Tag: Fraud Prevention
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Man in his 40s Arrested in Major Online Fraud Investigation
Breaking developments in a widening online fraud case A man in his 40s has been arrested as part of an investigation into a criminal organisation accused of orchestrating online fraud totaling €804,798. The arrest marks a significant step in the authorities’ ongoing efforts to dismantle networks that exploit digital channels to commit financial crimes. What…
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Black Fraud Day: How to dodge Fraud Day traps this Black Friday
Understanding Black Fraud Day As shoppers eagerly await Black Friday, a surge of deals can blur the line between smart savings and risky choices. In recent years, scammers have heightened their activity around the shopping urge that comes with the holiday season. Black Fraud Day is a term used to describe the spike in fraudulent…
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Black Friday Scams: How to Shop Safe and Save This Year
Don’t Let the Hype Mask the Risk Black Friday is one of the year’s biggest shopping events, but a flood of deals can blur the line between smart savings and risky traps. While millions chase doorbusters, scammers are ready with phishing emails, fake apps, counterfeit sites, and misleading discounts. The goal is simple: steal data,…
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How to Avoid Black Fraud Day: Smart Shopping During Black Friday
Introduction: The lure and the risk of Black Friday Black Friday is traditionally a day when shoppers hunt for big discounts on holiday gifts. But the surge of deals also opens the door to scams and counterfeit offers. From fake websites and misleading countdowns to phishing emails and trapdoor discounts, students, families, and bargain hunters…
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Why People Buy Fake Yellow Cards: Inside Ethiopia’s Fake Yellow Fever Certificate Market
Introduction: The ritual at the gate At Addis Ababa’s Bole International Airport, a curious, troubling scene repeats with sobering regularity. Before boarding international flights, travelers are supposed to show a yellow fever vaccination certificate, the official yellow card. In recent years, a parallel market has grown around counterfeit versions of these certificates, a gray area…
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Former Kidnapping Victim Faces Cheating Charge Over Fake PayNow Screenshot at IT Show
Singapore IT show incident: Alleged use of a fake PayNow screenshot A 34-year-old man was charged on November 3 with cheating after allegedly using a forged PayNow screenshot to purchase a laptop worth SGD 3,599 at a prominent IT event in Singapore. The accused, a Singaporean identified as Andrew Lim Zi Kai, appeared in court…
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CASE Alerts: 53 Complaints Against DNA Brands Over Misleading Beauty Packages in Singapore
Overview: CASE Highlights a Growing Consumer-Protection Case Singapore’s Consumers Association (CASE) has disclosed a series of complaints against beauty firms DNA Brands, operators of Beautique salons and The Mineral Boutique retail stores. From August 1, 2024, to October 14, 2025, CASE received 53 complaints alleging that customers were pressured or misled into purchasing expensive beauty…
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NBI Arrests Woman Over Victimization of Distressed OFWs
NBI Arrests Woman Linked to Victimization of Distressed OFWs The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has arrested a woman in Mandaluyong City for allegedly victimizing distressed overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who were seeking government assistance. The operation led to charges of estafa, signaling renewed focus on fraud targeting vulnerable migrant workers. What Happened Subject Mary…
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NBI Arrests Woman for Victimizing Distressed OFWs: A Case of Falsified Indigency Certificates
Overview: NBI arrests woman suspected of exploiting distressed OFWs The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has arrested a woman in Mandaluyong City who is accused of victimizing distressed Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) seeking government assistance. The operation, conducted on October 10, led to the suspect’s identification as Mary Jocelyn V. Balubayan, who was taken into…
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Flagged for Fraud: Lessons From 3 Case Studies on Detecting Inauthentic Participants in Online Research
Introduction: The Stakes of Fraud in Online Research As research increasingly relies on remote methods—online surveys, virtual interviews, and digital recruitment—so does the risk of fraudulent participation. Ensuring that study participants truly reflect the target population is essential for valid results, credible conclusions, and efficient use of funding. This article synthesizes three case studies that…