The Illusion of Profit: Inside the World of Investment Scams

by Thomas Alber | Aug 16, 2025 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, Knowledge Base, latest-news

Last year, Mark thought he had finally found his big break. A “friend” he met online introduced him to a crypto investment platform that promised steady, guaranteed returns. The website looked professional, complete with charts, testimonials, and even a dashboard...

🚨 The Fake Fix: How “Tech Support” Scammers Con You Out of Control and Cash

by Thomas Alber | Aug 14, 2025 | Crypto Scams, For the Public, Knowledge Base, latest-news

Last Tuesday, Linda was working on her laptop when a bright red pop-up filled the screen. It blared: “Your computer is infected! Call Microsoft immediately!” The message even had a toll-free number and an official-looking logo. Panicked, she dialed. Within seconds, a...

Scammers, Slavery, and Billions in Fraud What’s Really Behind That Random Text or Email

by Thomas Alber | Aug 11, 2025 | Chinese Organized Crime, Crypto Scams, For the Public, latest-news, Organized Crime

Scammers, Slavery, and Billions in FraudWhat’s Really Behind That Random Text or EmailWhen a call, text, or email arrives out of nowhere—whether claiming you’ve won a prize, owe money, or must download software—it’s easy to dismiss it as just another nuisance. But...

💰 The Anatomy of an Investment Scam: Origins, Methods, and How They Work By USCryptoCop

by Thomas Alber | Jul 31, 2025 | Basics, Crypto Scams, For Peace Officers, For the Public, For Victims, latest-news

Investment scams are among the most financially devastating frauds, targeting people from all walks of life with promises of fast wealth, zero risk, and insider knowledge. These schemes have evolved dramatically over the years—from mail-order Ponzi operations to...

Scam Awareness Tip of the Day!

by Thomas Alber | Apr 20, 2025 | For the Public, latest-news

Scam Awareness Tip!

by Thomas Alber | Apr 19, 2025 | For the Public, latest-news