Skip to main content

Tag: scam tactics

2 articles

Concerned older adult holding cash in a bank lobby with blurred ATM screen.

FBI Warns of Courier Cash Scams Fueling Crypto Investment Fraud

Beware of scammers who are using couriers to collect cash from victims, often under the guise of required investments or fines to withdraw from a fake crypto investment firm. The FBI warns that these scammers will instruct victims to hand over cash to a courier, often using verification tactics like sharing a dollar bill serial number or password to gain trust.

Analyst 207
Crowded stadium concourse with people walking, some on phones, with a laptop on a food tray in the foreground.

Cybercriminals Target FIFA World Cup 2026 with Sophisticated Scams

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, cybercriminals are gearing up to scam unsuspecting fans with sophisticated ticketing scams, counterfeit sites, and panic-inducing mechanics. Experts warn that this major event has become a prime target for cyberattacks, with thousands of fraudulent domains and fake Facebook ads already circulating.

Analyst 207