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PhishingAOK Hessen reported a 10% increase in healthcare fraud cases to 1,232 incidents in 2024-2025, with confirmed claims reaching €4.8 million. Simultaneously, the German Federal Criminal Police (BKA) partnered with the FBI and Indonesian authorities to dismantle the "Kratos" phishing service, which had distributed approximately 96,000 fraudulent apps and served roughly 1,800 criminal clients.
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Investment ScamsA fraud scheme involving fake consortium credit letters is spreading rapidly across Brazilian social media platforms. Scammers pose as legitimate lenders, offer below-market prices, and disappear after receiving advance payments from victims seeking quick credit.
Read more →Kaspersky has revealed new phishing scams targeting travelers during peak summer travel season. Attackers are creating counterfeit websites that mirror major telecom operators, stealing personal data and payment information. AI-enhanced fake pages are nearly indistinguishable from legitimate sites, leading to account compromises and identity theft.
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Emerging ScamsPolice in Genoa, Italy have broken up a scam operation in which fraudsters posed as mobile mechanics to extract money from unsuspecting drivers by claiming false vehicle defects. Three Peruvian nationals were apprehended with tools and fake parts used to simulate damage.
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Investment ScamsMultiple fraud cases involving the fake investment platform "RoboBroker" have been reported in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Victims were lured with promises of high returns, only to face withdrawal restrictions and demands for tax payments and overseas transfers. The platform has been blacklisted by financial regulators in Spain and Belgium.
Read more →Emerging ScamsIn Ancona, Italy, two men posing as appliance repair technicians defrauded a 70-year-old resident by charging for maintenance work that was never performed. Carabinieri investigations identified three suspects, all with prior police records, and filed fraud charges against them.
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Investment ScamsFake investment information claiming that Taiwan's popular ETF "0050" will split has been spreading on social media platforms like Threads. Scammers use the false split rumors to attract investors via social media, luring them into fraudulent investment groups and promoting suspicious financial products. Yuanta Investment Trust has officially denied any stock split and urged investors to verify information through official channels.
Read more →PhishingScammers are sending fake bank alerts via SMS and luring victims into FaceTime calls where they request screen sharing to access banking apps and steal sensitive data including account numbers and one-time authentication codes. The scheme combines psychological manipulation with urgency to lower victims' defenses.
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Elder ScamsThe Tokyo District Prosecutors Office hosted a summer event where approximately 160 elementary school students experienced the work of prosecutors. Students analyzed a case involving elder fraud and practiced determining whether to indict suspects, gaining insight into legal reasoning and fraud dangers.
Read more →Elder ScamsThree elderly people in Attendorn, Germany fell victim to a scam involving fraudsters posing as bank employees. The perpetrators used a combination of phone calls and home visits to obtain bank cards and PIN numbers, subsequently withdrawing funds from the victims' accounts.
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Elder ScamsA 78-year-old resident of Nizhny Novgorod fell victim to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials, losing all his savings and 17 gold coins worth over 13.4 million rubles. The scammers claimed the money transfer was necessary to refute accusations of financing a hostile country.
Read more →Elder ScamsAn 85-year-old retiree in Orenburg, Russia fell victim to a new fraudulent scheme involving fake medical treatment offers from Moscow clinics. The scammer promised guaranteed compensation of 5 million rubles after treatment in exchange for a charitable donation.
Read more →Elder ScamsA 21-year-old man was arrested in Padua, Italy for attempting to defraud an 84-year-old resident using the 'fake police officer' scam. The suspect, impersonating a marshal investigating stolen jewelry, attempted to collect valuables from the elderly victim's home but was caught when the victim's son alerted authorities.
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Crypto ScamsSpanish National Police are investigating a cryptocurrency investment fraud in Palma involving €270,000 in losses. Scammers promised high returns through a fraudulent platform, then demanded additional payments to 'unlock' invested funds. Blockchain tracking recovered €40,500. A separate SMS phishing fraud impersonating a bank resulted in €55,500 in partial recovery.
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AI Voice ScamsChinese authorities are intensifying efforts against AI-enabled fraud and scams. In the first half of 2026, police investigated over 170 AI-related online rumor cases and prosecuted more than 190 individuals. The government has deployed AI detection tools and strengthened regulations to combat deepfakes and AI-generated fraud schemes.
Read more →AI Voice ScamsChinese authorities have intensified crackdowns on AI-enabled fraud and misinformation, prosecuting over 190 people in the first half of the year. Criminals are increasingly using AI-generated deepfakes and synthetic media to impersonate individuals, commit telecom fraud, and spread false rumors online.
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Emerging ScamsA parenting group program for children aged 0-8 in Can Giuoc, Tay Ninh Province has been recognized for its humanitarian impact in eliminating harmful practices and challenging gender stereotypes. Vietnam's Women's Union is scaling the model as a national exemplary initiative to be promoted during the summary of a 10-year national program.
Read more →AI Voice ScamsA conference held in Hanoi discussed how AI technology is facilitating the spread of deepfakes and misinformation. With 144 cases of false information reported in just the first half of 2026, authorities, influencers, and tech companies are collaborating to improve digital environment safety through the newly launched Capital City Digital Trust Club.
Read more →PhishingA phishing scam targeting Facebook users in Vietnam uses fake voting invitations to hijack accounts. Fraudsters impersonate friends and family to solicit loans, then steal money. Recovery scams follow as victims try to regain access.
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PhishingA new fraud scheme has been detected on Swiss online marketplaces Ricardo and Tutti, where buyers provide sellers with counterfeit or manipulated shipping labels. Scammers use barcode tampering and fake payment confirmations to trick sellers into shipping packages, then claim non-delivery to obtain refunds while leaving sellers unable to prove shipment.
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