fraud prevention

Cryptocurrency fraud costs investors billions of dollars each year, but criminals are always improving their techniques. Illegal activities often occur in areas that are prone to hazards. They frequently use higher level laundering tactics, including mixers, to mask the source of their money. Firms such as CNC Intelligence and the...

Sun-drenched beaches, rich cultures … and, increasingly, a booming center for crypto-driven cybercrime. We’re not just speaking of small time fraudsters. We're talking about a sophisticated, globally interconnected network that's quietly building a house of cards, brick by digital brick. I worry that house is about to fall down. If...

We're at a crossroads. Cryptocurrency was once the Wild West of finance, but it is maturing into a real alternative for many. With that growth comes a chilling evolution: crypto scams are getting smarter, faster, and more insidious. Are we, the everyday users, hopelessly outmatched?As someone who’s been in this...

Following the death of Pope Francis, cybercriminals have launched a series of scams and malware attacks, exploiting public interest and grief. An illustrative photo originally published in February 2025. It has unfortunately now spread to numerous forums and social media sites forcing them to visit malicious sites. This latest incident...

The digital age has brought unprecedented access to information, but it has opened doors for malicious actors seeking to exploit human emotions. When a public figure like Pope Francis passes away, the global outpouring of grief and interest creates a fertile ground for scams. Cybercriminals are very fast to exploit...

I'm not easily shocked. Trust me, I’ve been around long enough to have witnessed some internet weirdness. The scope, gall and truly remarkable success of tech support scammers still regularly flummoxes me. It's not just about the money they steal. It's about the lives they unravel.Trust Betrayal Hurts The MostWe’re...

Imagine this: Sarah, a recently widowed grandmother, thought she was investing in a secure, high-yield crypto fund. She’d noticed an advertisement online — you know the type, promising “guaranteed returns” and “financial freedom.” The website looked professional. She went so far as to call and speak with a helpful “counselor”...