Presenter accused of Pix scam becomes pop figure and is courted by Bell Marques and ACM Neto
Marcelo Castro, a presenter implicated in a Pix scam, has gained significant popularity during the Bahia Carnival despite being charged with embezzling funds intended for needy families.
Scammer creates similar PIX keys to divert donations intended for the treatment of a 6-year-old child
A family in Sorocaba, Brazil, fell victim to a scam diverting donations meant for their son's costly treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
'Free flow' toll scam uses fake websites to steal from drivers; see how to protect yourself
Drivers have fallen victim to a new scam exploiting the electronic toll system known as 'free flow', where criminals create fake websites to mimic toll payments and divert victims' money through Pix transfers.
From the PIX scam to 'good night, Cinderella': see how to protect yourself during Carnival
As Carnival approaches, authorities provide practical tips and alerts to help revelers avoid scams and thefts amidst the excitement and crowds.