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Why do people fall for ‘celebrity-endorsed’ scams?
Whether it's crypto or weight loss gummies, celeb-fronted scams are on the rise.
‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped
'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'
Nigeria to include ‘illegal’ activities when calculating GDP
Informal economy's shady deals could be included in new economic data.
'Not everyone pays attention': Fake NZTA toll scam circulating
A toll fee scam targets Tauranga residents via text message.
Clone wars: The new age of online scamming
'There are a million and one different tricks compared to where we were a few years ago.'
Legislation, losers and lessons: Andrew Bayly’s 2024
Minister Andrew Bayly sat down with Tom Raynel to discuss his 2024, and what comes next.
Fake Booking.com listing scams Kiwi family out of $10,000
Holiday home owners fear angry people will show up at their door demanding money.
‘Have a horrible holiday:’ Pet-sitter’s horrific message as couple watch dog die on CCTV
Judith Webby has a long history of upsetting flatmates, and home- and pet-owners.
Duo arrested, firearms seized in West Auckland text scam raid
Police said inquiries remain ongoing and further arrests cannot be ruled out.
Former Blue Chip boss Mark Bryers jailed in Australia
Former Blue Chip brothel enthusiast Bryers will not be eligible for parole until 2030.
Watch: 'Confirm those last digits' - Credit card scammer captured on call
A customer outwitted the 'smooth and urbane' scammer.
Sasha Borissenko: Why NZ lawyers face festive season cyber crime surge
OPINION: Cyber crime alert as the Law Society cautions the legal sector on scams.
Facebook Marketplace NZ Post scam rife, Kiwi cybersecurity expert reveals counter-attacks
Scammers scale up their Christmas tricks, but another secretive group is watching them.
Meta introduces anti-scam ad measure in Australia, where a A$50m fine is threatened, but not NZ
PLUS: Bayly nudges telcos, social media firms with new open letters.
Scammer legs it during police arrest
British scammer Jack Hennessy was caught on CCTV escaping custody and sparking a foot chase with police through Auckland's CBD. Video / NZ Police
Watch: British scammer caught on CCTV legging it from cops after being collared in CBD
Hennessy posed as a police courier to steal $337k from 21 victims.
Advocate calls for transparency over domain names for Kiwi stores
Jamie Farmer says billions could be poured back into our economy if Kiwis shopped locally.
DHL investigates potential text message ‘smishing’ scam
Parcel delivery texts citing 'Customs' issues could be bogus, now under investigation.
Homeowner alert: Fresh warnings as overseas crims pose as 'emergency locksmiths'
Fake workers are not only ripping off unsuspecting residents but leaving costly repairs.
20-year-old arrested for allegedly scamming elderly victims out of $200k
The scam involved fraudulent emails pretending to be from the victims' banks.
Victim loses $10k in FB marketplace scam
Multiple people have seen the different listings and paid deposits or the full price.
Microsoft targets Egyptian linked to DIY phishing kits
Attacks have surged in recent months, with criminals increasingly using QR codes.
'Black Fraud Day?': Black Friday scams make for phishy business with QR cons, fake shops
Black Fraud Day? Desperate scammers may entice people desperate for deals.
Jail after family-owned hedge fund blamed for causing $17b in losses
Disaster after family-owned fund took huge bets with money borrowed from banks.
Roblox bolsters child safety measures after abuse reports
Popular gaming platform allows users to play, create, and share virtual experiences.
Bayly appointed lead anti-scam minister, reveals big meet-up
The minister reveals a three-pronged push and is eyeing Aussie mega-fines.
Kiwis lose $2.3b to online scams, Government readies three big moves
New type of scam emerges as the biggest threat.