Global Taxi Scam Hotspots: US in Top 10
A new study analysing thousands of Reddit posts reveals the world's worst countries for taxi scams, with Turkey topping the list. Learn the most common cons and how to protect yourself.
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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.
Fraud Expert's 6 Essential Tips to Avoid Christmas Scams
A fraud expert reveals six crucial steps to protect yourself from scams this Christmas. Nearly half of Brits have nearly been duped - learn how to stay safe.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
Social Media Rental Scams Target Desperate Flat Hunters
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
Starling Bank pulls ads from Facebook over scam fears
Digital challenger bank Starling has terminated its advertising on Facebook and Instagram, citing the platforms' failure to protect users from sophisticated financial fraud and investment scams.
Starling's AI fights Facebook and eBay scams
Exclusive look at how Starling Bank's revolutionary AI technology is protecting UK consumers from sophisticated scams on popular online marketplaces.
Fake Mum Groups Exposed: Scam Targeting UK Parents
Exclusive investigation reveals how fake mother-and-baby groups on social media are harvesting personal data and targeting vulnerable families with dangerous scams.
UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%
Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.
Investment Scams Surge 53% in UK, FCA Warns
The Financial Conduct Authority warns of sophisticated fraud operations targeting British investors, with reported cases jumping 53% in a single year.
FCA: Banks need stricter controls against romance scams
The Financial Conduct Authority warns banks must implement stronger safeguards as sophisticated romance scams surge, costing victims millions annually. New regulatory framework expected.
Social Media Travel Scams Cost Brits Thousands
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated cyber scams using fake social media posts and cloned websites to target British holidaymakers. Learn how to protect yourself from these devastating frauds.
Tourist Visa Scam Warning: Don't Get Duped
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated scam sites are tricking British travellers out of hundreds of pounds for visa applications. Learn how to spot the fakes and protect your money.
Hallmark Channel warns fans about sophisticated online scams
The beloved television network alerts viewers about fraudulent social media schemes impersonating stars like Lacey Chabert and Ryan Paevey, urging fans to stay vigilant against fake competitions and unauthorised merchandise.
TikTok star stranded at Dublin Airport after Meta account wipe
Kerry O'Sullivan, a popular Irish TikTok creator, was left stranded at Dublin Airport after a catastrophic Meta account failure deleted her identity and flight documents, sparking outrage over digital dependency.
Deepfake Doctors: AI Clones Push Dangerous Health Scams
Shocking investigation reveals sophisticated deepfake technology is being used to create fraudulent endorsements from real NHS doctors for unproven weight loss pills and supplements. Cybersecurity experts warn this is a growing threat to public health.
Albanian dealer sold cocaine via Facebook and TikTok sting
An Albanian drug dealer's audacious social media operation on Facebook and TikTok was dismantled in a major undercover police sting. Discover how officers posed as buyers to bring him to justice.
Meta Uses Schoolgirls' Photos in Ads Without Consent
Parents are in uproar after discovering Meta used their daughters' images, scraped from Facebook, in personalised advertisements without permission, raising serious child safety and data privacy concerns.
Solicitor suspended for 'terrible mother' Facebook post
Bernadette Gonzales, a family law solicitor, has been suspended for 18 months after posting confidential and derogatory comments about a client on social media, in a stunning breach of professional conduct.
UK Job Scam Alert: Fake Flexible Work Offers Target Jobseekers
Exclusive investigation reveals a surge in sophisticated SMS job scams targeting UK jobseekers with fake 'flexible work' offers. Learn how to spot the red flags and protect yourself from financial fraud.
Mother's urgent warning over 'free sperm' Facebook groups
A UK mother who conceived using a sperm donor from a Facebook group shares her terrifying story and the severe hidden dangers of unregulated online donations.
Urgent UK Warning Over New 'Friend in Need' Social Media Scam
Action Fraud issues a critical alert over a sophisticated new 'Friend in Need' scam circulating on Facebook and Instagram, urging users to verify any financial requests to avoid devastating losses.
Scottish Council in Racism Storm Over 'African Workmen' FB Post
A Scottish council has launched an investigation after a racist comment referring to 'African workmen' was posted from its official Facebook account. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and accusations of institutional racism.
Facebook Revives Iconic Poke Button In Nostalgia Move
The once-forgotten Facebook Poke feature is making a surprise comeback. Discover why Meta is reviving this nostalgic tool and what it signals about the future of digital communication.
Facebook Marketplace bed buy leads to shocking discovery in home
A woman's simple quest to buy a second-hand bed on Facebook Marketplace takes a terrifying turn with a deeply unsettling discovery inside the seller's home, leaving the internet in shock.
Romance Scams: How to Spot the Red Flags
Exclusive: UK finance experts reveal the devastating emotional and financial toll of romance fraud, with victims losing an average of £18,500. Learn the critical warning signs to avoid becoming a target.
Global Instagram Outage Locks Users Out of Accounts
Instagram experienced a widespread global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the app, refresh feeds, or send messages. The disruption, confirmed by Meta, sparked a flood of complaints and memes across other social platforms.
Dad jailed for life after Facebook Live murder of daughter
A German father has been jailed for life after he admitted to murdering his two-year-old daughter in a horrific act broadcast on Facebook Live. The shocking case has sparked global outrage.
Trump's TikTok U-Turn: Opposes Ban He Once Championed
Ex-President Donald Trump makes extraordinary intervention in TikTok debate, opposing US ban he previously championed and warning it would only boost Facebook.
Facebook Singles Pages Exposed: Predators' Playground
A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.
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