Shocking Fraud Losses: 2023 Statistics
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its annual fraud statistics for the last year and the numbers are shocking
Five Great TV Shows About Fraud
A curated list of five riveting shows centered around fraud and scams that are perfect for Thanksgiving weekend binge-watch sessions. Thrilling crime dramas and insightful documentaries offer a unique perspective on the world of deception and investigative success.
Very “Friendly” Fraud: Chargebacks and Promo Abuse
How real customers become fraudsters and what to do about it
Have You Donated to a Fake Charity?
You might have given money to a donation scam without knowing it. How to recognize charity fraud
How I Fell for a Job Scam and Lost Money
A very personal and slightly shameful story about me losing too much money to fraud
Basics of Cryptocurrency Investigations
Free online tools for cryptocurrency investigators that will help to follow the money
Becoming a Certified Fraud Examiner: Is it Worth It?
The pros and cons of getting certified as a fraud examiner
Why Fraud on Social Media Will Never Be Stopped
Social media companies profit from fraudsters and they will never take them down unless someone makes them
Google Voice Scam: When Scammers Check If You a Scammer
Online marketplaces have become a breeding ground for scammers looking to exploit unsuspecting sellers. A verification code sent by a scammer can lead to a loss of a phone number in Google Voice Scam
Yahoo Boys, the “Princes” of Cybercrime
Yahoo Boys are hungry and unstoppable, they commit the majority of internet scams with devastating results for their victims
Scam Evolution: From the “Nigerian Prince” to the “Rich Grandma”
The old Nigerian Prince scam has developed into the new Rich Grandma scam and is targeting a new audience on social media
Elderly People Lost Unbelievable $3.1 Billion in Scams in 2022
Elder fraud is on the rise and has an alarming prevalence and devastating impact on victims and their families. What to do if you were scammed.
9 Signs that You Are Being Scammed
This is a story about how I almost fell victim to Zelle scammers and how to identify a scam before it's too late.
Everyone Can See Your Leaked Data
Data breach services are great tools for open-source investigators to find data in investigations with limited information
Artificial Intelligence is a Criminal’s Best Friend
Experts are ringing the alarm bells about the risks of artificial intelligence ending in the hands of criminals. The lack of security measures and safety guardrails led to a boom in AI scams, malware spread, and misinformation.
New Brazen Pump-and-Dump Scheme Uncovered
What is Pump-and-Dump Fraud and How to Recognize It. Latest on the Fraud Blog