Online Scam Resource Library

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Google Lawsuit Targets Massive Text-message Phishing Scams

CBS News | Google is filing a federal lawsuit against a network of foreign cybercriminals accused of launching massive text-message phishing attacks.

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Global scam attempts grew 65% over the past year

Security Brief Australia | Scam attempts have risen 65% globally over the past year, according to BioCatch. GASA estimates that consumers lose $1.03 trillion to scams annually.

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Scammers Are Driving around Blasting 100K Texts per Hour

Futurism | Scammers are using SMS blasters to increase their phishing game. They move around with the portable devices, sending thousands of messages with dangerous links to nearby phones.

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Researchers Used AI to Create a Phishing Scam

Reuters | Reuters asked AI chatbots to draft e-mail messages for a phishing scam targeting older people. The results show how scammers can use AI to conduct fraud.

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What Are Common Crypto Scams?

National Cybersecurity Alliance | From fake bitcoin giveaways to romance scams and shady investment “opportunities,” crypto scams are exploding in popularity.

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BBB Scam Studies

2025 | BBB | In-depth investigations outline how specific scams work, including how scammers use social engineering and manipulation emotions.