Sextortion Crisis: 90% of Scots Child Crimes Unsolved
Shocking Police Scotland figures reveal over 200 under-16s targeted in sextortion scams, with a detection rate below 10%. Learn the risks and how to protect young people.
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Sextortion lawsuit targets Meta after teen suicide
The mother of a 13-year-old boy who died by suicide after an Instagram sextortion scam is suing Meta, alleging the company prioritised engagement over child safety. Read the full story.
The Com: UK's Teenage Cybercrime Pipeline Exposed
Exclusive analysis reveals 'The Com', a vast English-speaking cybercrime network of teens and young adults, linked to the Pornhub hack, sextortion, and attacks on UK retailers. The NCA reports a six-fold UK increase.
Santander: Christmas Online Scams Soar 75%
Santander warns UK customers as festive online shopping fraud rockets. Learn how AI-powered scams are stealing Christmas and how to protect yourself.
Global Partnership Against Online Scams Launched in Bangkok
Thailand and UNODC launch a global initiative to fight online scams, with Meta and TikTok joining. Learn how this partnership aims to protect victims worldwide.
Parents sue Meta after son's sextortion suicide on Instagram
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, are taking legal action against Meta, alleging Instagram's failures led to his death by sextortion. Read their fight for justice.
Parents Sue Meta Over Teen's Sextortion Suicide
Grieving parents from Scotland are taking legal action against Meta, alleging the tech giant failed to protect their 16-year-old son from online blackmail that led to his death. Read their heartbreaking story.
Parents sue Meta over teen's sextortion suicide
A Scottish family is taking legal action against Meta, alleging Instagram's safety failures led to their 16-year-old son's death by suicide following a sextortion scam.
GMB: Parents Sue Meta After Teen's Sextortion Suicide
Kate Garraway and Richard Madeley discussed the tragic case of 16-year-old Murray Dowey, whose parents are taking legal action against Meta. Read the full story and find support links.
UK parents sue Meta over son's sextortion suicide
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, are taking legal action against Meta, alleging its platforms' design flaws led to his death. This landmark UK case highlights the growing threat of online sextortion.
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.
1 in 10 UK children blackmailed online, study finds
Shocking NSPCC data reveals 1 in 10 UK children face online blackmail. Parents feel government and tech giants are failing. Learn how to protect your child today.
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.
Sextortion Scam Leads to Murder of Ohio Wife
A 76-year-old Ohio man is charged with murder after police say he killed his wife, driven by a $15,000 sextortion threat from a dating app. Read the shocking details.
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.
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.
Soldier jailed 27 years for sextortion scam targeting 100 victims
A serving British Army soldier has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for masterminding a sophisticated sextortion scheme that preyed on nearly 100 victims worldwide, using fake female profiles to blackmail and manipulate.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Police Warn Swift Fans Over Southport Ticket Scams
Merseyside Police launch urgent fraud alert ahead of Taylor Swift's Liverpool concerts, warning fans of sophisticated ticket scams targeting Swifties. Officers advise on how to spot fake listings and protect yourself.
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