People may invest in new projects that promise profits that seem “too good to be true” as a result of rags-to-riches tales supported by cryptocurrency investments. We’ve all heard stories of people who invested in cryptocurrencies and went on to become multimillionaires. It’s only reasonable to want to invest in what seems to be an […]
‘It felt like losing a husband’: the Scammers breaking hearts – and emptying bank accounts Maria, a 50-year-old finance professional, signed up for Zoosk in February 2022. She had been divorced for four years and was making a full recovery from her terrible marriage. I was prepared to meet someone at last, she claims. She […]
Experts share tips on what to do if you’ve been scammed out of money and how to protect yourself in the future. It was just a regular day when Jane Grahams Ph.D., a fraud investigation and recovery expert, called a family member to check in. “This is a really, really bright family member,” Grahams says. When […]
Cryptocurrency scams can take many forms. Similar to the money in your bank account, scammers want your crypto and will do anything they can to get it. To protect your crypto assets, it helps to know when and how you’re being targeted and what you can do if you suspect that a cryptocurrency and communications […]
Phishing scamsInvestment scamsLottery scamsOnline dating scamsJob offer scamsTech support scamsCharity scams Phishing Scams: Phishing scams are a common type of cybercrime in which criminals use fake emails, text messages, or websites to trick people into giving away personal information such as passwords, credit card numbers, and other sensitive information. These scams often look legitimate, using […]