Tag: fraud

Top 10 scams targeting seniors – and how to keep your money safe

March 6, 2024

The internet can be a wonderful place. But it’s also awash with fraudsters targeting people who are susceptible to fraud. We’re all getting older. That’s good news for digital fraudsters, who see rich pickings to be had in a rapidly ageing society. They’re increasingly targeting senior citizens because they suspect these targets to have more … More Top 10 scams targeting seniors – and how to keep your money safe

Don’t let your desire for love benefit scammers’ lust for data

February 13, 2024

Asking for money or intimate photos is out of date. Romance scams are getting more sophisticated. Valentine’s Day is coming up, but this holiday is not always a simple celebration of love with bouquets, chocolate, and romantic dinners. For those who are still on a quest to find the right partner, it may be a … More Don’t let your desire for love benefit scammers’ lust for data

Fake friends and followers on social media – and how to spot them

October 6, 2023

One of the biggest threats to watch out for on social media is fraud perpetrated by people who aren’t who they claim to be. Here’s how to recognize them. Some 4.5 billion people worldwide, or almost 55 percent of the global population, have at least one account with one of the big players. And global internet users … More Fake friends and followers on social media – and how to spot them

Tricks of the trade: How a cybercrime ring operated a multi‑level fraud scheme

May 30, 2023

A peek under the hood of a cybercrime operation and what you can do to avoid being an easy target for similar ploys. They hacked into corporate emails, stole money from people and businesses, and tricked others into transferring the loot. Nigerian nationals Solomon Ekunke Okpe and Johnson Uke Obogo ran a sophisticated fraud scheme … More Tricks of the trade: How a cybercrime ring operated a multi‑level fraud scheme

LinkedIn scammers step up sophistication of online attacks

February 27, 2023

LinkedIn has been hit by a rise in sophisticated recruiting scams as fraudsters seek to cash in on the trend of remote working and widespread layoffs in the tech industry. Job seekers from the world’s largest professional network are being cheated out of money after participating in fake recruitment processes set up by scammers posing … More LinkedIn scammers step up sophistication of online attacks