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PhishingFraud losses in Singapore declined to $410.6 million in the first half of 2026 from $502 million in the same period of 2025. Enhanced anti-fraud measures by Apple, Google, and Meta, combined with police efforts to block over 47,000 fraudulent phone lines, have contributed to the reduction. However, 8 out of 10 victims still fall victim to manipulation tactics that lead them to transfer money to scammers.
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PhishingQuishing is a cyberscam where malicious QR codes are placed over legitimate ones to redirect users to fake websites designed to steal personal or banking information. The scam is difficult to detect because the website URL is hidden when accessed via QR code, making it a growing threat in public spaces and through postal communications.
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PhishingPolice in the Germering region of Germany have arrested three suspects for attempted phone scam targeting elderly residents. The perpetrators impersonated police officers and instructed an elderly couple to leave jewelry outside their home, but the couple called authorities before the suspect could retrieve the items, leading to the suspects' swift arrest.
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PhishingMultiple U.S. healthcare systems using Epic Systems' MyChart patient portal have issued warnings about phishing emails impersonating MyChart communications. The scam offers false rewards like Medicare kits or senior health packages to steal patient login credentials, insurance information, and financial data. Patients are advised to delete suspicious emails immediately and never click embedded links.
Read more →Criminals are using AI-powered voice calls combined with sophisticated social engineering to bypass iPhone Activation Locks on stolen devices. The scam involves impersonating Apple Support across multiple channels—email, SMS, WhatsApp, and phone calls—to extract verification codes and passwords from victims.
Read more →WhatsApp is testing a new AI-powered security feature that automatically identifies fraudulent messages on users' devices. The system analyzes suspicious message patterns locally on the smartphone without transmitting data to external servers, protecting user privacy. When a message is flagged as potentially dangerous, users receive a warning and can choose to block the sender or report the message.
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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.
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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.
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PhishingA scam is spreading in Venice where fraudsters pose as environmental inspectors from Veritas and demand immediate cash payments of 300 euros for alleged waste collection violations. Veritas has confirmed that legitimate inspectors never collect money on the spot; fines are always formally notified and paid through official channels.
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Emerging ScamsVietnamese police officers are using social media to educate the public about fraud prevention and legal knowledge. Rather than seeking fame, they create relatable content based on their practical experience, building trust with citizens and achieving more effective crime prevention outcomes.
Read more →Social Media ScamsAs the school year begins, cybercriminals are exploiting students and parents who are transitioning to new educational chat groups. Experts warn of two main scams: fake class chats impersonating teachers and fraudulent part-time job offers targeting students.
Read more →Elder ScamsScammers in Germany's Iserlohn region are targeting seniors with shock call scams claiming relatives are hospitalized and demanding €30,000-€44,000 for medical costs. One elderly woman nearly handed over cash before her grandson discovered the fraud. Police warn that hospitals never demand payment over the phone and advise victims to hang up immediately.
Read more →Emerging ScamsRussia's Interior Ministry has dismantled a large-scale tax fraud network, arresting 17 suspects across 25 regions. The criminal organization, consisting of over 200 members, fabricated invoices and tax declarations for hundreds of companies seeking to avoid taxes, charging 2-3% commissions.
Read more →PhishingCybercriminals in Russia are distributing links to fake government service portal websites designed to deceive users. The fraudsters create fake security alerts claiming account breaches and use psychological pressure to trick victims into voluntarily entering login credentials and banking information.
Read more →PhishingA phishing campaign impersonating Italy's Health Ministry is circulating, offering a €278.26 refund for duplicate healthcare ticket payments. The scam collects personal information and credit card details through a fake refund process. Authorities have identified and are taking action against the malicious domain.
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Elder ScamsAn elderly woman in Jiangsu Province, China was targeted by scammers impersonating police officers who falsely claimed her identity had been misused in a major criminal case. Threatened with legal penalties and pressured into secrecy, she attempted to withdraw 200,000 yuan in cash. Quick police intervention prevented the loss.
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PhishingScammers are increasingly impersonating AI assistants and customer service representatives on WhatsApp in Hong Kong. Fraudsters use AI tools to craft convincing messages and even mimic voice messages of family members. Hong Kong Police reported over 150 WhatsApp account hijacking cases in mid-July 2026, resulting in losses exceeding HK$26 million.
Read more →SafePal has disclosed a security vulnerability in its order tracking plugin that allowed unauthorized access to customer data. The company is taking measures including partnering with anti-fraud organizations to remove phishing sites and monitoring for data leaks, while also commissioning an independent security audit.
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PhishingBrazil's Social Security Institute (INSS) has issued a warning about a new wave of SMS scams targeting retirees and pensioners. Criminals are using fake messages claiming benefits will be blocked or suspended to pressure victims into sharing personal information or clicking malicious links. The INSS emphasizes it never sends SMS links for benefit verification and urges recipients to verify information only through official channels.
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Emerging ScamsJordan's Criminal Investigation Department has issued a warning against psychological fraud schemes where fraudsters claim to remove "magic" and exploit victims' religious beliefs. These scams involve building long-term relationships, earning trust, and then extracting large sums through repeated money transfers under the guise of religious donations or magical treatments.
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