Steve Weisman is a professor at Bentley University, where he teaches white collar-crime, and is the editor of Scamicide.com, which provides updated information daily about the latest scams, identity theft schemes and cybersecurity.
World Cup Scams Surge As Meta Fights Phony Ads On Facebook & Instagram
The FBI is warning of fake World Cup ticket scams while Meta ramps up AI and partnerships to remove scam ads from Facebook and Instagram. Learn how to stay safe.
Crypto Ponzi Scheme Convictions: Key Red Flags Investors Must Know
Ponzi schemes continue to thrive—even in crypto. Learn key lessons and warning signs from recent convictions to protect your investments.
Medicare Fraud And The $1B HealthSplash Case
Medicare loses up to $100 billion a year to fraud. Learn how scams work—and how the $1B HealthSplash case exposed a massive telemedicine scheme.
IRS Imposter Scams And QR Code Fraud: What You Must Know
Imposter scams are surged in 2025, especially IRS scams using gift cards, QR codes, and AI. Learn how to spot fake notices and avoid identity theft.
Fake Armed Robberies, Real Charges: The U‑Visa Fraud Scheme
A federal grand jury indictment reveals how staged armed robberies were used to fraudulently obtain U visas, exposing red flags law enforcement must watch for.
Robert Dunlap Sentenced To 23 Years For Meta 1 Coin Crypto Scam
Robert Dunlap received a 23 year prison sentence for the Meta 1 Coin crypto scam that defrauded nearly 1,000 investors. Learn how the fraud worked—and how to protect yourself.
Strait Of Hormuz Crisis Sparks Cryptocurrency Shipping Scam
Scammers are exploiting the Strait of Hormuz crisis by impersonating Iranian officials and demanding cryptocurrency tolls from ships seeking safe passage.
Insurance Fraud Criminals Caught Bear Handed
Insurance fraud costs Americans billions each year—but a fake bear attack on luxury cars led to rare felony convictions in California.
IC3 Report Reveals Surge In Cryptocurrency Investment Scams
The FBI’s IC3 2025 report shows cybercrime losses nearing $21 billion, driven by a surge in cryptocurrency investment scams and pig butchering romance fraud.
Before You File Your Taxes: How To Stop IRS Identity Theft And Tax Scams
Tax identity theft and IRS scams are surging. Learn how to protect your refund, use an IRS IP PIN, and avoid TurboTax and IRS impersonation scams.