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Loan Scams via UPI
How fake instant loan operators in India collect UPI advance fees and how UPI collect requests are weaponised against loan applicants.
PaymentSextortion-Style Romance Scams via Revolut
How sextortion operators targeting European victims request Revolut payments as the collection vehicle for intimate-image extortion demands.
PaymentSugar Daddy Allowance Scams via Revolut
How fake wealthy benefactors in Europe exploit Revolut's payment features to execute advance-fee and overpayment traps against victims seeking online financial arrangements.
PlatformFake Online Partners on Dating Apps
Fraudsters build fake romantic profiles on dating apps to manipulate victims emotionally and eventually extract money or personal information.
PlatformLong-Distance Romance Scams on Dating Apps
Scammers pose as long-distance partners on dating apps, using the distance narrative to justify why they can never meet and to eventually solicit money.
PlatformFake Military Romance Scams on Dating Apps
Criminals impersonate military personnel on dating apps to exploit trust and sympathy before requesting money under the guise of military-related emergencies.
PlatformCatfishing Scams on Dating Apps
Catfishers on dating apps construct entirely false identities to lure victims into emotional relationships for financial gain, blackmail, or personal exploitation.
PlatformDating App Crypto Grooming Scams on Dating Apps
Scammers use dating apps to build romantic relationships and then guide victims onto fraudulent crypto trading platforms, resulting in devastating financial losses.
PlatformInheritance Romance Scams on Dating Apps
Fraudsters on dating apps pose as wealthy individuals with inheritance complications, weaving romance into a narrative designed to get victims to pay fees for a share of a fictional fortune.
PlatformLong-Distance Romance Scams on Instagram
Fraudsters exploit Instagram's visual culture to create aspirational fake personas, initiating long-distance romantic relationships that ultimately lead to financial exploitation.
PlatformFake Military Romance Scams on Instagram
Scammers build Instagram profiles using stolen military photos to cultivate romantic trust before requesting money under false military-related pretexts.
PlatformCatfishing Scams on Instagram
Instagram's image-driven culture enables catfishers to build highly convincing fake identities using stolen photos and fabricated lifestyles.
PlatformInheritance Romance Scams on Instagram
Scammers on Instagram present as wealthy individuals with frozen assets, using romantic manipulation to convince victims to pay fees for a share of a nonexistent inheritance.
PlatformFake Online Partners on Facebook
Scammers exploit Facebook's large user base and relationship features to create convincing fake personas, building romantic relationships that lead to financial exploitation.
PlatformLong-Distance Romance Scams on Facebook
Fraudsters use Facebook to cultivate long-distance romantic relationships with fabricated personas, eventually extracting money through manufactured emergencies.
PlatformFake Military Romance Scams on Facebook
Fraudsters create Facebook profiles using stolen military images to build romantic relationships and request money through fictitious military-related emergencies.
PlatformCatfishing Scams on Facebook
Fraudsters build detailed fake Facebook identities to deceive victims into romantic or personal relationships, exploiting the platform's social features to appear genuine.
PlatformFake Celebrity Romance Scams on TikTok
Fraudsters impersonate celebrities on TikTok to build romantic connections with fans, ultimately requesting money or personal information from star-struck victims.
PlatformCatfishing Scams on TikTok
Catfishers exploit TikTok's video content and DM features to create convincing fake personas, targeting young users for financial, romantic, or blackmail purposes.
PlatformLong-Distance Romance Scams on Telegram
Scammers use Telegram's encrypted messaging to sustain fake long-distance romantic relationships and extract money without leaving a recoverable evidence trail.
PlatformFake Military Romance Scams on Telegram
Scammers impersonate military personnel on Telegram, exploiting the platform's encrypted messaging to maintain a romantic deception and request money without oversight.
PlatformCatfishing Scams on Telegram
Catfishers use Telegram's encrypted, unverified messaging environment to maintain false personas in romantic or personal relationships without accountability.
PlatformCounterfeit Goods on TikTok
TikTok videos and livestreams are used to promote and sell counterfeit branded goods to viewers who believe they are getting genuine discounted products.
PlatformFake Discount Codes on TikTok
Fraudsters post TikTok videos promoting fake discount codes that either direct users to phishing sites, capture personal data, or fund fake referral schemes.
PlatformFake Brand Outlet Scams on TikTok
Scammers create TikTok accounts impersonating well-known brands, advertising deep clearance sales that funnel buyers to fraudulent checkout pages.
PlatformDropshipping Markup Scams on TikTok
TikTok influencers and shop sellers sell inexpensive dropshipped products at massive markups, concealing the true origin and value of the goods from buyers.
PlatformFake Review Scams on TikTok
Fraudulent TikTok creators produce paid or incentivised product reviews that misrepresent goods, manipulating buying decisions for financial gain.
PlatformFake Stores on Instagram
Fraudulent Instagram shops use attractive imagery and influencer aesthetics to sell goods that never arrive or are significantly different from advertised.
PlatformCounterfeit Goods on Instagram
Instagram accounts and Stories are used to sell counterfeit branded goods, exploiting the platform's visual appeal and DM-based purchasing to reach buyers.
PlatformSocial Media Shop Scams on Instagram
Instagram's native shopping features are exploited by fraudulent sellers whose polished accounts deceive buyers into purchasing goods that are never delivered or misrepresented.
PlatformFake Brand Outlet Scams on Instagram
Scam accounts impersonate official brand outlet pages on Instagram, advertising fake clearance sales to harvest payment details from brand-loyal consumers.
PlatformDropshipping Markup Scams on Instagram
Instagram influencers and shop accounts promote cheaply sourced dropshipped products at inflated prices, concealing the true origin and value of goods from buyers.
PlatformFake Discount Codes on Instagram
Fraudulent Instagram accounts and influencers promote fake discount codes that direct followers to phishing pages or earn commissions from fraudulent purchases.
PlatformCounterfeit Goods on Pinterest
Pinterest pins are used to drive buyers to external sites selling counterfeit branded goods, exploiting the platform's product-discovery format to reach brand-focused shoppers.
PlatformSocial Media Shop Scams on Pinterest
Pinterest's product discovery ecosystem is exploited by fraudulent shops that pin deceptive product imagery linking to stores that fail to deliver goods as advertised.
PlatformFake Brand Outlet Scams on Pinterest
Scammers create Pinterest boards impersonating brand outlet sales, directing brand-conscious shoppers to fraudulent websites that harvest payment details.
PlatformDropshipping Markup Scams on Pinterest
Deceptive dropshippers use Pinterest's inspiration-driven format to present cheap wholesale products as premium items, charging large markups to aspiration-motivated buyers.
PlatformAdvance Fee Scams on X (Twitter)
Advance fee fraud is operated through X DMs and posts, promising victims large financial returns in exchange for small upfront payments that are never refunded.
PlatformFake Airdrop Scams on Telegram
Fake cryptocurrency airdrop announcements flood Telegram crypto communities, directing members to wallet-draining links or harvesting private keys through phishing sites.
PlatformAdvance Fee Scams on Telegram
Scammers exploit Telegram's private groups and encrypted messaging to run advance fee fraud operations, promising financial returns in exchange for upfront payments.
PlatformFake Airdrop Scams on Instagram
Fraudulent crypto project accounts on Instagram announce fake airdrops, directing followers to phishing sites designed to drain wallets or steal private keys.
PlatformAdvance Fee Scams on Facebook
Facebook is used to run advance fee fraud operations through Messenger DMs, Groups, and fake profiles that promise large financial returns in exchange for upfront payments.
PlatformCrypto Giveaway Scams on Facebook
Fake cryptocurrency giveaways on Facebook target users through ads, Groups, and celebrity impersonation pages, using send-first mechanics to steal funds.
PlatformFake Online Partners on Telegram
Scammers cultivate fake romantic relationships through Telegram's encrypted messaging, exploiting the platform's privacy to isolate victims and extract money.
PlatformFake Review Scams on Instagram
Paid and fabricated product reviews on Instagram deceive followers into purchasing goods that do not match the claims made, generating affiliate income for dishonest creators.
PlatformFake Review Scams on Facebook
Facebook Pages, Groups, and Marketplace use fake reviews and testimonials to build false credibility for products, services, and businesses that do not deliver on their promises.
PlatformFake Discount Codes on Facebook
Fraudulent discount code promotions on Facebook direct users to phishing sites or generate illegitimate affiliate income while providing no genuine saving.
PlatformSocial Media Shop Scams on Facebook
Facebook Shops and Marketplace listings are exploited by fraudulent sellers whose polished storefronts and ads lure buyers into purchases that are never fulfilled.
PlatformFake Discount Codes on Snapchat
Fraudulent discount codes shared through Snapchat Stories and DMs direct young users to phishing checkouts or generate affiliate commission from purchases under false pretences.
PlatformFake Brand Outlet Scams on Snapchat
Scam accounts on Snapchat impersonate brand outlet sales, using the platform's ephemeral Stories to reach young audiences with fake clearance promotions.
PlatformFake Celebrity Romance Scams on Facebook
Scammers impersonate celebrities on Facebook to build romantic connections with fans, exploiting the platform's large older demographic to extract money through fabricated emergencies.
PlatformAdvance Fee Scams on Instagram
Advance fee fraudsters use Instagram's aspirational lifestyle content and DMs to present convincing financial opportunities that require upfront payment before a promised payout.
PlatformFake Review Scams on TikTok Shop
Coordinated fake reviews on TikTok Shop manipulate product rankings and buyer decisions, driving purchases of low-quality or fraudulent goods.
PlatformFake Review Scams on Snapchat
Fraudulent product promotions on Snapchat use staged reviews and testimonials to drive purchases of goods that do not match the claims made.
PlatformFake Celebrity Romance Scams on Instagram
Scammers create Instagram accounts impersonating celebrities to build romantic connections with fans, exploiting parasocial bonds to extract money.
PlatformSocial Media Shop Scams on Snapchat
Fraudulent sellers use Snapchat Stories and DMs to drive purchases of goods that are never delivered, exploiting the platform's disappearing content to evade accountability.
PlatformFake Military Romance Scams on Snapchat
Scammers pose as military personnel on Snapchat to build romantic connections with young users, using the platform's disappearing messages to obscure the manipulation.
PlatformDropshipping Markup Scams on Facebook
Facebook Shops and targeted ads are used to promote cheaply sourced dropshipped products at large markups, with misleading quality and origin claims.
PlatformFake Discount Codes on Pinterest
Pinterest boards and pins are used to distribute fake discount codes that direct purchase-ready users to phishing sites or generate fraudulent affiliate commissions.
PlatformFake Review Scams on Pinterest
Pinterest boards full of staged or incentivised product reviews manipulate purchase decisions for products that do not match the claims made in the pinned content.
PlatformFake Online Partners on Instagram
Scammers build convincing romantic personas on Instagram using curated profiles and direct messaging, gradually cultivating emotional dependency before extracting money.
PlatformFake Airdrop Scams on Facebook
Fraudulent cryptocurrency airdrop announcements spread through Facebook Pages and Groups, directing users to wallet-draining sites or collecting advance fees under the pretence of distributing free tokens.
PlatformFake Celebrity Romance Scams on Telegram
Scammers impersonate celebrities in Telegram DMs and group chats, building romantic connections with fans before making financial requests.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Finland
Long-con crypto investment fraud targeting Finnish residents through dating apps and messaging platforms, fattening victims with fake profits before draining their savings.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Finland
Fraudsters impersonate Verohallinto (the Finnish Tax Administration) by text, email, and phone, demanding payments or harvesting bank credentials through fake refund notices.
CountryFake Delivery Texts in Finland
Smishing texts impersonating Posti and parcel couriers tell Finnish recipients a package is held pending a small fee, leading to card theft and recurring charges.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in Finland
Bogus recruiters approach Finnish jobseekers on LinkedIn and messaging apps with remote roles that exist only to harvest personal data or extract upfront equipment fees.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Finland
Sextortion rings befriend Finnish users on dating apps and social media, obtain intimate images, then threaten to expose them to family and colleagues unless paid.
CountryRecovery Scams in Finland
Fraudsters re-target Finnish scam victims by posing as recovery agents, lawyers, or regulators who promise to retrieve lost funds in exchange for upfront fees.
CountryRental Listing Scams in Finland
Fake apartment listings in Helsinki, Tampere, and other cities lure renters and students into paying deposits for homes that are not available or do not exist.
CountryFake Online Stores in Finland
Counterfeit webshops advertised to Finnish shoppers on social media take payment for discounted goods that never arrive or are worthless imitations.
CountryInvestment Scams in Finland
Unlicensed brokers and fake funds pitch Finnish investors guaranteed returns through cold calls and online ads, then block withdrawals once money is deposited.
CountryFake Police Scams in Hungary
Callers impersonating Hungarian police or prosecutors tell victims their bank account is compromised and pressure them to move savings to a 'safe account' or hand cash to a courier.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Hungary
Fraudsters impersonate Hungary's NAV tax authority with fake refund and arrears messages designed to steal banking logins or extract immediate payments.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Hungary
Long-con crypto investment fraud reaches Hungarian victims through dating apps and messaging platforms, building trust before steering them into fake trading platforms.
CountryWhatsApp Job Scams in Hungary
Unsolicited WhatsApp messages offer Hungarian jobseekers easy part-time online work, then trap them in task schemes that demand deposits to unlock fake earnings.
CountryFake Delivery Texts in Hungary
Smishing texts impersonating Magyar Posta and couriers tell Hungarian recipients a parcel is held pending a fee, capturing card details and enrolling victims in hidden charges.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Hungary
Sextortion operations befriend Hungarian users on dating apps and social media, obtain intimate images, then threaten exposure to contacts unless payment is made.
CountryInvestment Scams in Hungary
Unlicensed brokers and fake funds pitch Hungarian investors guaranteed returns through ads and cold calls, then block withdrawals behind invented fees.
CountryFake Online Stores in Hungary
Counterfeit webshops advertised to Hungarian shoppers on social media take payment for discounted goods that never arrive or are worthless imitations.
CountryAdvance-Fee Scams in Hungary
Victims in Hungary are promised inheritances, lottery prizes, or business windfalls that require upfront fees, taxes, or 'clearance' payments that are never returned.
CountryFake Booking Site Scams in Croatia
Fraudulent accommodation listings and cloned booking pages target tourists heading to the Croatian coast, taking payment for apartments and villas that do not exist.
CountryRental Listing Scams in Croatia
Fake long-term rental adverts in Zagreb, Split, and coastal cities lure tenants and seasonal workers into paying deposits for apartments that are not available.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Croatia
Long-con crypto investment fraud targets Croatian victims through dating apps and messaging, building trust before steering them into fake trading platforms.
CountryFake Delivery Texts in Croatia
Smishing texts impersonating Hrvatska posta and couriers tell Croatian recipients a parcel is held pending a fee, capturing card details and triggering hidden charges.
CountryWhatsApp Job Scams in Croatia
Unsolicited WhatsApp messages offer Croatian jobseekers easy online work, then trap them in task schemes demanding deposits to unlock fake earnings.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Croatia
Sextortion operations befriend Croatian users on dating apps and social media, obtain intimate images, then threaten exposure to contacts unless payment is made.
CountryInvestment Scams in Croatia
Unlicensed brokers and fake funds pitch Croatian investors guaranteed returns through ads and cold calls, then block withdrawals behind invented fees.
CountryFake Online Stores in Croatia
Counterfeit webshops advertised to Croatian shoppers on social media take payment for discounted goods that never arrive or are worthless imitations.
CountryFake Police Scams in Croatia
Callers impersonating Croatian police or prosecutors warn victims their account is compromised and pressure them to move savings to a 'safe account' or hand over cash.
CountryPig-Butchering Scams in Slovenia
Long-con crypto investment fraud targets Slovenian victims through dating apps and messaging, building trust before steering them into fake trading platforms.
CountryFake Tax Office Scams in Slovenia
Fraudsters impersonate Slovenia's FURS tax authority with fake refund and arrears messages designed to steal banking logins or extract immediate payments.
CountryFake Delivery Texts in Slovenia
Smishing texts impersonating Posta Slovenije and couriers tell Slovenian recipients a parcel is held pending a fee, capturing card details and hidden charges.
CountryFake Recruiter Scams in Slovenia
Bogus recruiters approach Slovenian jobseekers on LinkedIn and messaging apps with remote roles that exist only to harvest data or recruit money mules.
CountryRomance Blackmail Scams in Slovenia
Sextortion operations befriend Slovenian users on dating apps and social media, obtain intimate images, then threaten exposure to contacts unless payment is made.
CountryInvestment Scams in Slovenia
Unlicensed brokers and fake funds pitch Slovenian investors guaranteed returns through ads and cold calls, then block withdrawals behind invented fees.