A Colorado resident fell victim to a cryptocurrency scam, losing $6,000 in Bitcoin to scammers impersonating law enforcement officials. The victim was tricked into believing she had missed jury duty and needed to settle a fake warrant through a Bitcoin ATM. This incident highlights the growing trend of cryptocurrency scams and the need for increased awareness among investors.
In his latest ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised serious concerns about a new online scam called ‘Digital Arrest,’ where fraudsters impersonate officials to extort money from unsuspecting citizens. He outlined the modus operandi of the scam, highlighting the tactics used by the criminals, and provided practical steps to stay safe.
The UK is embracing the American tradition of pumpkin patches, but a shocking revelation is leaving many Brits feeling shortchanged. Turns out, many pumpkin patches don’t actually let you pick your pumpkins from the vine, they’re simply pre-harvested and laid out for purchase, leading to accusations of inflated prices and an ‘Instagram-worthy’ experience over authentic pumpkin picking. This article explores the controversy and offers alternatives for those who want a true pumpkin picking experience.
A new type of cryptocurrency scam has emerged, targeting users who download a fake version of the WalletConnect app on the Google Play Store. The fraudulent app, disguised as a legitimate solution, tricked over 10,000 users into linking their wallets, resulting in the theft of $70,000 in cryptocurrency.
A Singaporean vlogger, Chan Sylvia, has shared her experience with a rickshaw driver scam in Old Delhi, warning travelers to be cautious and avoid certain practices. Her videos highlight the importance of having cash handy, avoiding taxis at night, and not sharing your phone number with rickshaw drivers.
Alice Guo, the former mayor of Bamban, Philippines, has been arrested in Indonesia after being on the run for months. She is accused of being a Chinese spy and running an international scam operation. Guo’s arrest comes amid heightened tensions between China and the Philippines over the South China Sea.
The Ministry of Health has categorically denied reports of a potential leak of the NEET-PG 2024 examination paper, calling them false and misleading. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has filed a police complaint against those spreading these rumors, warning aspiring candidates to be cautious of scams.
A Delhi-based lawyer, Mukund P Unny, has accused Amazon of a possible scam after he lost his money without receiving a new iPhone 15 during an exchange order. Unny claims he was asked for an OTP at the time of delivery, and later pressured to return the phone. After filing a complaint, Amazon initially promised an investigation but then closed the case without any resolution. After the incident went viral on social media, Amazon has responded by initiating a refund process.
A Congress leader, Kandi Srinivasa Reddy, has been accused of orchestrating an immigration scam involving the manipulation of the US H-1B visa lottery system. According to a Bloomberg report, Reddy, a candidate for the Telangana Assembly elections, is alleged to have been part of a group that used multiple registrations to gain an unfair advantage in the lottery. This revelation has sparked controversy and raises concerns about potential corruption within the system.
From fake returns to elaborate schemes, retail workers have seen it all. This article dives into 17 unbelievable stories from employees about customers trying to pull fast ones at stores and restaurants, highlighting the creativity and audacity of some shoppers.
