Fraud
How to reliably identify trustworthy websites
As online fraud increases, these signals help you find reputable providers. Look for a legal notice, privacy policy, secure payment, licenses and fair terms and conditions.
Hackers steal over half a million credit cards using cheap Chinese AI models, simple prompts
Israeli AI startup founder pleads guilty to $27 million fraud scheme in New York
Israeli company finds over one million online fraud cases, including fake hostage forum listings
What is Tim Walz's role in Minnesota's welfare fraud scandal? - explainer
The Trump administration is ramping up federal enforcement in Minnesota, citing massive fraud tied to state programs, as Governor Tim Walz steps aside under growing scrutiny over oversight failures.
Fraud claims, wine money, Sharia: Ethical storms around Ilhan Omar’s husband
The legal battles facing Tim Mynett have reignited questions regarding the alignment of his business ventures with the strict Islamic values Congresswoman Omar champions.
Arizona couple admits in court to faking cancer-curing 'smart chip' device
At clinics in Arizona and several other states, Mary Blakley and her husband told patients that, for just $300, they could provide a full-body scan to detect a variety of potential illnesses.
'Tip of very large iceberg': Patel says FBI operating to dismantle Minnesota fraud schemes
FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau broke up a $250 million scheme that stole federal food aid for children during COVID, leading to dozens of indictments and convictions.
TerraUSD creator Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years over $40 billion crypto collapse
Kwon previously pleaded guilty and admitted to misleading investors about a coin intended to maintain a stable price during periods of crypto market volatility.
Key barrier to online fraud can be bypassed for pennies, say researchers
Throwaway phone numbers offer a cheap way to bypass authentication text defenses.
Belgian police detain suspects as EU diplomatic service faces fraud inquiry
Three suspects were detained in the investigation related to EU-funded training for junior diplomats, the prosecutors said.
Fraud awareness week highlights modern online threats and how industries fight back
Taxpayer-funded Swedish schools tied to Islamist extremist welfare fraud - report
A Swedish investigation finds over 1 billion kronor in taxpayer-backed preschool and school funds siphoned to an Islamist-linked welfare fraud network.
Histadrut leader Arnon Bar-David to be released to house arrest in massive fraud probe
Histadrut leader Arnon Bar-David faces a fraud and bribery investigation and will be released to house arrest. The probe focuses on preferential treatment in union-related insurance dealings.
