Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most powerful tools in the hands of cybercriminals.
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They specialize in online impersonation (soldier, engineer, oil worker), operate in teams, and share scripts, stolen photos, and โformatsโ (message templates).
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The internet is buzzing with ads for Web3 domains, promising a revolutionary shift from centralized control to true digital ownership.
โOwn a piece of the decentralized web before itโs too late!โ
they urge, highlighting benefits like blockchain-based ownership, no renewal fees, censorship resistance, and easy crypto wallet integration.
Scammers are increasingly creating fraudulent news articles impersonating trusted media outlets to lure victims into illegitimate cryptocurrency schemes. These deceptive websites often claim to be from respected publishers such as Financial Post, CBC, BBC, or CNN. By impersonating established journalism, scammers manufacture a sense of legitimacy.
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Blessing scams are deceptive confidence tricks that exploit cultural beliefs and fears of spiritual harm.
๐ค Scammers often pose as spiritual healers or community elders, convincing vulnerable people their families are cursed or at risk from evil spirits.
In todayโs world of digital convenience, QR codes are everywhere: on menus, ads, payment systems, and even packaging. While these scannable codes bring speed and simplicity, their careless use has opened the door to a dangerous scam: Quishing.
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Crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe and Kickstarter are powerful tools for helping others and funding creative dreams. Unfortunately, scammers exploit these platforms to prey on kindness and generosity. Knowing the warning signs can protect your wallet and ensure your donations or pledges go to real causes.
๐ต๏ธโโ๏ธ COMMON SCAM TACTICS
File-sharing platforms like WeTransfer, Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive are convenient and trusted, which is exactly why scammers target them. Criminals send fake file-sharing notifications to trick you into revealing passwords, downloading malware, or opening dangerous documents.
๐ How the WeTransfer Scam Works
Online resale platforms such as VarageSale, Vinted, and Facebook Marketplace have become popular destinations for people who want to make additional income or find affordable items. However, wherever there is money and convenience, there are also scammers.