New research led by the University of Portsmouth uncovers how scammers operate worldwide, dividing them into five "monstrous" ...

That urgent email from your boss might not be from your boss at all. A fake boss scam is a form of fraud in which scammers pose as a company executive to trick an employee into sending money or ...

A new kind of scam uses a bit of engine oil and a lot of deception.

Can an AI tool successfully detect not just standard scams, but those created with the same technology? I put NordVPN's new offering to the test with advanced recruitment scams filling my inbox.

Something you can be sure of when it comes to scams and swindles is that the methods used to try to part you from your data, your money, or both are constantly changing—which of course makes it more ...

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A promise of easy money, a stranger’s call for help, or a message offering an irresistible investment opportunity. These are just some of the tactics scammers use to lure ...

On May 26, 2025, a crypto investor fell victim to a series of onchain phishing attacks. Crypto compliance firm Cyvers announced that the victim lost a total of $2.6 million worth of cryptocurrencies.

Ever wondered how someone could lose access to their WhatsApp account in a matter of seconds? The answer lies in cleverly crafted scams. Cybercriminals don’t need advanced malware or sophisticated ...