SCAMS

AI helps scammers build convincing antivirus renewal pages

September 16, 2026

A fake Avast renewal page shows how AI is helping scammers create more convincing traps with polished designs and fluent copy.

Search results are sending people to fake Bitrefill checkouts

September 15, 2026

Fake Bitrefill checkout pages are appearing in search results and tricking people into sending cryptocurrency directly to scammers.

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Crypto customers targeted by scammers after email marketing provider breach

September 11, 2026

A breach at email marketing company Brevo exposed Trezor, CoinTracking, and BitBox customers to phishing emails, but others may also be at risk.

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Copyright scammers get Instagram accounts suspended and demand payment

September 10, 2026

Scammers are filing fraudulent copyright complaints to suspend Instagram accounts, then demanding payment to withdraw them.

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More than 100,000 fake stores are out to steal your card details

September 9, 2026

DoppelCart’s fake stores copy real retailers and steal shoppers’ card details and one-time bank confirmation codes.

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X Money rollout linked to password-reset attacks

September 4, 2026

As X expands into payments, users are receiving password-reset emails they didn’t request. Here’s what may be happening and how to stay safe.

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Tech support scams look different now. Here’s what to watch for

September 2, 2026

Tech support scams have evolved beyond fake virus warnings. Here’s how scammers reach their targets now, and how to stay safe.

Scammers are getting smarter about where they target you 

September 2, 2026

New Malwarebytes research reveals how different scams are tailored to different platforms.

Fake GTA 6 leaked copy drains your crypto wallet

September 1, 2026

A fake GTA 6 leak is using wallet-draining code to steal cryptocurrency, tokens, and NFTs from eager fans.