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A growing scam targets YouTube content creators through fake sponsorship emails impersonating major brands like Nike and Spotify. Attackers lure creators to sophisticated counterfeit collaboration platforms, then redirect them to fake Google login pages designed to steal passwords and two-factor authentication codes, resulting in complete Google account compromise.
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Romance ScamsA woman in Belém, Brazil was arrested for defrauding a victim of R$15,000 through a social media-based scheme. The suspect contacted the victim through a commercial social media page, initially claiming to sell a bag, then requesting loans with various justifications. Although R$5,000 was repaid, the remaining R$10,000 remains unpaid, and police suspect similar crimes by the same suspect.
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PhishingPolice in Phu Tho Province, Vietnam, have issued warnings about rising online scams including impersonation of government agencies, social media account takeovers, and fraudulent investment schemes. Authorities also provide guidance on secure use of the national digital ID application VNeID to prevent identity theft and fraud.
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PhishingEgyptian authorities arrested a student in Dakahlia Governorate for running a fraudulent scheme on social media claiming to sell white weapons. The suspect created a fake sales page, collected money from buyers without actually possessing any weapons, and then disappeared by turning off his phone.
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PhishingThe Japanese National Police Agency has shut down a website selling phishing fraud tools in cooperation with Microsoft. This joint operation targets the distribution of unauthorized software used to create fraudulent sites designed to steal personal information.
Read more →PhishingScammers in Ca Mau Province, Vietnam are impersonating police officers and calling parents to request updates on children's digital identification data. They trick parents into clicking malicious links, installing suspicious apps, or providing personal information by falsely claiming verification is urgently needed. Victims risk identity theft, banking fraud, device hijacking, and financial losses.
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PhishingDaegu Police arrested 17 members of an international voice phishing ring that used illegal relay devices to disguise overseas calls as domestic Korean numbers (010 format). The gang, operating since May, caused confirmed damages of approximately 340 million won by tricking victims into believing fraudulent calls came from legitimate financial institutions or government agencies.
Read more →PhishingThe National Police Agency of Japan has shut down 34 domains that sold phishing fraud tools called "CoGUI" and "IronMan" used to create fake websites targeting financial information. In collaboration with Microsoft, approximately 2,500 accounts were frozen, and roughly half of the 12,000 fake websites detected in Japan in 2025 were created using these tools.
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Crypto ScamsTurkish authorities arrested Richard James Schueller, an international fugitive wanted by Interpol for cryptocurrency fraud. The suspect, nicknamed 'Whale James,' was apprehended in Istanbul following joint operations by Turkish intelligence and police. Authorities seized significant amounts of cash, electronics, and weapons during the raid.
Read more →Investment ScamsTurkish authorities conducted a major crackdown on an investment fraud network operating across 39 provinces, arresting 159 suspects. The criminal organization allegedly laundered proceeds through cryptocurrency accounts and money exchangers, causing losses to 23 victims totaling approximately 51.4 million Turkish Lira.
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Elder ScamsThree men were arrested in Chiasso, Switzerland, suspected of defrauding elderly victims using a "fake grandson" scam. Posing as grandchildren needing urgent medical treatment, they pressured victims into sending large sums of cash and valuables. Following a report from a victim's family member on September 21, police recovered cash and valuables from the suspects' vehicle and prevented additional attempted frauds.
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AI Voice ScamsThe Diocese of Coria-Cáceres in Spain has issued a fraud alert regarding scammers using AI-cloned voices of the Bishop and Vicar General to solicit donations or impersonate receipt of donations while requesting personal information from targeted individuals and institutions.
Read more →A criminal network operating from Italy defrauded seven victims of €430,000 by posing as a US Air Force commander and UN agent on social media. Using emotional manipulation and fabricated emergencies, the scammers extracted money from victims across various socioeconomic backgrounds, with some losses exceeding €100,000.
Read more →PhishingFake banker scams are surging in Fribourg canton, Switzerland, with approximately 750 reports since early 2026 and 130 successful cases. The total damage exceeds 800,000 Swiss francs. Scammers impersonate bank employees, convincing elderly victims to cut their bank cards and hand over the chip for fraudulent withdrawals.
Read more →International media investigations reveal that Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich allegedly manipulated financial documents through Cyprus offshore accounts between 2003 and 2023 to conceal billions in assets and evade taxes. A senior manager at Deloitte Cyprus was allegedly involved in the scheme.
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PhishingA zero-click WhatsApp scam exploits vulnerabilities in older devices to steal personal data and deceive victims' relatives into sending money. Hackers infiltrate accounts and impersonate users, sending urgent money transfer requests to family members. Spain has reported over 50 complaints, and authorities recommend keeping devices and apps updated.
Read more →PhishingThe Ankara Provincial Gendarmerie identified 436 websites engaging in illegal gambling, phishing scams, and obscene content during a one-week cyber patrol operation from October 5-11. The operation resulted in access restrictions to 357 illegal gambling sites, 3 phishing fraud sites, and 76 obscene content sites.
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Elder ScamsIn Gladbeck, Germany, a man impersonating a water utility worker gained entry to a senior woman's home by claiming to check water pressure. While the woman was in the bathroom turning water on and off, jewelry disappeared from her bedroom. Police suspect a second accomplice and warn residents about this common scam targeting elderly people.
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Social Media ScamsRussian police have dismantled a fraud scheme targeting children through popular gaming channels. Scammers posed as game administrators and convinced children to provide their parents' bank card details in exchange for free in-game currency. Three suspects, including a YouTuber with over 20,000 subscribers, were arrested. The scheme caused losses exceeding 500,000 rubles across multiple regions.
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Crypto ScamsA 36-year-old US cybersecurity consultant was convicted of stealing over $50 million in cryptocurrency from the Uranium Finance exchange through exploitation of smart contract vulnerabilities. The stolen funds were used to purchase rare collectible cards, including Pokemon and Magic: The Gathering cards, as well as historical artifacts.
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