threat-intel WhatsApp Adds Multiple Passkeys and Stronger 2SV in Account Security Update WhatsApp has significantly boosted its account security by introducing multi-passkey support, upgrading two-step verification to stronger passwords, and providing caller information to combat scams. These changes aim to reduce the risk of unauthorized access and protect users from malicious activity. SecurityWeek · 5d ago Medium passkeystwo-factorsecurity
threat-intel Beyond the screenshot: Why you should verify what you see The article highlights a growing problem: the increasing ease with which digital evidence, particularly screenshots, can be manipulated to deceive. As AI tools make it easier to create convincing fake images, consumers a… WeLiveSecurity · Jul 30, 2026 Medium frauddigital-evidencescreenshots
threat-intel Google Is Suing Chinese Scammers Who Are Using Gemini Google is taking legal action against a Chinese group, Outsider Enterprise, who were leveraging Google's Gemini AI to create sophisticated phishing campaigns. The group utilized Telegram to offer ‘phishing-as-a-service,’… Schneier on Security · Jul 7, 2026 Medium CNphishingaigemini
phishing Scammers race to cash in on Venezuelan earthquake disaster Following a devastating earthquake in Venezuela, a surge of newly registered domain names emerged, many referencing aid and rescue efforts. Researchers discovered that a significant portion of these domains lacked identi… Graham Cluley · Jun 30, 2026 Medium VEdisasterfraudscams
threat-intel Inside the 2026 SMB threat landscape: From phishing and scams to fake AI tools This Securelist article details Kaspersky's 2026 threat analysis for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), highlighting a significant increase in cyberattacks disguised as artificial intelligence (AI) tools, particul… Securelist · Jun 25, 2026 High USaismbmalware
phishing Imposter scams cost Americans $3.5 billion in 2025 – and it’s getting worse Imposter scams have surged in the United States, resulting in a staggering $3.5 billion in financial losses for consumers in 2025. These scams typically involve fraudulent impersonations of trusted entities like banks an… Graham Cluley · Jun 19, 2026 High USscamsfraudidentity theft
phishing FTC warns of record $3.5 billion losses to imposter scams in 2025 The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported a record $3.5 billion in losses attributed to imposter scams in 2025, representing a significant increase from 2020. These scams, primarily leveraging social media, target… BleepingComputer · Jun 16, 2026 High USscamsfraudsocial media
threat-intel Texas, Florida top list of states reporting millions of dollars lost through crypto ATMs A recent FBI report reveals a significant surge in financial losses linked to cryptocurrency ATMs across the United States, totaling $388 million in 2025. Texas and Florida topped the list of states experiencing these lo… The Record · May 20, 2026 High CHNEAUcryptocurrencyscamsfraud
threat-intel Why geopolitical turmoil is a gift for scammers, and how to stay safe Geopolitical turmoil is being exploited by scammers to increase the success of their fraudulent schemes. The article details a range of scams – from fake charities and romance fraud to investment scams and sensational fa… WeLiveSecurity · May 15, 2026 Medium IRMIscamsfraudcybercrime
phishing That data breach alert might be a trap This article highlights the increasing sophistication and prevalence of fake data breach notification scams, driven by factors like record-breaking data breaches and the use of AI tools. Scammers are leveraging these not… WeLiveSecurity · Apr 17, 2026 High USDEphishingsocial engineeringai
phishing AI and cryptocurrency scams are costing Americans billions, FBI reports Recent investigations by the FBI have revealed a significant surge in scams leveraging artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, resulting in substantial financial losses for American victims. These scams are exploitin… Graham Cluley · Apr 10, 2026 High USaicryptocurrencyscams
