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RealCall 2023 Scam Report: The Latest Data on Scams Concerning You
Background Yes, it is our inherent responsibility to confront scammers. Now, we are using a report to bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024. In this report, we delve into people’s daily habits that may finally lead to actual results—either making them scam-proof or more susceptible to scams. Introduction RealCall has released reports ranging from…
Latest Phone Scams Targeting Immigrants in 2025: What You Need to Know
1. Introduction: Why Immigrants Are Being Targeted in 2025 In 2025, phone scams are becoming more sophisticated, with a noticeable rise in those specifically targeting immigrants. According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), immigrants are often vulnerable due to language barriers, lack of familiarity with U.S. systems, and fear of deportation or legal issues….
Different Scam Types for Different Ages
When it comes to scamming, crooks know no age limits. Scams come in all shapes and sizes, and anyone of any age can become a victim of a fraud scheme, so it’s important to learn about them and how to protect yourself from them. While scams are most often associated with the elderly—and certainly there…
How to Spot Employment Scams in 2025: Red Flags to Watch For
I. The Growing Threat of Employment Scams Data Focus: The Rise of Employment Scams in 2025 Employment scams continue to rise worldwide, driven by digital recruitment and post-pandemic shifts. According to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), over 105,000 employment scam reports were filed in 2024, with losses exceeding $450 million, marking a 23% increase from…
AI in Romance Scams: How Chatbots and Deepfakes Trick Hearts
1. The Rise of AI-Driven Romance Scams: A Global Wake-Up Call In 2025, AI-driven romance scams have surged into a global crisis. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2024 report, losses from romance scams reached $1.3 billion, a nearly 30% increase from 2022【FBI IC3】. The AARP also highlights a rising victimization rate…
Cryptocurrency Scams in 2025: Real Cases and How RealCall Protects You
1. Digital Gold Rush: Where Opportunity Meets Deception Imagine receiving a call from someone claiming to be a crypto investment advisor promising guaranteed returns. You’re urged to act fast, but something feels off. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too common in 2025. Cryptocurrency scams have become more sophisticated, exploiting new technologies like AI and social media…
Phishing Scams:How To Identify And Avoid Personalized Dangerous Emails
Practical Tips To Stay Safe From The Most Sophisticated Phishing Attacks In 2025 The Oldest Trick in the Book—Still the Most Effective Phishing remains the most widespread and damaging form of cybercrime worldwide. According to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) 2023 report (https://www.ic3.gov/Media/PDF/AnnualReport/2023_IC3Report.pdf), phishing and spoofing accounted for nearly 299,000 complaints, making it…
The Dangers of AI-Powered Stock and Crypto Scams: What Investors Need to Know
In February 2024, a multinational company’s finance manager received a video call from someone who appeared to be the company’s CEO, urgently requesting a confidential purchase of company shares. Trusting the familiar face and voice, the manager authorized a $25 million transfer—only to later discover that the “CEO” was a highly sophisticated AI-generated deepfake. (Source:…
How to Spot Fake Celebrity Endorsements Before It’s Too Late
1. Introduction: A Friend Lost $500—How It Happened Emma, a college student living in California, came across a “limited-time offer” video ad while scrolling through Instagram. The video showed Elon Musk enthusiastically endorsing a new “AI investment platform,” claiming it could double a $250 investment within 24 hours. The ad linked to what looked like…
The Rise of AI Voice Cloning: How Scammers Are Using Technology to Mimic Your Loved Ones
1. When Voices Betray: A Family Nearly Fooled by an AI Voice Cloning Scam In a recent real-life case reported by multiple news outlets, a father received a phone call that sounded exactly like his son. The voice was panicked and urgent, claiming that the son was involved in a serious accident and needed bail…
Deepfake Video Scams in 2025: How to Protect Yourself from Impersonation
In recent years, the rise of deepfake technology has fueled an alarming increase in sophisticated scams. Fraudsters now use hyper-realistic AI-generated videos and audio to impersonate executives, government officials, and even family members. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), consumers in 2024 lost more money to scams than ever before, with reported losses reaching…