A lot of people are scammed by online dating scams or by scammers posing as prospective romantic partners to steal their money. Scammers create fake profiles on online dating sites and engage in conversation with their victims to gain trust. They may even threaten the victim with blackmail or make up a story to get …
The sophistication of Internet enabled crimes and cyber intrusions is increasing, so all users of connected devices need to be aware and vigilant. The FBI spotlighted online safety tips for cybersecurity awareness month. The FBI Cyber Division Assistant Director Matt Gorham said it is no longer enough to keep an eye out for suspicious emails …
It is exciting to meet new people, however, you must take caution when communicating with strangers on a dating platform. When you exchange a message or meet in person, prioritize your safety. It is impossible to control how others behave, but you can take some actions to stay safe while using dating apps such as …
Online dating has come a long way in such a short time, especially for those of us who lived through the early days. In just 15 years, the internet changed how people interact with each other around the globe, enabling them to connect and interact in ways they never thought possible. As a result of …
In a clearer sense, the number of people using popular online dating platforms has grown exponentially over the past decade. It is wise to take some safety precautions when using these apps. According to industry bodies, around 4.5 million Australians use popular online dating platforms yearly. The online dating industry is the second most common …
Woman Loses $200,000 in Social Media Orchestrated Scam Whenever there is an opportunity to make an easy buck, it seems that scammers will find it. Thus, it shouldn’t be surprising that the proliferation of dating apps has led to many people wanting to take advantage of users seeking love through cleverly orchestrated scams. Recently, a …
Each year, more and more people fall victim to online romance scams. While most people may think they are immune to falling victim to scammers, there is a wide variety of people from different backgrounds who get conned by these fraudulent tactics. Let’s take a look at some of the tactics behind these scams and …
Woman Arrested for Selling Manuals to Scam Sugar Daddies It seems that every few weeks brings with it a strange story out of the online dating scam world. Today’s story is certainly a bit unexpected. A woman in Nagoya, Japan, was recently arrested after being suspected of selling a guide helping people to defraud “sugar …
Most Downloaded Dating Apps Throughout the World If you have delved into the world of online dating, you undoubtedly are quite familiar with what apps are popular where you live. After all, what’s a dating app without a lot of people on it to meet? However, you may find it interesting to learn a bit …
While catfishing has been a term for many years, it seems that these horror stories from dating online tend to pop up more and more frequently in the modern era. Perhaps you have even heard of your friends getting catfished. This situation can be quite awkward when trying to meet someone online and can even …