Con Artist Impersonated Hollywood Executives to Scam Victims
A con artist impersonating Hollywood executives used AI, fake emails, and SIM spoofing to defraud victims. Learn the warning signs and how to protect…
August 9, 2026
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Tech CEO Bernhard Fritsch Guilty in $20M Celebrity App Scam
StarClub CEO Bernhard Fritsch convicted of wire fraud for exploiting celebrity endorsements to steal millions. Learn what happened and how to avoid…
August 8, 2026
Jennifer Aniston Deepfake Romance Scam Tricks British Man Into Sending Gift Cards
A British man was deceived by a months-long AI deepfake romance scam using Jennifer Aniston's likeness. Learn how it worked and how to stay safe.
August 7, 2026
Stranger Things Actor Impersonation Romance Scam Cost Woman $10,000
A fraudster posed as a Stranger Things actor to steal $10,000 from a woman via romance scam tactics. Here is what happened and how to stay safe.
August 6, 2026
Spikerz: Celebrity Impersonation Scams Cost Fans $5.3B in 2025
Cybersecurity firm Spikerz reports celebrity impersonation scams targeting Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter fans cost victims an estimated $5.3…
August 4, 2026
Steve Burton AI Romance Scam Costs LA Woman Her Life Savings
Scammers used AI to impersonate General Hospital star Steve Burton, tricking an LA woman out of her life savings in a months-long romance scam. Learn…
August 3, 2026
Hollywood Impostor Scammer Exposed Using AI and Fake Identities
A con artist impersonating Hollywood executives and celebrities used AI tools, SIM spoofing, and forged emails to defraud victims. Here’s how the…
July 31, 2026
Celebrity X Account Meme Coin Scam Tied to UK Hacker
A UK hacker allegedly hijacked celebrity X accounts including Sydney Sweeney and Bob Odenkirk to run a meme coin scam. Learn how to protect your…
July 30, 2026
Dwayne Johnson Facebook Scam Warning: Fake Profiles Target Fans
Dwayne Johnson warns fans about a Facebook scam using fake profiles to solicit money. Learn how to spot and report celebrity impersonation scams.
July 29, 2026
Celebrity Deepfake Scams Cost Fans $5.3 Billion in 2025
AI-powered celebrity deepfake scams targeting fans of Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and others have reached $5.3B in losses. Here’s how the fraud…
July 28, 2026
MrBeast Deepfake Giveaway Scam Targets Fans Across TikTok and Instagram
A MrBeast deepfake giveaway scam is stealing money and data from fans. Learn how the AI fraud works and how to protect yourself.
July 27, 2026
Elon Musk Deepfake Scam Costs Victims Millions Globally
AI deepfakes of Elon Musk are fueling a global investment scam wave. Learn how the fraud works, who is behind it, and how to protect yourself.
July 26, 2026