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US recovers $225 million of crypto stolen in investment scams
The U.S. Department of Justice has seized more than $225 million in cryptocurrency linked to investment fraud and money laundering operations, the largest crypto seizure in the history of the U.S. Secret Service. The state’s investigators used blockchain analysis to trace the funds stolen from over 400 victims, which were then laundered through a complex network of cryptocurrency addresses to…
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Paddle settles for $5 million over facilitating tech support scams
Paddle.com and its U.S. subsidiary will pay $5 million to settle Federal Trade Commission (FTC) allegations that the company facilitated deceptive tech-support schemes that harmed many U.S. consumers, including older adults. Paddle, a UK-based payment processor, offers payments, tax handling, compliance, and checkout infrastructure for software and digital product sellers by acting as a “merchant of record.” According to the…
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Those Investment Ads on Facebook Are Scams
Investment scams aren’t anything new: Bad actors have long used pump-and-dump tactics to hype stocks or cryptocurrencies, preying on emotions like fear and greed. And who wouldn’t want big—or even steady—returns on their money, especially amidst tariffs and other economic turmoil? Scammers are currently capitalizing on this with fraudulent Facebook ads to lure users into handing over large sums of…
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US sanctions firm linked to cyber scams behind $200 million in losses
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Funnull Technology, a Philippines-based company that supports hundreds of thousands of malicious websites behind cyber scams linked to over $200 million in losses for Americans. Funnull facilitated virtual currency investment scams (also known as romance baiting and pig butchering) by buying IP addresses in bulk from various cloud service providers. The company sold these…
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Common cryptocurrency scams and how to avoid them
Cryptocurrency scams keep evolving, but most follow familiar tricks that prey on urgency, confusion, or excitement. Knowing what to watch for makes a big difference. This guide breaks down common cryptocurrency scams and how to avoid them without getting overwhelmed. You’ll find the most common scams range from fake exchanges and investment traps to phishing, blackmail, and shady mining or…
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How to spot fake job scams in 2025
Navigating the job market requires skill, determination, and a keen awareness of potential pitfalls, especially when it comes to online searches. The search for a new job can be exciting and hopeful, but it’s also a time when job seekers are vulnerable to scams. Unfortunately, fake job postings are a prevalent issue, designed to trick unsuspecting applicants out of their…
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Google Chrome to use on-device AI to detect tech support scams
Google is implementing a new Chrome security feature that uses the built-in ‘Gemini Nano’ large-language model (LLM) to detect and block tech support scams while browsing the web. Tech support scams are malicious websites that trick users into thinking their computer has a virus infection or other problem. These alerts are shown as full-screen browser windows or will display additional pop-ups, making…
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Chrome Is Using Gemini Nano AI to Detect Scams
Google is using its artificial intelligence, Gemini Nano, to fight online scams more effectively. The AI is changing how the Chrome browser, Android devices, and Google Search detects and stops fraudulent activity in real time. This new method is more advanced than older techniques, which should help protect users from new threats and keep up with scammers’ constantly changing tactics.…
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Five New Scams That Prey on Tariff Confusion
If you’re like most people, you probably didn’t think a whole lot about tariffs before this year. And if you’re like most people, you’ve probably spent this year thinking a lot about tariffs—specifically, how they’re going to impact your life. Whether it’s worry over higher prices and empty store shelves or more generalized economic anxiety, these certainly are exciting times.…
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Are Those Delivery Messages You Get Scams or Actually Real?
According to cybersecurity expert Joseph Steinberg, these scams aren’t new and persist because they work. “They’re great scams from the perspective of the scammer,” Steinberg says. “There are two things going on in the scammer’s favor. If I send out enough emails, especially during holiday time, I am essentially guaranteed that somebody who’s getting it is going to have just…
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