Internet Crime Complaint Center
Coverage of Internet Crime Complaint Center in the Nexus archive.
- Scammers impersonate FBI on social media, prey on crime victims
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) warned about scammers impersonating FBI agents and IC3 on social media to target cybercrime victims. Fraudsters use fake profiles, AI-generated videos of officials, and spoofed websites to collect personal/financial information, falsely claiming to recover stolen funds. IC3 emphasized it does not communicate via social media or offer fund recovery through these platforms.
- Scammers Target Older Adult Victims
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center reported in 2025 that scammers targeted older adults, with victims over 60 filing over 201,000 complaints. These fraud victims reported combined losses exceeding $7.7 billion, highlighting a significant cybercrime problem affecting senior citizens.
- FBI warns about foreign apps and your data
The FBI warns that foreign-developed apps, particularly from China, may collect extensive user data even after being closed, with risks including data sharing with overseas governments and potential malware. The alert highlights concerns about data privacy and border-crossing data flows, citing TikTok's U.S. operational shift as a recent example.
- FBI Releases Annual Internet Crime Report
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) released its annual report showing internet crime losses exceeded $16 billion, representing a significant 33% increase from 2023. This report highlights the growing threat of cybercrime and financial losses experienced by victims.
- FBI Cyber Lead Urges Potential LockBit Victims to Contact Internet Crime Complaint Center
FBI Cyber Division Assistant Director Bryan Vorndran announced on June 5 that the Bureau continues its disruption efforts against the LockBit ransomware group and its affiliates. He urged potential victims to report incidents to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.
- Elder Fraud, in Focus
Elder fraud complaints to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center increased by 14% in 2023, with associated losses rising by 11%. The IC3 released its 2023 Elder Fraud Report on April 30, providing statistics on fraud incidents that explicitly target older Americans' money and cryptocurrency.
- IC3 Logs 6 Million Complaints
The FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has reached a record-breaking milestone of 6 million complaints, reflecting the increasing prevalence of cyber-enabled crimes and scams. This surge demonstrates the growing threat landscape of internet-based criminal activity affecting individuals and organizations worldwide.