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We’re kicking off the St. Louis IAFCI Chapter Conference Nov 6!
We’re kicking off the St. Louis IAFCI Chapter Conference Nov 6!Agent Thomas R. Alber, USCryptoCop, will be first on stage sharing insights on today’s scams and digital crime threats. Don’t miss it! 🔍 #IAFCI #FraudAwareness #CyberSecurity
The Illusion of Profit: Inside the World of Investment Scams
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...
We’re kicking off the St. Louis IAFCI Chapter Conference Nov 6!
We’re kicking off the St. Louis IAFCI Chapter Conference Nov 6!Agent Thomas R. Alber, USCryptoCop, will be first on stage sharing insights on today’s scams and digital crime threats. Don’t miss it! 🔍 #IAFCI #FraudAwareness #CyberSecurity
Cryptocurrency for the Patrol Officer Course
🚓 FREE TRAINING!Join Agent Thomas R. Alber “USCryptoCop” for Cryptocurrency for the Patrol Officer — Dec 3, 2025, Lenexa Justice Center.✅ MO & KS POST ApprovedRegister: bmccombs@lenexa.com#USCryptoCop #FraudPrevention #CryptoCrime
💰 The Anatomy of an Investment Scam: Origins, Methods, and How They Work By USCryptoCop
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...
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Financial Fraud Targeting Military Personnel and Their Families: A Growing Threat
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,...
From Scammed to Scammed Again: The Dark Side of Crypto Recovery Services
As cryptocurrency has grown into a mainstream financial asset, so too have the scams targeting unsuspecting investors. From phishing schemes to fraudulent investment platforms, cryptocurrency fraud has become alarmingly prevalent, leading to significant financial...
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