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A Check Point Software report reveals that major tech brands were the most exploited in phishing attacks during Q2 2026, with Microsoft (22.6%), LinkedIn (11.6%), and Google (6.7%) leading the list. Criminals abuse user trust in well-known companies to steal credentials and financial data through fake emails and cloned websites. ChatGPT appeared for the first time in the top targets, indicating AI services are becoming new phishing vectors.
Advanced telephone scams using AI-generated voices have surged dramatically in Italy, with over 27,000 fraudulent cases reported annually. Criminals extract voice samples in just three seconds to clone voices and impersonate relatives or colleagues, demanding urgent wire transfers. The fraud techniques have evolved to include deepfake video calls and SIM swapping attacks.
A sophisticated AI-powered voice fraud attempt targeting an elderly couple in northern Italy used synthesized audio impersonating a family friend's voice to create a fake medical emergency. The scammers possessed personal details about the impersonated friend but were exposed when they referenced a non-existent hospital, failing to extract the demanded funds for fabricated medical expenses.
Taipei police arrested a money mule involved in a romance scam that defrauded a victim of over NT$5 million. The victim met an unknown woman on social media in September of the previous year and was lured into fraudulent investment schemes through romantic trust-building. The suspect has been transferred to prosecutors for charges of fraud and money laundering.
A 76-year-old woman in Italy became a victim of fraud when a scammer impersonated a Carabinieri colonel. Using false authority, the perpetrator gained the victim's trust and stole gold and watches. This impersonation-based scam specifically targets elderly individuals.
An elderly couple in Bayreuth, Germany, fell victim to a phone scam and lost β¬330,000. Scammers falsely claimed the couple's daughter was seriously ill and needed expensive foreign medications, persuading them to hand over the money. Police are seeking witnesses to the handover.
Scammers are using AI-generated deepfake videos to pose as wealthy individuals or celebrities on dating apps, building emotional connections before requesting money. A Filipino woman lost her entire year's savings to such a scam, and experts warn that this technology will become increasingly sophisticated.
Indonesia faces a surge in AI-powered voice fraud that exploits the rapid expansion of digital payment systems. Criminals use voice cloning and deepfake technology to impersonate family members and colleagues, deceiving victims into sending money immediately. More than 70,000 AI-based fraud reports were recorded from January to July 2025 alone, highlighting how fraud tactics are evolving faster than regulatory responses.
AI-powered voice cloning fraud is surging in Indonesia, with deepfake attacks involving facial and voice forgery increasing by 1,400% between 2024 and 2025. Scammers extract voice recordings from social media to impersonate family members or relatives, posing as people in emergency situations to commit financial fraud. Authorities warn citizens to verify unexpected calls through official contacts and never share OTP codes or banking information.
AI-powered deepfake and voice cloning scams have surged 1,400% from 2024 to 2025, with criminals using generative technology to impersonate relatives and friends convincingly. The scams typically involve fabricated emergencies demanding immediate financial transfers, exploiting social engineering tactics. Authorities recommend direct verification calls and two-factor authentication as preventive measures.
A woman from OsnabrΓΌck, Germany, lost nearly β¬1,000 to scammers impersonating pop star Robbie Williams on social media over several weeks. The fraudsters gained her trust by sending photos of the celebrity and convincing her to send money for allegedly blocked accounts. Police have warned the public about such scams.
A German woman was deceived through social media by a scammer impersonating pop star Robbie Williams. She communicated with the fake account for weeks before being asked for money. The fraud was only discovered when the imposter stopped responding.
Security researchers have discovered a new form of Android malware that exploits an overlay technique to display advertisements across the entire phone screen immediately after calls end. The malicious apps use system permissions to block regular functions, generating fraudulent ad revenue. Experts warn this technique could be adapted for phishing attacks to steal login credentials in the future.
Myanmar has passed a law imposing the death penalty for those organizing romance scam and crypto-related fraud networks. The law, passed with pressure from the US and China, prescribes minimum 10-year sentences and capital punishment for cases involving victim deaths or forced labor in online scams.
Scammers in Vietnam are increasingly targeting fraud victims with secondary scams. They monitor social media groups where victims seek recovery assistance, then pose as cybersecurity experts or lawyers promising 100% fund recovery. After gaining trust, they request sensitive information like OTP codes and private keys to hijack accounts and steal remaining assets.
A proprietor of two financial investment firms in Thane, Maharashtra, has been charged with defrauding at least 10 investors of approximately βΉ1.20 crore by promising guaranteed monthly returns of 5β6% through stock and forex trading plans. The scheme, which operated from 2022 to 2024, used partial interest payments to build false trust before withholding principal and remaining returns. The fraud exploits regulatory gaps and the rapid growth of India's retail investor base.
Two senior citizens in Germany fell victim to investment fraud. A 76-year-old man lost a mid-six-figure euro amount by transferring money to foreign accounts over several months after being promised high returns. An 85-year-old woman was deceived by an AI-generated video falsely advertising a German talk show investment scheme. Both reported the fraud after being asked for additional payments.
Police in Moscow's Krasnogorsk district arrested a 19-year-old courier working for a fraud ring after an elderly woman was defrauded of 3.5 million rubles. The woman was targeted after posting items for sale on a classified ads website, and was convinced by imposters claiming to be Russian financial monitoring officials to transfer her savings over a two-week period.
A phishing scam impersonating Brazil's municipal consumer protection agency (Procon Pelotas) is targeting business owners and entrepreneurs with fraudulent fine notices sent via email. The agency has already handled three inquiries from business owners questioning the legitimacy of messages demanding non-existent penalties. Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated techniques including fake protocol numbers and legal threats.
A 67-year-old Utah travel specialist lost approximately $850,000 in a year-long romance scam that began on LinkedIn. Rather than remain silent, she launched a podcast called "Romance Scam Rebellion" to share her story and interview other victims, advocating for survivors to fight back against scammers.
