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Several suspects have been arrested for creating fake profiles of lawmakers in Brasília to solicit money.

A man is accused of internet fraud in Lithuania for illegally obtaining €8,600 by offering non-existent cars and parts online.

A man in Lithuania faces trial for defrauding multiple buyers of cars and car parts through fake online advertisements.

An 87-year-old woman in Finland was sentenced to five months of conditional imprisonment for serious money laundering after unknowingly participating in a scam that involved transferring over 55,000 euros from online frauds.

This article provides essential advice on securing bank accounts against increasing digital banking fraud.

Viih Tube, a Brazilian influencer, lost R$ 6,800 in an online scam while attempting to sell a sofa.

Icelanders lost 70 million due to online love scams last year, highlighting the growing issue of internet fraud.

The article reveals that love cheaters defrauded Icelanders of 70 million in the previous year.

A young woman unknowingly provided personal information to a fraudster for obtaining loans in her name, highlighting the vulnerability of young people to such scams.

A new scam is exploiting the World Cup 2026 album to defraud victims online by advertising pre-sales of the product.

A Czech senior citizen lost five million crowns after being deceived by an online advertisement that prompted him to trust a courier.

Eleven individuals investigated for committing the 'false present' scam online were targeted by police in São Paulo and Taboão da Serra, with losses to victims exceeding R$ 160,000.

A man became a victim of a cyber fraud scheme, losing 7 crore rupees after trying to help a so-called friend.

The article discusses the reasons behind the continuing engagement of individuals with phone scammers in Latvia, highlighting the significant financial losses incurred from such fraud.

The article discusses a scam involving fake job offers related to social media likes, where victims are tricked into paying deposits after completing initial tasks.

A new scam utilizes Cash on Delivery services to trick victims into paying for unordered parcels delivered to their homes or workplaces.

Three Japanese individuals in their 20s to 40s were arrested in the Philippines for their alleged involvement in a special fraud scheme related to online casinos.

A man in Lithuania lost nearly 10,684 USD while attempting to rent a house online after being directed to a fraudulent site for payment.

The article discusses the alarming rise of convincing Amazon scams and offers advice on how to protect oneself and loved ones from falling victim to these types of fraud.

Martin Lewis warns social media users about fraudulent investment adverts impersonating him, urging caution when engaging with online content.

A man from Iisalmi reported to the police that he was the victim of a fraud scheme involving a female scammer he met online, leading him to send her €24,000 in gift cards over three years.

A woman in her 50s from Aomori Prefecture has been defrauded of 36 million yen through a TikTok romance scam involving a supposed investment opportunity.

A businessman in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, was cheated of 1.31 crore rupees in a significant cyber fraud involving online trading platforms.

A businessman in Saharanpur, India, fell victim to a cyber fraud involving 1.31 crore rupees under the guise of online trading.

A man from Přerov lost a significant amount of money in a failed attempt to acquire erotic videos online.

The Icelandic police monitored a live online scam where individuals were tricked into providing their electronic credentials to a fraudulent site impersonating the tax authority.

A young woman in Finland was sentenced to ten months in conditional imprisonment for defrauding victims out of thousands of euros by selling fake event tickets online.

The article discusses immediate actions individuals can take in online banking to reduce the risk of falling victim to scams.

A married salesman in Surat, India, has been arrested for deceiving and robbing a divorced Hindu woman from the U.S. after converting her religion and marrying her online.

The article discusses how Google AI Overviews can be exploited by scammers to insert fraudulent phone numbers into search results, and advises users on precautions to take.

The article discusses a situation where users experience difficulties loading a webpage, which may be linked to cyber scammers using a counterfeit version of Sportisimo.

Estonian banks are now authorized to halt suspicious payments and notify police in efforts to prevent significant fraud, with over €29 million lost to scams last year.

The Haryana police launched a significant campaign to combat online fraud and offensive content, removing over 1,600 links and taking action against 125 fake trading apps in coordination with the central government.

A man from Folkestone, Kent was scammed by conmen posing as car buyers who attempted to sabotage his vehicle by pouring oil on the engine.

A Finnish online store selling Chinese smartwatches falsely claims they are Finnish technology, raising concerns about its legitimacy.

A mother shares her harrowing experience of being deceived by a Tinder rapist who not only defrauded her financially but also manipulated her emotionally.

A man from Prostějov was scammed out of tens of thousands of koruna by a fraudster pretending to be a friend.

The Noida Special Task Force has dismantled a multi-state gang involved in online betting fraud, arresting six members including citizens from Nepal and India.

A 20-year-old man was arrested in Mathura for posting a controversial video on social media, claiming he could bribe police officials and auction the entire police station.

Nigerian socialite Henry Ikeji has rejected accusations of defrauding a Romanian woman in a $2.5 million online romance scam, claiming the allegations are part of a plan to damage his reputation.

A man fell victim to scammers after being convinced by a WhatsApp friend message to send money.

A woman in Gorakhpur, India, was defrauded of 1.2 million INR by a fraudulent technician after she contacted him through a number she found online.

The Maranhão Court has ordered Google Brasil to pay over R$ 32,000 to a woman who fell victim to a scam involving a cloned website.

A 39-year-old man from Thane lost over 1.17 crores to online fraudsters who lured him into investing in virtual stores on platforms like Facebook and TikTok.

Cambodia has recently closed nearly 200 fraudulent online centers as part of a crackdown on various internet fraud schemes.

A new form of online fraud exploiting WhatsApp contacts is spreading, where scammers request votes for fake initiatives, utilizing trusted connections to achieve their goals.

Florinda P. J., a travel agency manager, was arrested for defrauding clients out of over 100,000 euros after sending approximately 280,000 euros to a fictitious boyfriend she never met.

A judicial officer in Himachal Pradesh was defrauded of 600,000 rupees through a fraudulent online investment scheme that promised high returns.

The article discusses the implications of smart technologies making purchases autonomously and the potential risks of fraud that arise from it, especially in the context of Mexico.

The Iguazu National Park in Argentina has halted the online distribution of free tickets due to suspected fraudulent activity, requiring all tickets to be obtained in person instead.