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Warning flags to prevent romance scams

Cybersecurity experts warn that romance scams are increasing in sophistication, with McAfee blocking 321,509 malicious URLs related to romance scams from Dec. 1, 2024, to Jan. 22, 2025.
Texas experienced over $114 million in romance scam losses from 2022 to 2023, according to the Investor Loss Center.
A woman in France lost $850,000 to a scammer using AI deepfake images of actor Brad Pitt, who claimed he needed money for medical bills.
The U.S. Postal Service emphasizes the importance of public awareness to prevent romance scams, stating, 'Protecting the sanctity and integrity of the mail is our top priority.

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Cleburne Times-Review

USPS warns about romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day

With Valentine’s Day approaching, the U.S. Postal Service and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service want consumers to be aware they may be targeted for romance scams, a deceptive form of fraud that preys on individuals seeking companionship. These scams often…

11 days ago

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Kron 4 News

Warning flags to prevent romance scams

(KRON) – Santa Clara County is warning residents of a popular con–-romance scams. With Valentine's Day nearing the county has provided tips on how to avoid scammers in a digital age. Romance scams, according to Santa Clara County, occur when a fraudster creates a fake online persona to establish a romantic relationship with their target. The perpetrators of the scam exploit the victim’s emotions to gain their trust. Once the scammers believe th…

12 days ago·San Francisco, United States

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North Bay Nugget

Romance fraud hits as Valentine's Day approaches

With Valentine’s Day approaching, the Ontario Provincial Police is raising awareness about romance fraud, which continues to cause significant emotional and financial harm to Canadians.

12 days ago·Ontario, Canada

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ABC57

USPS warning against romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day

SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- As with any holiday season, fraudsters and scam artists are looking to exploit vulnerable people. The United States Postal Service and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service are offering up tips on how to protect yourself this Valentine's Day.

12 days ago

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KRIV

Cybersecurity experts warn Valentine's, romance scams becoming more sophisticated with AI

Cybersecurity experts warn you to be on the lookout for romance and Valentine's scams this week, as the scams are becoming much more sophisticated.

13 days ago

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KDVR

USPS warns of romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day

COLORADO (KXRM) — The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is warning individuals of romance scams ahead of Valentine's Day. Romance scams are a deceptive form of fraud that prey on individuals seeking companionship. These scams often start online but escalate to requests for money or valuables sent through the mail, leading to financial and emotional losses for the victims. Scammers create fake identities, often using stolen photos and fake personal …

13 days ago·Denver, United States

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