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Donation & Charity Fraud on Social Media: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Scammers create fake fundraisers or hijack real charity pages on social platforms to trick generous donors into sending money that never reaches the intended cause. What Are Donation & Charity Fraud Scams? Con-artists set up counterfeit donation pages—often...
Celebrity Impersonation Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Scammers pose as celebrities—using fake social media accounts, direct messages, or voice calls—to solicit money for charity drives, exclusive deals, or “personal favors” that never materialize.
Fake Investment & Scholarship Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
From bogus investment offers promising “guaranteed” high returns to fraudulent scholarship applications charging hidden fees, scammers prey on financial and academic ambitions to steal money or personal data.
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Digital Arrest & Foreign Police Extortion Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Victims receive unsolicited video calls from fake foreign law enforcement officers claiming you’ve committed a crime overseas. They threaten arrest or deportation unless you immediately pay “bail” or “fines,” often via wire transfer or gift cards.
Tech Support & Customer-Support Imposter Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Imposter scammers pose as tech support or customer-service agents—often claiming to be from Microsoft, Apple, or your internet provider—to trick victims into granting remote access, installing malware, or paying for fake services.
DMV Toll & Fine Smishing Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Scammers impersonate the DMV or toll agencies via SMS, claiming unpaid fines or fees, and trick victims into clicking malicious links or paying bogus charges. Awareness and verification are your best defense.
Pig-Butchering Cryptocurrency Romance Scams: How to Spot, Avoid, and Report
Pig-butchering scams blend romance with fake cryptocurrency investments, resulting in devastating financial and emotional losses. Understanding this scam can help you protect yourself and others.
AI-Powered Scams & Deepfakes: Recognize, Prevent, and Protect
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized communication — but scammers are also using it to trick people more convincingly than ever. From hyper-realistic phishing emails to deepfake voice calls, awareness is your best defense.
Donate Safely This Memorial Day: Spot & Avoid Veteran Charity Scams
This Memorial Day, honor those who served by making sure your generosity lands in the right hands. Learn the simple checks and red-flag warnings that protect you from fraudulent veteran charities—so your donation truly supports the heroes you’re saluting.
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Donate Safely This Memorial Day: Spot & Avoid Veteran Charity Scams
This Memorial Day, honor those who served by making sure your generosity lands in the right hands. Learn the simple checks and red-flag warnings that protect you from fraudulent veteran charities—so your donation truly supports the heroes you’re saluting.
Donation & Charity Fraud on Social Media: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Scammers create fake fundraisers or hijack real charity pages on social platforms to trick generous donors into sending money that never reaches the intended cause. What Are Donation & Charity Fraud Scams? Con-artists set up counterfeit donation pages—often...
Celebrity Impersonation Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
Scammers pose as celebrities—using fake social media accounts, direct messages, or voice calls—to solicit money for charity drives, exclusive deals, or “personal favors” that never materialize.
Fake Investment & Scholarship Scams: Recognize, Avoid, and Report
From bogus investment offers promising “guaranteed” high returns to fraudulent scholarship applications charging hidden fees, scammers prey on financial and academic ambitions to steal money or personal data.
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