by Thomas Alber | Sep 18, 2024 | For the Public, latest-news
When natural disasters or humanitarian crises strike, there is often a surge in public generosity, with individuals and organizations eager to support victims. However, scammers exploit this goodwill to solicit fraudulent donations, taking advantage of the urgency and...
by Thomas Alber | Sep 16, 2024 | Basics, Crypto Scams, For the Public, For Victims, latest-news
Military personnel and their families are pillars of sacrifice, duty, and resilience. However, the very qualities that make them strong also make them targets for increasingly sophisticated financial fraud schemes. From fraudulent investments to identity theft,...
by Thomas Alber | Sep 15, 2024 | For the Public, latest-news
Agent Thomas R. Alber, known as the “US Crypto Cop,” is a highly experienced law enforcement officer and military veteran with over 35 years of service. He currently serves as an Enforcement Agent with the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission, where he is a...
by Thomas Alber | Sep 13, 2024 | Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news
In the world of cryptocurrency, scams have evolved to take advantage of the digital age’s most recognizable faces: celebrities. One growing and deeply concerning trend is celebrity impersonation crypto scams, where scammers pose as famous figures to promote fraudulent...
by Thomas Alber | Sep 3, 2024 | Banking, Crypto Scams, For Peace Officers, For the Public, latest-news
The rise of ransomware attacks has become one of the most significant and pervasive threats to cybersecurity worldwide. These attacks, where malicious actors encrypt a victim’s data and demand payment in exchange for the decryption key, have grown exponentially...
by Thomas Alber | Sep 2, 2024 | Chinese Organized Crime, Crypto, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news, Organized Crime
In the digital age, scams have evolved into increasingly sophisticated operations that exploit unsuspecting victims through advanced technology. Among these, the “pig butchering” scam stands out for its meticulous and calculated nature. This term, derived...