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Elder financial abuse is a devastating form of bank fraud targeting vulnerable seniors. Learn to recognize the signs, protect your loved ones, and fight back against this growing crime. The golden years should be a time of peace, relaxation, and enjoyment. Sadly, for a growing number of senior citizens, it’s becoming a period of vulnerability
The year is 2025. While digital payment technology has made leaps and bounds in convenience and security, credit and debit card fraud remains a persistent threat, evolving alongside these advancements. Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, employing advanced tactics and exploiting vulnerabilities in the ever-expanding digital financial ecosystem. This article delves into the landscape of credit
Counterfeit checks remain a persistent threat in the modern financial landscape. As technology advances, so do the methods employed by fraudsters to replicate legitimate checks with deceptive accuracy. In 2025, proactive measures are crucial to protect individuals and businesses from falling victim to this sophisticated form of financial crime. This article will explore key prevention
Despite the rise of digital payments, checks remain a common method of transaction in 2025. This continued reliance makes them an attractive target for fraudsters, who are constantly devising new and sophisticated techniques to exploit vulnerabilities. This comprehensive article delves into the intricacies of check fraud in 2025, examining its various forms, the latest trends,
Former CEO of CytoDyn and Head of Contract Research Organization Face Decades in Prison for Securities Fraud, Wire Fraud, and Insider Trading In a resounding victory for investor protection, a federal jury in Maryland convicted two high-ranking biotechnology executives for their roles in a complex scheme to defraud investors in CytoDyn Inc. Nader Pourhassan, the
Mobile, AL – A 30-year-old man from Theodore, Alabama, Sean Donnell White, has been sentenced to 32 months in federal prison for orchestrating a complex web of fraud that preyed on both traditional mail systems and the digital world of cryptocurrency. White’s criminal activities, spanning from 2020 to 2022, involved two distinct yet interconnected schemes:
Imagine this: you wake up one morning, check your bank account, and your entire savings are gone. Vanished. It’s not a nightmare, it’s the devastating reality of ACH fraud, and it’s happening more than ever. In 2025, the digital age has brought incredible convenience, but it’s also a playground for cybercriminals targeting your hard-earned cash.
Newark, NJ – Teresina DeAlmeida, a 59-year-old former assistant dean at a graduate school in Essex County, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 36 months in prison for orchestrating an elaborate fraud scheme that spanned over a decade. DeAlmeida, along with her co-conspirators Rose Martins (her assistant) and Silvia Cardoso (her sister), siphoned over $1.3
Consulting giant implicated in widespread corruption, highlighting the need for greater transparency and accountability. Johannesburg, South Africa – McKinsey & Company Africa (Pty) Ltd finds itself at the center of a massive corruption scandal in South Africa, agreeing to pay over $122 million to resolve a U.S. Justice Department investigation. This case, deeply intertwined with
Cory Zeidman Admits to Orchestrating Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Targeting Vulnerable Sports Bettors Central Islip, NY – A sophisticated sports betting scam reminiscent of the high-pressure tactics depicted in “The Wolf of Wall Street” has been brought to justice. Cory Zeidman, 63, of Boca Raton, Florida, pleaded guilty today to federal charges of conspiracy to commit