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Ireland's severe housing shortage and high rental prices create a target-rich environment for scammers who post fake listings on Daft.ie, Rent.ie, and Facebook Marketplace, collecting deposits from multiple victims for properties they do not own or control.
PlatformPinterest's aspirational content ecosystem is exploited by task scam recruiters who post Pins advertising flexible home income opportunities, directing users to WhatsApp or Telegram groups where advance-fee task fraud is operated.
CountryGerman residents are targeted by pig butchering operations that present as crypto or forex investment opportunities through social media contacts and dating apps, with platforms mimicking BaFin-regulated brokers to bypass initial suspicion.
PaymentQuishing (QR code phishing) tricks victims into scanning malicious QR codes that redirect to fake payment portals or login pages, harvesting bank credentials or directing crypto transfers to scammer wallets — appearing in physical spaces, emails, and social media.
CountryMalaysian investors are targeted by Macau scam variants, fake forex and crypto platforms, and pig butchering operations that exploit strong social media usage and high financial aspirations among working-age Malaysians.
PlatformScammers create detailed Hinge profiles using AI-generated or stolen photos to establish convincing romantic connections, before steering matches into financial scams including crypto investment, emergency money requests, or advance-fee schemes.
CountryIrish consumers receive fake Microsoft, Apple, and bank support calls claiming their devices or accounts have been compromised, and are directed to pay for non-existent fixes via gift cards, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency.
PaymentCryptocurrency scammers direct victims to send Google Pay transfers as an intermediate step in fake investment funding, exploiting the payment method's familiarity and trusted brand to make fraudulent requests appear routine.
CountryMalaysian mobile users receive fraudulent delivery notifications impersonating Pos Malaysia, DHL Malaysia, and J&T Express, directing them to phishing sites that harvest banking credentials or install malicious APKs under the guise of parcel tracking.
CountryCanadian rental seekers — particularly in Vancouver, Toronto, and Calgary — face a surge of fake listings on Kijiji, Facebook Marketplace, and Craigslist, where fraudsters collect deposits and first-month rent before the victim discovers the property was never theirs to rent.
CountryCanadian fraud victims who have lost money to investment, crypto, or romance scams are re-targeted by fake recovery services claiming affiliation with the RCMP, CAFC, or legal firms, charging upfront fees for fund recovery that never occurs.
CountrySingaporean investors are targeted by fraudulent trading platforms that falsely claim MAS licensing, recruit through Telegram investment groups and social media, and typically form part of larger pig butchering or romance scam operations.
PaymentMarketplace fraudsters request Apple Pay Cash transfers instead of platform-native payment, bypassing buyer protection and exploiting Apple Pay's trusted brand to make an unsafe payment method feel secure.
CountrySouth African consumers face romance fraud through Facebook, Instagram, and dating apps, with scammers posing as overseas professionals and quickly steering relationships toward financial requests or fake investment platforms.
CountrySingapore residents are targeted by phishing attacks impersonating DBS, OCBC, UOB, Singpass, and CPF, using SMS spoofing and fake login portals to harvest banking credentials and MyInfo personal data.
PaymentInvestment scam platforms that mandate cryptocurrency as the only deposit method use the irreversibility and pseudonymity of crypto transfers to eliminate any practical path to recovery once funds are sent.
PlatformScammers operate within Reddit's buy-sell-trade subreddits (r/Knife_Swap, r/GunAccessoriesForSale, r/photomarket, r/Flipping) using aged accounts with fabricated trade histories to sell counterfeit, non-existent, or misrepresented goods.
CountryIrish consumers are targeted by pig butchering operations through social media and dating apps, with scammers posing as overseas Irish or European professionals before steering victims toward fake investment platforms using EUR-denominated dashboards.
PaymentSome WhatsApp task job operations request advance deposits via bank transfer — framed as security bonds or training fees — exploiting bank transfer familiarity to appear more legitimate than crypto while still providing no recovery path for victims.
CountryPhilippine mobile users receive fraudulent delivery notifications impersonating LBC Express, J&T Philippines, Lazada, and Shopee logistics, directing them to phishing sites that harvest GCash, Maya, and bank login credentials.
PlatformScammers exploit Signal's privacy reputation to create a false sense of exclusivity and security around fake investment groups, using the encrypted platform to evade detection while recruiting victims into advance-fee and pig butchering schemes.
CountryNew Zealand consumers receive fake Microsoft, Apple, and bank fraud department calls, as well as pop-up computer scares, that trick victims into paying for non-existent fixes or granting remote access to their devices.
PlatformFacebook's advertising system, Groups, and Pages are exploited by crypto scammers running fake celebrity endorsement ads, fraudulent giveaway campaigns, and pig butchering recruitment operations targeting users across age groups.
CountryRomance scams targeting Chinese nationals operate through WeChat, Tantan, Momo, and international dating apps, with pig butchering operations based in Southeast Asian compounds specifically recruiting Chinese-speaking operators to target Chinese-speaking victims globally.
CountryRental scams in India's major cities — Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Pune — target relocating professionals and students with fake listings on NoBroker, Housing.com, and Facebook, collecting advance deposits and brokerage fees for properties the scammer does not own or control.
CountryPhilippine mobile users face high-volume phishing targeting GCash, Maya (PayMaya), BDO, BPI, and Metrobank, using SMS spoofing, Facebook Messenger links, and cloned e-wallet portals to harvest account credentials and OTPs.
CountryNew Zealand investors face a growing volume of cryptocurrency fraud through fake trading platforms, celebrity endorsement scams on social media, and pig butchering schemes that the FMA has specifically flagged as high-risk for the New Zealand market.
CountryNigerian fraud victims — particularly those who lost money to advance-fee, investment, or romance scams — are re-targeted by fake recovery services posing as EFCC investigators, international law firms, or specialised cyber forensics companies.
PaymentSome task scam operations request prepaid Visa or Mastercard numbers as the deposit or payment mechanism, exploiting the cards' anonymity and the victim's assumption that a widely used card type implies legitimacy.
CountryFraudulent trading platforms targeting New Zealanders impersonate FMA-regulated brokers or claim to be FMA-licensed to solicit cryptocurrency and forex investments, with the FMA's investor alert list growing consistently as new operations are identified.
PaymentRomance scammers targeting Canadian victims frequently request Interac e-transfer payments for fabricated emergencies, exploiting the payment method's dominance in Canadian peer-to-peer transactions and its lack of chargeback protection once funds are accepted.
PlatformScammers impersonate the official support channels of crypto exchanges, software platforms, and financial services on Telegram, harvesting login credentials, seed phrases, and personal data from users seeking genuine help.
CountrySouth African mobile users receive fraudulent delivery notifications impersonating Postnet, Aramex, DHL South Africa, and The Courier Guy, directing them to phishing pages that harvest banking credentials and card details.
PlatformScammers infiltrate Meetup groups to establish in-community trust before transitioning contact to private messaging, where they build romantic relationships and eventually present financial crises or investment opportunities.
CountryIrish consumers are targeted by phishing attacks impersonating AIB, Bank of Ireland, Revolut, Revenue Commissioners, and An Post, using SMS spoofing and cloned login portals to capture banking credentials and Revenue MyAccount access.
PaymentCrypto investment scammers instruct victims to wire large sums to overseas accounts as a 'crypto purchase' step, using the international wire transfer's irreversibility and the procedural legitimacy of bank transactions to extract substantial funds.
CountrySouth African consumers receive fake Microsoft, Apple, and bank fraud department calls that harvest remote access credentials, OTPs, and banking PINs, sometimes overlapping with 'vishing' operations specifically designed for the South African banking environment.
CountryMalaysia has become a high-frequency target for pig butchering operations, with Chinese-speaking networks specifically crafting culturally resonant approaches for Malaysian-Chinese victims through WhatsApp, WeChat, and dating apps.
PaymentSellers on online marketplaces who demand Western Union payment are almost universally fraudulent — the payment method's irreversibility and cash-collection model make it a definitive red flag for any consumer goods transaction.
CountrySingapore's high property costs and competitive rental market attract scammers who post fake HDB and condominium listings on PropertyGuru, 99.co, and Facebook Marketplace, collecting deposits from victims who cannot afford to lose their housing search funds.
CountryChinese mobile users receive fraudulent SMS and WeChat messages impersonating SF Express, JD Logistics, Cainiao, and other carriers, directing them to phishing pages that harvest Alipay, WeChat Pay, and bank credentials.
CountryFilipino fraud victims — particularly those who lost money to task scams, pig butchering, or GCash fraud — are re-targeted by fake recovery services impersonating NBI investigators, BSP officials, or international cybercrime units.
PlatformHow romance scammers exploit Nextdoor's neighbourhood-trust model to build credibility before pivoting to financial requests.
PlatformHow investment fraudsters use Twitch livestreams, chat raids, and fake influencer accounts to promote fraudulent trading platforms and crypto schemes to a young audience.
PlatformHow fraudulent sellers use Signal groups and direct messages to sell non-existent goods, exploiting the app's privacy reputation to evade accountability.
PlatformHow crypto scammers use Discord support impersonation, fake bot prompts, and compromised server announcements to steal wallet seed phrases.
PlatformHow counterfeit and misleadingly described goods circulate on Etsy, exploiting the platform's handmade brand to pass off mass-produced or fake items as authentic artisan products.
PaymentHow fraudulent landlords pressure renters into paying deposits and first-month rent via Venmo, then disappear — leaving victims with no buyer protection and no property access.
PaymentHow fake fund-recovery services target prior fraud victims by demanding Western Union wire fees to 'release' frozen assets or process a refund that does not exist.
PlatformHow phishing attacks exploit WeChat's mini-programs, QR code sharing, and group chats to steal credentials and payment details from users.
PaymentHow task scammers use Google Pay's instant transfers to collect commission deposits and fake upgrade fees from remote workers, then vanish.
PaymentHow romance scammers steer victims toward MoneyGram wire transfers for financial requests, exploiting its global reach and limited consumer protection.
PaymentHow advance fee fraud operators collect escalating bank transfer payments by promising a large sum that never arrives, leaving victims with irreversible losses.
PaymentHow fraudulent trading platforms accept initial deposits via wire transfer to appear regulated, before transitioning victims to irreversible crypto funding.
CountryHow romance scammers target people in Ireland across dating apps, social media, and messaging platforms, with specific patterns reflecting Irish digital habits and financial systems.
CountryHow investment fraud targets New Zealanders through social media ads, cold-call boiler rooms, and crypto platforms, with reporting routes to FMA and Netsafe.
CountryHow phishing attacks in Malaysia target Maybank, CIMB, and e-wallet users through fake banking SMS, Macau scam phone calls, and social media impersonation.
CountryHow fake tech support scammers target German residents through browser lockscreen alerts, phone calls impersonating Microsoft and Telekom, and remote access schemes.
CountryHow cryptocurrency fraud targets South Africans through high-profile investment schemes, WhatsApp investment groups, and fake exchange platforms.
CountryHow task-based job scams recruit New Zealanders via WhatsApp and Telegram, then demand cryptocurrency deposits to unlock commission payouts.
PaymentHow romance scammers move victims from emotional grooming to requesting direct bank transfers, and why this payment method is specifically chosen for larger financial requests.
CountryHow SIM swap fraud operates in the US, targeting crypto holders and high-value account owners by socially engineering mobile carriers to transfer phone numbers.
PlatformHow fake cryptocurrency airdrop scams spread through X using compromised verified accounts, reply spam, and promoted posts to drain wallets.
PlatformHow fraudulent sellers on Facebook Marketplace use fake listings, Zelle and Venmo payment scams, and fake buyer overpayment schemes to defraud both buyers and sellers.
CountryHow pig-butchering investment fraud has emerged as a major threat in New Zealand, with the FMA issuing specific warnings about crypto trading platforms targeting Kiwi investors.
PlatformHow parcel delivery phishing scams spread via Telegram messages, using channel forwarding and bot-generated links to harvest card details from recipients.
CountryHow fraudulent rental listings on German platforms like Immoscout24 and WG-Gesucht target apartment hunters with advance payment requests and fake landlord profiles.
PaymentHow fake lottery and prize notification scammers extract escalating wire transfer fees from victims by promising a large cash prize that never materialises.
PaymentHow fraudsters use account takeover to initiate unauthorised bank transfers, and how push payment fraud via stolen credentials differs from card fraud.
CountryHow WhatsApp task and job scams target UK residents with commission work offers that escalate into cryptocurrency deposit demands.
CountryHow scammers in India impersonate CBI, ED, TRAI, and courier companies to threaten victims with fake arrest warrants, extorting payments to avoid non-existent legal proceedings.
PlatformHow fraudulent sellers use TikTok Shop, TikTok LIVE commerce, and influencer-linked storefronts to sell counterfeit or non-existent goods to viewers.
CountryHow fraudulent QR codes are used in Australia to redirect payments, steal myGov credentials, and enable fake parking and dining payment fraud.
PaymentHow cryptocurrency scammers use MoneyGram transfers to fund crypto purchases that are then sent to scammer wallets, bypassing exchange fraud controls.
PlatformHow fraudulent recruiters on LinkedIn use convincing profiles, phantom job listings, and interview processes to harvest personal data or extract fees from job seekers.
CountryHow romance scammers target South Africans through dating apps, Facebook, and Instagram, exploiting EFT payment infrastructure and the country's large unbanked population dynamics.
PaymentHow task scam operators use bank transfer payments to establish legitimacy before pivoting to cryptocurrency deposit demands from remote workers.
CountryHow investment fraud targets Singaporeans through social media ads, messaging app investment groups, and clone firm scams, with SPF and MAS reporting routes.
PaymentHow fraudsters impersonate PayPal customer support to redirect refunds, steal account credentials, and install remote access tools during fake billing disputes.
CountryHow fraudulent organisations exploit US natural disasters and emergencies to divert charitable donations and impersonate FEMA assistance programmes.
CountryHow scammers impersonate Singapore Police Force officers and government officials to extort payments from residents under threat of arrest or legal proceedings.
PlatformHow fake cryptocurrency giveaways spread on Instagram through impersonated celebrity accounts, sponsored posts, and Stories that require sending crypto first to receive more.
PaymentHow fake mystery shopper assignments use Cash App to receive fake overpayment cheques and instruct workers to send funds back via Cash App before discovering the cheque was fraudulent.
CountryHow fraudsters impersonate HMRC through phone calls, SMS, and emails to extort tax debt payments or harvest self-assessment login credentials from UK taxpayers.
PaymentHow remote access scammers gain control of Android devices to initiate Google Pay transfers, enrol new payment methods, and drain linked bank accounts.
PlatformHow romance scammers exploit Bumble's women-first messaging model to establish credibility before pivoting to financial requests or investment pitches.
CountryHow investment fraud targets Canadians through exempt market offerings, social media crypto ads, and affinity group scams, with IIROC and CSA reporting routes.
PlatformFake crypto giveaways flood Discord servers and DMs, promising to double or multiply any cryptocurrency you send to a given wallet. No legitimate project ever requires you to send crypto first to receive more.
PlatformAttackers distribute malicious links through Discord DMs and compromised servers that, when clicked and connected to a crypto wallet, instantly drain all assets. These attacks take seconds and are irreversible.
PlatformScammers impersonate buyers and sellers in gaming-focused Discord servers to steal in-game items, accounts, or real money through fake escrow arrangements and fraudulent item trades.
PlatformBots and users in gaming Discord servers promise free in-game currency or premium items in exchange for account credentials, survey completions, or payments — all of which deliver nothing while stealing data or money.
PlatformPhishing attacks on Discord harvest login credentials, Nitro gift codes, or wallet keys through malicious links sent via DMs, compromised servers, or bots impersonating Discord's own notifications.
PlatformAttackers hijack Discord accounts through phishing, credential stuffing, and social engineering, then use the compromised accounts to scam the victim's friends and server communities.
PlatformFraudulent charity solicitations spread through Reddit posts and DMs, particularly following disasters or viral causes, directing donations to personal wallets or sham organisations.
PlatformPhishing attacks on Reddit harvest account credentials through fake login pages, malicious links in posts or DMs, and impersonation of Reddit admins or moderators requesting account verification.
PlatformScammers pose as tech support agents in Reddit help subreddits or via DM, convincing victims to call fraudulent phone numbers or grant remote access to their devices.