Investment ScamsBernhard Eugen Fritsch, originally from Landshut, Bavaria, has been placed on the FBI's Most Wanted list for allegedly defrauding US investors of approximately $35 million through his technology company "Starclub Inc." Fritsch misrepresented contracts and diverted investor funds for personal expenses. He is suspected of being in or near Munich after fleeing Mexico in October 2025.
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Investment ScamsA 61-year-old man in Bibai, Hokkaido was targeted by an SNS-based investment scam, having already transferred over 1 million yen. Bank staff at Hokuyō Bank detected the fraud when the man attempted to withdraw an additional 900,000 yen, preventing further losses and demonstrating how vigilant financial institutions can help protect vulnerable customers.
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Investment ScamsAn investment fraud case involving Indonesian celebrity Ruben Onsu has been settled through compensation of 3.5 billion rupiah to the victim. His ex-wife Sarwendah expressed relief that the matter was resolved peacefully, avoiding prolonged legal proceedings that could impact their children.
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Investment ScamsSpain's regulatory authorities warn of increasing investment scams perpetrated by unregulated financial operators. These schemes employ sophisticated tactics ranging from social media recruitment to fake investment platforms and cryptocurrency fraud. This article explains how to identify warning signs and what steps to take if you become a victim.
Read more →Investment ScamsAichi Prefectural Police arrested five people, including a marriage consultation company CEO, for investment fraud. The suspects lured women who responded to side job advertisements onto dating apps, then posed as men to recommend investments and defraud them of cryptocurrency.
Read more →Investment ScamsIndonesian celebrity Ruben Onsu was accused of fraud and embezzlement after allegedly soliciting investment funds from a victim but failing to return either profits or capital. Police are facilitating settlement negotiations between the parties, and if both agree, the investigation will be closed.
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Investment ScamsEgypt is witnessing a surge in "Money Window" investment scams, where fraudsters promise monthly returns of 10-80% to collect funds from citizens, then disappear without repaying. Thousands of victims have lost millions of pounds. Legally distinct from traditional fraud, these schemes are prosecuted as unlicensed fund collection crimes carrying sentences up to 15 years imprisonment.
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Investment ScamsTurkish police have dismantled an investment fraud ring centered in Bursa that deceived citizens through online investment schemes. In simultaneous operations across six cities, authorities arrested 16 suspects; eight were remanded in custody while others were released under court supervision.
Read more →Investment ScamsA high-ranking Indonesian police commissioner has been accused by a Malaysian investor of investment fraud related to a gold mining venture worth approximately 5.85 billion rupiah. Experts suggest the investigation should consider not only fraud charges but also potential abuse of official position and influence.
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Investment ScamsAn 80-year-old man from northeastern Italy fell victim to an online investment scam that defrauded him of approximately €80,000. Fraudsters impersonating financial consultants used a digital platform to display fictitious gains, convincing him to make successive wire transfers to foreign accounts. Following suspicious banking activity alerts and police investigation, a 69-year-old suspect in Catania was identified and charged.
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Investment ScamsHanoi's People's Court convicted two members of an organized fraud ring that operated illegal foreign exchange investment schemes, defrauding victims of over 40 billion Vietnamese dong. The scheme involved posing as legitimate investment advisors and directing clients to unregulated trading platforms.
Read more →Investment ScamsThe Consumer Support Association has disclosed scam cases where victims are lured from social media through LINE and Discord with promises of side income, eventually being pressured to send cryptocurrency. Victims report being asked for additional fees under the guise of taxes and technical charges during withdrawal attempts, while displayed account balances do not guarantee actual withdrawable funds.
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Investment ScamsA new scam targeting car buyers has emerged in Russia. Fraudsters post advertisements for vehicles at significantly below-market prices, create artificial urgency by claiming multiple buyers are waiting, pressure victims into paying deposits, and then dramatically raise the price after receiving payment.
Read more →Investment ScamsAn Indonesian entertainment personality has been designated as a suspect in an alleged investment fraud and embezzlement case involving approximately 3.5 billion rupiah. The victim reportedly suffered losses after being promised investment returns that never materialized. Police have not made an arrest, citing the suspect's cooperation during the investigation.
Read more →Investment ScamsIndonesia's human rights organization YLBHI urged police to expedite investigation into a gold mining investment fraud case allegedly involving a senior police officer. The case involves approximately 58.5 billion rupiah in losses reported by a Malaysian investor. The call highlights scrutiny on police accountability for internal legal violations.
Read more →Investment ScamsA prominent Indonesian television presenter has been formally charged with fraud and embezzlement after soliciting investment in a product trading business while failing to return promised profits and initial capital to investors. The police investigation began following complaints filed in 2025 and is continuing to calculate the total financial losses.
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Investment ScamsThe Mangistau region police in Kazakhstan has issued a public warning about investment scams distributed through social media, messaging applications, and online platforms. Scammers impersonate brokers and investment professionals, promising high returns and risk-free investments while using fake websites and apps to simulate profits before demanding additional payments.
Read more →Investment ScamsA 75-year-old man in Germany fell victim to an investment scam after responding to online investment promises. The scammer first requested a small amount, then falsely claimed the investment had grown to €40,000 and demanded a €10,000 guarantee fee to withdraw it. The promised money never materialized.
Read more →US singer and actress Selena Gomez and her mother face a lawsuit over investment fraud and breach of contract related to their mental health startup "Wondermind." Investors claim they invested approximately $1.2 million while the company failed to meet obligations and Gomez did not fulfill promised promotional commitments.
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Investment ScamsHong Kong police reported 2,151 investment fraud cases in the first half of 2026, resulting in HK$1.65 billion in losses. In approximately 97% of cases, scammers impersonate investment experts and attract victims through social media, promoting guaranteed-profit investment products. When victims attempt to withdraw their principal, the trading platform disappears.
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