Tag : "Scams"

Exploring the Blind Spots of Online Payments in 'Bharat Bluff'
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Human Interest
Exploring the Blind Spots of Online Payments in 'Bharat Bluff'

In her new book, journalist Soumya Gupta reveals the vulnerabilities of online payment systems throu…

Updated : Jul 22, 2026, 05:53 PM IST
Singapore Police Warn of Scammers Using '3XXXXXXX' Numbers to Impersonate Officials
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Crime & Law
Singapore Police Warn of Scammers Using '3XXXXXXX' Numbers to Impersonate Officials

The Singapore Police have reported a rise in scams involving calls from '3XXXXXXX' numbers, leading …

Updated : Jul 21, 2026, 02:35 PM IST
UN Report Reveals Soaring Online Scam Losses in Asia-Pacific
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Crime & Law
UN Report Reveals Soaring Online Scam Losses in Asia-Pacific

A UN report indicates that online scam losses in the Asia-Pacific region have surged to $114.1 billi…

Updated : Jul 21, 2026, 11:38 AM IST
The Evolution of Online Shopping Scams: What Consumers Need to Know
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Society & Social Issues
The Evolution of Online Shopping Scams: What Consumers Need to Know

As online shopping scams become increasingly sophisticated, consumers must stay vigilant to avoid fa…

Updated : Jul 3, 2026, 05:13 PM IST
WhatsApp's New Privacy Feature: A Double-Edged Sword Against Scams
Technology
Artificial Intelligence
WhatsApp's New Privacy Feature: A Double-Edged Sword Against Scams

WhatsApp's latest feature allows users to hide phone numbers, but experts warn that scammers may sti…

Updated : Jul 16, 2026, 05:38 PM IST
Two Arrested in Hong Kong for Over 120 Staged Traffic Accidents
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Crime & Law
Two Arrested in Hong Kong for Over 120 Staged Traffic Accidents

A 21-year-old student and a 19-year-old suspect were arrested for orchestrating over 120 'crash-for-…

Updated : Jul 15, 2026, 05:44 AM IST
Phishing Scam Leaves Woman with Just 12 Cents After Son's Mistake
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Crime & Law
Phishing Scam Leaves Woman with Just 12 Cents After Son's Mistake

A woman in Singapore lost her entire bank balance to scammers after her son fell for a phishing sche…

Updated : Jul 13, 2026, 06:07 PM IST
21-year-old scam victim who became money mule says loansharks still harass her
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Crime & Law
21-year-old scam victim who became money mule says loansharks still harass her

Lisa, a 21-year-old from Singapore, shares her harrowing experience of being scammed and subsequentl…

Updated : Sep 5, 2022, 09:39 AM IST
Government Turning Blind Eye to NEET and NET Scams: Rahul Gandhi
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Politics
Government Turning Blind Eye to NEET and NET Scams: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for ignoring alleged scams in NEET and UGC-NET exams, as…

Updated : Jul 8, 2026, 05:47 PM IST
Not cool: the air conditioning scams offering fake deals in the heatwave
Environment
Pollution & Waste
Not cool: the air conditioning scams offering fake deals in the heatwave

Fraudsters exploit the UK heatwave by creating fake websites mimicking reputable retailers like Aldi…

Updated : Jul 5, 2026, 11:30 AM IST
WhatsApp's New Username Feature Sparks Scam Fears
Lifestyle
Health & Wellness
WhatsApp's New Username Feature Sparks Scam Fears

WhatsApp's upcoming username feature raises concerns about online impersonation, with warnings from …

Updated : Jul 2, 2026, 06:31 AM IST