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fraud prevention

Lincoln's New Move to Fight Crypto Scams

December 18, 2025

In Lincoln, a new rule is being put in place to help people avoid falling for crypto scams. By December 24, businesses with crypto ATMs must put up a warning sticker. This sticker is a big red flag for anyone who might be tricked into putting money into these machines. The warning is clear: if some

technology

AI Firms Face Tough Questions on Fraud Prevention

December 12, 2025

Senators Maggie Hassan and Josh Hawley have taken a stand against AI-driven scams. They sent letters to major AI companies, asking how they plan to stop fraudsters from misusing their technology. The companies include Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft, OpenAI, Perplexity, and xAI. The senators wan

finance

How to Spot and Stop Bank Scams

November 6, 2025

Scammers are getting smarter and more sneaky. They pretend to be your bank and trick you into giving them your money. The Federal Trade Commission says people lost over $2. 9 billion to these scams. These crooks use fake caller IDs and even fake voices to sound like real bank employees. Scammers fo

technology

Maryland's Big Move to Protect Benefits Cards

October 26, 2025

Maryland is taking a big step to protect the money of families who need help. They are spending $38 million to update their EBT cards. These cards are used for food and housing benefits. The old cards had a big problem. Criminals found a way to steal $43 million since 2023. The old cards used a magn

crypto

MEXC Takes Bold Steps to Keep Traders Safe

August 27, 2025

MEXC, a big name in the world of cryptocurrency trading, has rolled out some serious upgrades to keep things fair and safe for everyone. They're going all out to stop scams, block sneaky bots, and make sure everyone plays by the rules. Let's talk scams first. MEXC has been on a mission to shut down

crypto

Beware of Fake Lawyers Trying to Steal Your Crypto

August 18, 2025

Scammers are now pretending to be lawyers to trick people who have already lost money in crypto scams. The FBI has issued a warning about these fake law firms that promise to help recover lost funds but instead steal more money. These scammers are clever. They contact victims out of the blue, claim

crime

Protecting Seniors from Digital Threats

June 24, 2025

In today's world, technology is everywhere. It helps us stay connected and makes life easier. But it also brings new challenges, especially for older adults. Fraud and cybercrime are big problems. Seniors are often targeted because they may not be as familiar with the latest tech tricks. This puts t

politics

Uncovering Waste: The Power of Whistleblowers in Washington

May 15, 2025

The future of DOGE might be unclear, but one thing is for sure: there are ways to tackle waste in Washington. There are already programs in place to fight fraud. These programs have been successful in recovering billions of dollars for the government. The IRS, SEC, and other agencies run these progr

politics

New Rules: Why You Might Need to Visit the Social Security Office Soon

March 19, 2025

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri

crypto

Crypto ATMs: The New Scam Hotspots

March 1, 2025

Imagine this: You walk into a gas station, and there's a shiny new machine promising quick crypto buys. Sounds convenient, right? Well, think again. These crypto ATMs have become hotspots for scams, with victims losing thousands in a single visit. The problem is so bad that Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin