Tag: Scams
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California Attorney General Warns of AI Scams Targeting Residents
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issues a consumer alert to caution Californians about scams employing artificial intelligence, particularly those involving impersonation of government officials or family members. New Scams Targeting Parents and Grandparents Bonta highlights a recent scam targeting parents, where AI-generated voice impersonations of their children plead for help. Additionally, grandparents have fallen victim…
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Americans Lose $311 Million to Wire Transfer Scams: Homebuyers Particularly Vulnerable
In Denver, Colorado, and across the United States, wire transfer scams continue to victimize unsuspecting individuals, with devastating financial consequences. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Americans collectively lost a staggering $311 million to these scams. Among the hardest-hit are those pursuing the dream of homeownership, who often fall prey to sophisticated fraudsters. One…
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Scammers Targeting Storm Damage Victims in Wichita, Kansas
Following the recent storms that ravaged parts of south-central Kansas, residents in Wichita and surrounding areas need to remain vigilant against scammers posing as legitimate contractors. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns that these fraudulent individuals often exploit natural disasters to prey on vulnerable homeowners. Identifying Scammers Beware of Imposters: Scammers frequently masquerade as reputable…
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FBI Report: Seniors Lose Billions to Scammers
The FBI’s latest Elder Fraud Report reveals that seniors aged 60 and above suffered substantial financial losses in 2023, amounting to billions of dollars. Specifically, seniors lost a staggering $3.4 billion nationwide, with Georgia’s elderly population accounting for $92 million of those losses. Scam Victim’s Story: Joan Stone Joan Stone, a senior citizen, fell victim…
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Seniors in 2023 Lost Billions to Scammers
The FBI’s latest report on elder fraud reveals staggering losses among seniors in 2023, highlighting the persistent threat posed by scammers. Seniors Across the Nation Targeted According to the FBI’s Elder Fraud Report, individuals aged 60 and above collectively lost a staggering $3.4 billion to scams in 2023. Georgia alone accounted for $92 million of…
