Economic uncertainty creates fertile ground for fraudsters. When people worry about paying bills, covering loans, or keeping food on the table, scammers are ready to exploit hope, trust, and desperation. From fake loans and relief cheques to “get-rich-quick” schemes, the tactics are relentless, sophisticated, and increasingly difficult to spot.
I posted a warning about the “Note to Self” scam on our Facebook page back in May, and it appears to have resurfaced. Scammers continue to use familiar and alarming tactics to exploit people's fears, creating urgent demands for payment.
As contactless payments become part of daily life, a new form of digital theft has quietly emerged to exploit this convenience. Known as ghost tapping, this method of financial crime targets the growing reliance on tap-to-pay systems, using proximity and stealth to steal payment information without physical interaction. The crime is subtle, difficult to detect, and increasingly common in crowded urban settings.
In today’s digital world, web browsers are more than simple tools for accessing the internet. They have evolved into sophisticated platforms capable of assisting users with search, communication, and productivity. One such platform is Perplexity Comet Browser, developed by Perplexity AI.
In a world more connected than ever before, technology has become both a tool for unity and a weapon for deception. One of the most heartless schemes exploiting human trust is the Grandparent Scam a manipulative crime that preys on love, fear, and family bonds.
The 2024 Annual Statistical Report presented by the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) highlights a worrying trajectory of fraud cases across Canada.
The emergence of scam factories in Myanmar arises from a confluence of dire economic hardships, political turbulence, and rapid technological advancement. After decades of military dictatorship, Myanmar began transitioning toward a quasi-democratic regime in 2011; however, this shift did not yield the expected economic prosperity, leading to a fragile economy where millions struggle to secure employment and financial stability. This environment has created fertile ground for the rise of criminal enterprises, particularly those involved in scams and human trafficking.
Remote work has revolutionized modern employment, but behind this legitimate trend lies a growing menace: Laptop Farms. These are covert cybercrime operations disguised as ordinary home-based or freelance jobs. They appear to offer opportunity, yet in truth, they recruit unsuspecting people to power massive networks of fraud and digital exploitation.
Every few months, new names appear online promising to slash your power bill with a simple plug-in box. One of the most recognizable is StopWatt, along with identical clones such as Pro Power Saver, MiracleWatt, and others that vanish and reappear under new branding.
The latest viral trend sweeping social media is called The Senior Challenge, proud parents are posting collages showing their children growing up, from baby photos to high school graduation portraits. It feels sentimental and heartwarming. However, it is one of the most dangerous forms of digital sharing that exists today.