Scam

Meta unveils new tools to combat sextortion and image-based abuse

A new setting on Instagram DMs will blur photos which it identifies as containing nudity.

Scammer lied about surviving October 7 massacre for cash, apartment, car

Nico Astroga created the biggest scam of the Israel-Hamas war, saying he saw 29 of his friends murdered in Re'im. He got donations from entrepreneur Noam Lanir and was exposed by Daniel Amram.

By LEORA GOLDENBERG-STERN/MAARIV
11/12/2023

Here's how to avoid fraud, scams, and phishing attempts this shopping season

The shopping holidays bring increased exposure to fraud and scams. Stay informed and protect yourself with these essential precautions.

By WALLA!
23/11/2023

Porn, scams and fake news: The growing realm of deepfakes

An NBC News investigation found deepfakes on multiple social media platforms, and concern is growing for how this new technology will impact people.

What is Kiwi.com and why is it important?

TRAVEL ADVISER: Kiwi.com is without any doubt a legit online travel agency. However, booking a flight through it increases the risks of issues. Here's why.

Jerusalem vendor arrested after scamming American tourist for $2,000 ashtray - report

The scam began when a vendor in Jerusalem's market offered an American tourist a cash advance for a credit card transaction.

NASA employee used COVID relief funds to grow weed, pay off debt

A NASA employee received a total of $151,900 in COVID-related relief loans before using the money to begin cultivating marijuana and pay off his real estate loans.

Tinder Swindler lashes out in rare interview: Kate Konlin used me for my money

In an exclusive interview with "Maariv," Tinder Swindler Simon Leviev opens up about his life and accuses ex-girlfriend Kate Konlin of trying to extort him.

By KAITZ BREBNER/MAARIV
14/07/2023

Scammers swindle thousands from Trump supporters with 'Trump Bucks'

The scammers told Trump supporters that if they bought "Trump bucks, they could trade them in for much more money than they paid.

By EMILY GOLDEN
02/06/2023
German Fuhrer Adolph Hitler doing a Nazi salute

Fake 'Hitler diaries' head for German archive

The diaries were first published by Stern magazine in 1983 and were later found to have been faked.

By REUTERS
24/04/2023
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