Social media scams are on the rise, with platforms like X (formerly Twitter) turning into ideal targets for scammers due to their large user base and real-time updates. According to the FTC, these scams have caused $2.7 billion in losses since 2021, with X being a key...
Games have become one of the most popular forms of entertainment, attracting millions of players of all ages. However, this popularity has led scammers to target this niche by designing scam games to exploit players’ trust, especially among younger audiences. A...
Going to concerts, sports games, or major events is an exciting experience, but purchasing tickets online isn’t always as safe as it seems. Research from Altia shows that over £6.7 million (around USD 8.5 million) was stolen from buyers through ticket fraud in the...
The use of cryptocurrencies is currently taking a distinct direction as they become part of people’s daily transactions. Today, this market their total annual growth rate (CAGR) is an impressive 99%, far higher than the 8% growth rate of traditional payment...
With the rise in cryptocurrencies, scams have become far more common, with reported losses reaching $679 million in just the first half of 2024, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Most of these scams result in total losses, particularly when there is a...
