…candidates will be contacted. The university also warned applicants against employment scams, stressing that it does not demand payment from candidates at any stage of its recruitment process. Candidates are advised to verify recruitment information through the university's official channels and report any suspicious r…

…violent transnational criminal organization that also happens to dabble in romance scams to make money," said FBI Newark Special Agent in Charge Stefanie Roddy. "The ability of FBI Newark and our partner agencies to reach into South Africa illustrates our resolve to hold accountable any and every type of fraudster who…

…to participate safely and meaningfully online, protect personal information, recognise scams and misinformation, safeguard digital identity, and understand digital rights and responsibilities. “For Persons with Disabilities, technology can remove barriers to education and employment, support entrepreneurship and remote…

…top 20 if we're talking about actual cybercrime. All these $2,000 iTunes gift card scams that you people kill yourselves over are not "cybercrime" - they're petty theft. "Cybercrime" is when Chinese hackers gain access to the control network for the electrical grid supplying an American city. "Cybercrime" is when Roman…

…Adekoye said the victims were subsequently coerced into online fraud, romance scams and cryptocurrency-related crimes targeting people in other countries. He said NAPTIP was strengthening intelligence gathering and international cooperation to identify digital recruitment pipelines and dismantle transnational trafficki…

…share of the world's cyber-enabled financial fraud, operating through romance scams, cryptocurrency and investment fraud, and business email compromise schemes, as well as other serious and violent offences.Targeting minors flagged as growing threatOne of the most alarming findings from the operation was a rise in West…

…Ponzi schemes, fraudulent crowdfunding arrangements, cryptocurrency-enabled investment scams and hacking-related fraud. The Unit said the schemes increasingly exploited fintech onboarding gaps, including tiered accounts requiring minimal identification, while digital platforms were used to rapidly recruit victims and m…

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…across those accounts, approximately $1,036,679 in proceeds from various wire fraud scams, including BECs. Stone was able to withdraw approximately $187,375 by conducting hundreds of smaller transactions, including automated teller machine withdrawals and debit card cash advances designed to move and conceal the fraud…

…does not require any payment. The advisory comes amid growing concerns over recruitment scams targeting job seekers across Nigeria, with fraudsters increasingly creating fake WhatsApp, Telegram and Facebook groups to extort money from applicants by promising employment in government agencies. Government agencies have r…

…Commission (FCC) has shared with Nigerians practical tips on how to avoid recruitment scams and stay safe during the job application process.Legit.ng reports that the warning appeared in a public awareness post on the commission's official website on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran-led FCC advises Ni…

US indicts Nigerian national for using romance scams to defraud government agency of more than $300,000 A 45-year-old Nigerian national, Okeoghene Patrick Udugba, has been indicted on federal charges accusing him of helping orchestrate a romance scam and business email fraud scheme that allegedly defrauded the U.S. Fis…

…advised Nigerians to disregard the report. The clarification comes amid recurring online scams in which fraudsters circulate fake recruitment notices in the name of the commission to deceive job seekers and extort money from unsuspecting members of the public. The EFCC has repeatedly maintained that its recruitment exe…

…over digital fraud targeting vulnerable populations seeking social support. Similar scams have previously surfaced around programs like N-Power, prompting questions from citizens in replies to the official post.

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…lawful investigations. In a country battling identity fraud, cybercrime and financial scams, this is not a minor benefit. This is why the clean-up should not be seen as a punishment of the industry. It should be seen as preparation for the next phase of the industry. For MTN, it confirms the depth of its active base an…

…the public.” The actor maintained that he has never engaged in cyber fraud or romantic scams, nor has he authorized anyone to seek funds in his name. He asked the people to exclusively use his verified social media profiles, which display the official blue checkmark. “I would like to use this opportunity to state once…

…payments company is. Every transaction on its network teaches it something about fraud, scams, and cyber threats. Instead of keeping that intelligence in-house, it is packaging it into a business of its own. The more digital payments grow in Africa, the more valuable that intelligence becomes. Showcase Your Brand at Mo…

…and other rules designed to protect children from inappropriate content and scams, Apple said. The company also updated Attachment 12 of its Apple Developer Program License Agreement to specify terms for iOS apps in Brazil, which will use the Core Technology Commission (CTC) fee structure. This 5% CTC fee had replaced…

…said the measure was needed to prevent the spread of fake exam papers and related scams. Telegram challenged the order in the Delhi High Court, arguing that authorities should target specific content rather than block the entire platform. The court, however, upheld the restriction on Friday. The response extended beyon…