Scams A surging impersonation scam is exploiting hijacked Facebook accounts, targeting over 200 million users with fake messages from compromised profiles. Starting with innocuous greetings like “How are you doing today?”, cybercriminals impersonate friends or family to lure victims into fraudulent schemes, such as fake government grants, giveaways, […]
Amazon Alerts 200 Million Prime Users to Critical Scam Targeting Accounts
Amazon Warns Prime Users of Sophisticated Phishing Scams Amazon has issued urgent warnings to Prime subscribers about a surge in phishing scams, where fraudsters impersonate the company to steal passwords and payment details. These scams spiked during and after Amazon’s July Prime Day sales event, targeting the platform’s 200 million members. How the Scams Work […]
5 US States Urge Immediate Deletion of Fraudulent Bank Account Scam Texts
Dangerous DMV Text Scams Target Millions in U.S. A surge of fraudulent text messages impersonating state DMV offices is sweeping the U.S., with millions receiving urgent alerts about unpaid fines or tolls. The scam, known as “smishing” (SMS phishing), directs victims to fake websites that steal bank details, Social Security numbers, and other sensitive data. […]
US Credit Card Scam Surge: Critical ‘Avoid Use’ Alert and Essential Safety Measures
Beware of Fake Retail Websites Stealing Credit Card Data A surge of sophisticated online scams is targeting U.S. shoppers through counterfeit websites masquerading as major retailers like PayPal, Apple, Wayfair, and luxury brands. These sites, often linked to organized crime groups in China, steal payment details without delivering products. How the Scams Work Fraudsters lure […]
FBI Urges 1.8 Billion iPhone Users to Immediately Delete Dangerous Scam Texts
FBI Warns of Surging DMV Text Scam Targeting Drivers Nationwide A spike in fraudulent messages threatens personal data and finances. Fake DMV texts use urgent language and fake links to steal information. (Example shown is NOT a legitimate message.) The FBI is investigating a dangerous texting scam impersonating state DMVs, with thousands of Americans receiving […]
UK Tourists Warned of Parking Scam Targeting Major Holiday Destinations
Brit Holidaymakers Warned of Parking Scam in Alicante By Esther Marshall | Updated: 13:00 BST, 12 June 2025 Tourists and locals in Alicante, Spain, are being urged to stay vigilant after reports of a sophisticated parking scam targeting vehicles across the city. Fraudsters are placing fake fines on car windshields, complete with QR codes that […]
"How I Fell for an Online Scam: Protecting Yourself from Financial Ruin and Identity Theft"
Jean’s $200K Scam Nightmare: A Cautionary Tale of Online Deception (Approx. 600 words) [Image: A person holding a smartphone with a "Words with Friends" game visible on the screen.] Jean, a financially savvy woman from the Midwest, found herself entangled in two devastating online scams, losing over $200,000 and facing 29 years in prison. Her […]
Alert: ‘Hi Mum’ WhatsApp Scam Uses AI Voice Mimicry to Target Parents, Stealing Millions
Beware the "Hi Mum" WhatsApp Scam: AI Voice Clones Fuel Fraud For millions, WhatsApp is a lifeline to loved ones worldwide. But cybersecurity experts warn of a rising "Hi Mum" scam, which has swindled victims of nearly £500,000 since early 2024. Here’s what you need to know. How the Scam Works Fraudsters pose as family […]
Alert: Single-Call Bank Scam Drains Life Savings—Critical Red Flags to Spot
A Cautionary Tale: Couple Loses Savings in Sophisticated Bank Scam Amelia Mandeville-Marinaro, 28, shared a harrowing TikTok video detailing how she and her husband, Pete, fell victim to a scam that wiped out their life savings, hoping others can avoid the same fate. The ordeal began when Pete received an urgent call from a fraudster […]