German police warn of AI-generated cop scam
Hamburg police issue a warning over a sophisticated online scam using deepfake images of attractive female officers to lure men to paid websites. Authorities are taking legal action.
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AI Elon Musk scam costs man $45,000, marriage
A 69-year-old Florida man lost $45,000 to sophisticated scammers using AI deepfakes of Elon Musk. The incident has reportedly led his wife to seek a divorce. Learn how to protect yourself from similar fraud.
Scammers Cancel BA Flight, Costing Passenger £4,000
A retired London couple lost their BA business class seats after fraudsters, thwarted in a scam, spitefully cancelled their booking. Discover the security flaw and how to protect yourself.
Thailand Cyber Scam Crackdown: 1,200 Arrested
Thai authorities spearhead a major international operation against cyber scam syndicates, arresting over 1,200. Discover the details of the crackdown and its global impact.
Warning over 'clever' Captcha scam targeting UK users
A new 'clever' Captcha scam tricks users into installing malware. Learn how to spot the fake tests and protect your data and money from hackers.
Amazon's urgent 48-hour scam alert for UK shoppers
Amazon warns UK users of a surge in Black Friday scams. Learn the 5 essential rules to protect your money and personal information during the shopping event.
Musician's AI deepfake used in cruel romance scam
Birmingham musician Becky Baldwin fell victim to AI deepfake technology used to scam a Texas man out of thousands. Learn how to protect yourself from sophisticated romance fraud.
Fake Flight Cancellation Texts Cost Travellers Thousands
Beware of urgent flight cancellation texts this holiday season. Scammers are using fake alerts to steal thousands. Learn how to protect yourself and verify travel changes.
O2's Black Friday Scam Warning for UK Users
O2 issues an urgent alert ahead of Black Friday 2025, warning millions of UK users about a surge in delivery text scams. Learn how to protect yourself.
How to Avoid the iPhone Calendar Scam
Consumer expert Alice Beer explains how to spot the iPhone calendar scam and the simple steps to remove it and protect your device from fraudsters.
UK woman loses £34k in bitcoin romance scam
A British woman shares how she was scammed out of £34,000 by a charming man who promised bitcoin investment returns. Discover the red flags and protect yourself.
Cyber Scam Targets UK High-Value Bank Accounts
UK businesses and charities lose millions to sophisticated remote access scams. Experts warn against fake bank calls. Protect yourself and report suspicious activity.
Scammers posing as bank staff steal millions
Criminals are impersonating bank fraud teams, using remote access software to drain high-value accounts. Learn the red flags and how to protect your money.
Lloyds Bank Urgent Warning: £120k Lost in Courier Scam
Lloyds Bank reveals sophisticated courier fraud is sweeping the UK, with victims losing life-changing sums. Learn how to spot the warning signs and protect your savings.
John Lewis & M&S Warning: New Delivery Scam Targets Shoppers
Shoppers at John Lewis, M&S and other major UK retailers are being targeted by sophisticated text message scams. Here's how to protect yourself from fraudsters.
Royal Mail parcel text scam warning for UK shoppers
UK shoppers are being targeted by sophisticated Royal Mail text scams. Learn how to spot these fraudulent messages and protect your personal information from cybercriminals.
LinkedIn Purple Emoji Hack Targets Professor in Crypto Scam
Exclusive investigation reveals how political expert Robert Kelly's LinkedIn profile was compromised to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme using mysterious purple emojis, raising serious cybersecurity concerns for professionals.
Lloyds Bank £399 Scam Warning - Don't Get Caught
Lloyds Banking Group alerts customers about sophisticated new scam tactics as fraudsters exploit fake security alerts to steal thousands from unsuspecting victims.
Widower loses £1.2M to 'Tina from LA' scam
A wealthy British businessman mourning his wife's death from cancer was systematically defrauded of his entire life savings by an elaborate online romance scam masterminded by a woman calling herself 'Tina from LA'.
Couple loses £40k in sophisticated bank impersonation scam
A Brantford couple lost their entire £40,000 retirement fund after falling victim to an elaborate fraud scheme where scammers perfectly mimicked their bank's security protocols in a chilling case of digital deception.
Richard Osman targeted by AI identity theft scam
The Thursday Murder Club author becomes victim of sophisticated fraud operation using AI-generated videos to deceive fans and extract money.
Gmail Security Alert: Dangerous New Password Scam Exposed
Millions of Gmail users are being targeted by a sophisticated new phishing attack that could compromise your entire Google account. Learn how to spot and avoid this dangerous security threat.
Fake bride's £12k wedding scam exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a fraudster orchestrated an elaborate fake wedding in Turkey, swindling friends out of thousands while attempting to exploit a child cancer charity in her web of deception.
Sports stars targeted in elite school admission scam
A sophisticated fraudster exploited the prestige of top private schools in a brazen scam targeting wealthy sports professionals and their families, promising educational access that never materialised.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Gran loses life savings in Martin Lewis Bitcoin scam
A grandmother lost her entire £50,000 life savings after fraudsters impersonating Martin Lewis tricked her into a fake cryptocurrency investment, leaving her living in a caravan.
Mum's £75k Taylor Swift ticket scam nightmare
A devoted mother's quest to secure Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets turned into a devastating £75,000 fraud ordeal, exposing the dark side of ticket reselling and celebrity fandom.
Ex-council leader jailed for £188k romance fraud scam
Ex-council leader Simon Tuck, 51, convicted of orchestrating sophisticated romance fraud across multiple dating platforms, stealing nearly £200,000 from victims in elaborate con.
Samsung's Triple Zero Scam Alert: Urgent UK Warning
Samsung issues urgent warning about 'triple zero' text message scam targeting UK customers, revealing how fraudsters impersonate the tech giant to steal personal data and money.
Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
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