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Cybercriminals' Playbook: How Scammers Trick People in Just a Week

December 31, 2025

Scammers have a detailed plan to trick people into sending them money. They use fake identities and emotional tricks to build trust quickly. This plan is like a step-by-step guide for scammers to follow. First, scammers create a fake persona. They pick details like birthdays, jobs, and hobbies that

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Celebrity Scams: How AI Tricks People into Losing Everything

September 30, 2025

A woman in her 60s thought she had found love with a famous actor. She talked to him on the phone, watched videos he sent her, and even planned a future together. But it wasn't the actor at all. It was a scammer using AI to trick her. The scammer convinced her to send money, and she ended up losing

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Love Scams: A Growing Threat in the Digital Age

March 23, 2025

Online dating has become a popular way to meet new people. However, it also comes with risks, especially when it comes to romance scams. These scams involve criminals creating fake profiles to trick people into sending them money. One such victim is Beth Hyland, a 54-year-old woman who fell prey to

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Love Scams: A Bill to Protect Online Daters

January 6, 2025

Online dating has become a big part of many people's lives, but it's also a playground for scammers. Last year, over 64, 000 Americans were tricked into giving away over $1 billion in romance scams. That's double the amount from just four years ago! A 66-year-old woman named Sue was one of these vic

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Friend's Celebrity Chat Habit: A Red Flag?

November 18, 2024

Imagine your friend is glued to their phone, chatting non-stop with famous musicians. They might believe these celebrities are planning to visit or even ask for money. But wait, is this real or a scam? Let's dive in. Telegram, a popular messaging app, has millions of users. Some might be celebritie