International Scams
Cross-border fraud schemes that target victims through international communication and fake investment opportunities. Articles cover advance fee fraud, property scams, and disaster relief exploitation.
Auto-Dialling Scam
How a modem hijacking scam in 2004 racked up massive phone bills by secretly dialling expensive international numbers.
Fake Lottery Scam
Scammers pretend you've won a lottery overseas, then trick you into paying fake fees with counterfeit cheques.
Offshore Investment Scam
Scammers lure investors with promises of high offshore returns and tax breaks, then pocket the money while sending fake statements.
Scammers Who Cash in on Disasters
Scammers exploit disasters and people's generosity with fake charity appeals and bogus relief funds, here's how to spot them.
The Nigerian Advance-Fee Fraud
How the Nigerian advance-fee scam works and why it's still costing victims millions every year.
Timeshare Property Scam
Timeshare scams use fake gifts and high-pressure sales tactics to trick people into buying properties that don't exist or aren't what they promised.
Wi-fi Evil Twin Scam
Hackers create fake Wi-Fi networks that look legitimate to steal your data and personal information when you connect.