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Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)

Coverage of Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 12 · 15:54 UTCMost recent: Jul 21 · 11:33 UTC
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Recent coverage
  • CRIMEJul 21 · 11:33 UTCMALWAREBYTES LABS
    Don’t trust that “FBI agent” in your DMs

    The FBI's IC3 warns of scammers impersonating agents on social media to target cybercrime victims, using fake recovery services and AI-generated deepfakes. Scammers create convincing fake accounts and posts offering 'professional' assistance while violating IC3's policy of not engaging with victims via social media or third parties.

  • CRIMEJul 15 · 02:13 UTCR/SCAMS
    [US] wire transferred money to an account, only to realize I was scammed..

    A recent college graduate from San Diego was scammed after wire transferring $2200 to a landlord found on Craigslist. The scammer requested additional funds for 'cleaning and maintenance' to a different account, prompting the victim to file a fraud complaint and contact their bank.

  • CRIMEJun 23 · 14:51 UTCR/SCAMS
    Federated Realty LLC aka Federa

    Federated Realty LLC, also known as Federa, is accused of being a scam after a user lost $12,000 in a house bid and has been unable to recover the deposit. Complaints have been filed with multiple agencies including BBB, Florida Attorney General, and FTC, with DBPR currently investigating. The user warns others to check reviews before participating in Federa's online auctions.

  • SECURITYApr 12 · 15:54 UTCFOX NEWS
    Identity theft losses surge 70% for older Americans

    The FBI's 2025 internet crime report reveals a 70% surge in identity theft losses for Americans aged 60 and older, totaling $48.5 million. Older adults face higher losses due to fraud targeting bank accounts, retirement funds, and investments, while other scams like investment fraud and business email compromise caused billions in losses globally.