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Cyber fraud stories - Page 2
Emerging multimedia Bitcoin scams use deceptive MMS videos
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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physical security
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cybersecurity
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identity theft
A study by Proofpoint reveals a rise in Bitcoin scams utilising video attachments in multimedia messages, evolving from static images to deceive victims.
Kaspersky warns of surge in Chinese New Year scams
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
As Chinese New Year 2025 approaches, Kaspersky warns of a rise in fraudulent websites exploiting the festive spirit, enticing consumers with fake deals.
PayPal warns Aussies of risky shopping ahead of sales
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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edutech
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email security
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payment technologies
PayPal's latest research reveals a 9% rise in risky shopping habits among Australians ahead of Boxing Day, raising alarm over potential scams.
Businesses face $2.58 million in losses per hour from bots
Fri, 20th Dec 2024
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endpoint protection
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martech
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commerce systems
Cequence warns businesses could face average losses of USD $2.58 million per hour this December due to surging malicious bot traffic and fraud.
Bureau raises USD $30m Series B amid soaring fraud costs
Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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gaming
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fintech
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cx
Bureau has raised USD $30 million in a Series B funding round, aiming to tackle the global fraud crisis, which costs USD $486 billion each year.
Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise
Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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genai
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cybersecurity
Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.
Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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uc
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devops
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digital entertainment
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.
Bitdefender joins the Global Anti-Scam Alliance to combat fraud
Thu, 30th May 2024
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email security
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llms
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ai
Bitdefender partners with the Global Anti-Scam Alliance to combat rising AI-driven scams, leveraging its tech expertise to protect global consumers from online fraud.
ESET identifies dramatic rise in deceptive SpyLoan apps in APAC region
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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google
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loan platfom
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aras
ESET reports a marked increase in deceptive SpyLoan apps targeting the APAC region, posing a serious cyber threat.