CRIMEJul 16 · 20:38 UTCR/SCAMS/u/frontlinepbs

[US] 'Inside the Scam' from The Associated Press and FRONTLINE

Scams are a global issue causing millions of victims and billions in annual losses. The Federal Trade Commission reported $15.9 billion in U.S. fraud losses in 2025, primarily from investment and romance scams. The Associated Press and FRONTLINE collaborated on an interactive experience highlighting scam victims' stories and tactics used by fraudsters.

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