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Get the news that protects you from vicious innovative scams of the 21st century. Stay informed and entertained, for free.

AI Scammers Are Getting Smarter in 2025: Here’s How to Stay Safe

In 2025, AI-driven fraud has reached new heights, leaving many unsuspecting victims in its wake. Here’s what you need to know to stay one step ahead.

Google’s New Scam Detection Tools Provide Real-Time Alerts

In an era where phone scams are increasingly sophisticated, Google is stepping up to protect users with new scam detection tools. These tools are designed to provide real-time alerts during phone calls, helping to safeguard personal information and prevent fraud....

Hacker creates 1 million virtual servers to illegally mine crypto

A recent operation led to the arrest of a 29-year-old man in Ukraine, accused of orchestrating a vast cryptojacking scheme. This scheme involved the creation of one million virtual servers, crafted using compromised accounts, to mine cryptocurrency illegally. Europol...

Rise of the ‘Bait-and-Switch’ Scam on Social Media Platforms

An alarming trend has emerged on social media platforms where users' compassion is exploited by online scammers using what's known as a "bait-and-switch" technique. Initially, these posts present seemingly urgent scenarios, such as injured animals or missing...

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Scams in the Marketplace

Scams in the Marketplace

I spend many hours each week grocery shopping. Prices are changing daily at numerous stores. Right now pineapples range from $1.29 to $4.00. The two for sales are clever as they increase the single price before they offer 2 for 1. Packaging is another scam. Reduce...

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GoDaddy Phishing Scam

GoDaddy Phishing Scam

Be sure to watch out for Russian phishing scams. This one in particular has sent fake invoices to an administrative email address through PayPal (as seen in screenshot) and also sent through the postal service. They most likely get your information from somewhere in...

How to avoid charity scams

How to avoid charity scams

When you decide to support a cause you care about, you want your donation to count. Doing some research and planning your giving can help ensure your donations get where they’ll do good. Here are tips to help you plan your donation– and avoid scams.  Do some...

Fake COVID Testing Sites

Fake COVID Testing Sites

You probably know that COVID-19 tests are in short supply. But did you know there’s no shortage of scammers setting up fake COVID-19 testing sites to cash in on the crisis?  The fake sites can look real, with legitimate-looking signs, tents, hazmat suits, and...

Debtors Need to be held Accountable

Debtors Need to be held Accountable

This scam is to discuss DEBTORS who scam companies and received services or merchandise and not pay. Here is a recent one. Debtor: American Midwest Clothing Inc Contact Name: Adnan Paryani Address: 2846 West 48th Place City: Chicago State: IL Zip: 60632 Country: USA...

Crowdfunding Scams

Crowdfunding Scams

Crowdfunding is one way to support a project you believe in and get rewards for that support. But the project you’re backing is only as good as the people behind it. Some dishonest people can take your money but produce nothing – no product, no project, and no reward....

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