“They steal people’s money and their hearts”: Romance scams targeting Mass. seniors on the rise
As more people go online to seek romantic relationships, and transferring money has gotten easier and less traceable, an ...
No, That's Not Brad Pitt: How Romance Scammers Target the Lonely Online
Romance scams, where fraudsters lure victims with false promises of love, prey on thousands of people every year. In 2023, ...
Romance scammers are taking advantage of Americans
Valentine's Day is here again, and while some people are spending it with their partner, others might be getting unknowingly ...
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Scammers Use Financial Grooming, known as ‘Pig Butchering,’ to Steal Victims’ Savings
It’s typically an overseas-based fraud where scammers connect with you online, form a relationship, then lure you into bogus cryptocurrency investments. The criminal may take weeks or months to ...
Meta is testing a new feature that warns users about romance scams
To fight again romance scams, Meta says it has built a bunch of tools that can help users stay safe. The company is currently ...
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How to Avoid Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day
Ahead of Valentine's Day and as part of our global anti-scam awareness campaign to protect people online, we’re sharing relevant tools, research and tips.