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Feb 13, 2023 · Scammers are sending fake letters from Sam Levine, the Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, threatening to “shut down” your accounts for “unsanctioned” activity and demanding that you call an “officer” immediately. Don’t do it. Report them at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. Here’s when and how the FTC will communicate with you:
Feb 8, 2024 · Some scammers attempt to steal cash through a money-laundering phone call hoax. Watch out if you get a phone call from someone claiming to represent a group of federal watchdogs. The Council of Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency (CIGIE) said scammers are impersonating the group in order to steal money.
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Jan 22, 2024 · First, you need to register your details. This can be as simple as providing your email and a username, and, if you want to be paid at some point, PayPal or bank details. Most sites will also need a postal address and phone number to confirm your identity and to comply with money laundering regulations.
It would be quite a system: 1) AI data-mines a subject and books on the same, 2) AI writes the book, 3) author/programmer hires an audiobook narrator via ACX, 4) book goes into the store, 5) bot accounts buy the book and give great reviews, 6) Audible's own algorithm kicks in and the book is exposed to thousands of buyers who are already ...
I just got done taking a report from a lady who got a call from people claiming nearly identical situation. Facing federal charges for money laundering in relation to smuggling operations at the border, need to verify your legitimate funds… lady transferred criminals nearly 30k in funds via a Bitcoin atm.
Aug 13, 2020 · Some basic tips for protecting yourself: 1. Proceed from a point of skepticism. As noted above, an unsolicited contact from a real, reputable agent isn’t automatically suspect, but it’s rare. Out-of-the-blue contacts are far more likely to be illegitimate. Caution is definitely in order. 2.
Feb 16, 2024 · After all, he said, she was going to be charged with money laundering; allowing the agency to convert the money to a government check using her new Social Security number would render her $50,000 ...
