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online fraud

When student data leaks in the cloud

April 17, 2026

Schoolbook publisher McGraw Hill discovered a gap in its online defenses this April that let outsiders view 13. 5 million user files stored on Salesforce. The hole came from a simple setup mistake, not a hacker tunneling through complex code. Attackers calling themselves ShinyHunters grabbed the exp

business

Guard Your Online Business: Smart Moves to Beat Scams in 2026

January 21, 2026

In 2025, fraudsters took a big bite out of companies worldwide, swiping 8% of their revenue. Big corporations might shrug it off, but for small business owners, this can be a knockout punch. So, what's the game plan to stay safe online? Scammers are getting craftier. In 2023, fraud attempts on busi

health

Beware of Fake Weight-Loss Drugs Online

January 17, 2026

The internet is full of fake weight-loss drugs. Scammers are taking advantage of the growing interest in GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro. These drugs are expensive, so people are looking for cheaper options. But be careful! Many fake versions are out there, and they might not work or eve

technology

Celebrity AI Scams: How to Protect Yourself from Fake Endorsements

November 13, 2025

Scammers are using AI to create fake celebrity endorsements, and it's a growing problem. A recent study found that 72% of Americans have seen a fake celebrity or influencer endorsement online. Taylor Swift is the most impersonated celebrity, followed by Scarlett Johansson, Jenna Ortega, and Sydney S

crime

The Clever Trick That Cost Online Shops Big

July 16, 2025

Two brothers from Ypsilanti were caught in a tricky online scam. They bought stuff from many online stores and then tricked the stores into giving them money back. But they didn't send the items back. Instead, they sent empty boxes or fake items. They kept the real stuff and sold it for profit. The

technology

The Digital Danger: How Cybercriminals Are Targeting You

June 6, 2025

The digital age has brought convenience, but it has also opened the door to a new kind of crime wave. This isn't about street crime or border issues. It's about the threats lurking on your devices and in your online accounts. The elderly are particularly at risk, as they often struggle to keep up wi

crypto

Crypto Love Gone Wrong: A $2, 500 Lesson

March 14, 2025

Cryptocurrency scams are on the rise, and they can happen to anyone. After a liver transplant, a woman from Boston found herself spending a lot of time alone. She turned to dating apps to connect with others. That's where she met David, or so she thought. David was charming and good-looking. He was

technology

Catching Online Fraudsters with Graph Networks!

December 29, 2024

Did you know that sneaky fraudsters and bots might have a tough time hiding online? Researchers have discovered a clever way to stay ahead of them, using what's called graph networks. They found that focusing on the details of network nodes was way more effective than using fancy graph embeddings. T

finance

Cryptocurrency Scams on the Rise: A Growing Concern in the Digital Age

September 16, 2024

The FBI's latest report highlights a startling 45% increase in crypto-related fraud in 2023, with victims reporting losses totaling over $5.6 billion. This surge is largely driven by a jump in investment scams, with nearly $4 billion in losses reported compared to $2.57 billion in 2022. The report u

finance

Rampant Crypto Fraud: A $5.6 Billion Wake-Up Call

September 16, 2024

The FBI's recent Cryptocurrency Fraud Report for 2023 has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, revealing a staggering $5.6 billion in losses due to fraudulent schemes – a 45% increase from the previous year. While only 10% of the complaints received by the Internet Crime Complaint Center (I