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Internet auction scammers find plenty of customers in the state 01 Apr 2005 Then he called the Internet Fraud Complaint Center and the federal trade commission, which said to save his paperwork in case they decide to investigate. ... Concord Monitor, Microsoft files 117 lawsuits targeting "phishing" 01 Apr 2005 1 (Xinhuanet) -- Microsoft Corp. on Thursday filed 117 federal lawsuits against unnamed defendants, escalating its efforts to crack down on Internet fraud. ... Xinhua, Top 10 investing scams exposed 01 Apr 2005 ...elite investment banks. 8. Internet Fraud: Internet fraud has become a steadily growing business. During “Operation Clean Sweep ... Khalsa News Network, US Airways Deal Approved 01 Apr 2005 Microsoft escalated its efforts to crack down on Internet fraud, announcing that it filed 117 civil lawsuits aimed at identifying people the company says ... Washington Post Investment scams: Financial crimes of the worst kind 01 Apr 2005 As explained before, the classic investment scam is a Ponzi scheme, but there are also scams called Affinity Fraud, Internet Fraud, Unregistered Products ... SitNews, Town scolded on e-mail probe 01 Apr 2005 ...that police departments must be allowed wide latitude in utilizing investigative techniques to combat cyber-crimes such as child pornography and Internet fraud ... Albany Times Union, Mastermind of $60 million Internet fraud Mar 11, 2005 SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- The self-acknowledged mastermind behind an international scheme that bilked 15,000 investors of nearly ... Charleston Sunday Gazette Mail, Internet Fraud Taps Transactions Mar 28, 2005 Description: Sheilah Kast talks to Sudan Grant, Director of the National Fraud Center/Internet Fraud Watch, about methods used to scam customers on the Internet ... NPR (audio), Cops warn of internet fraud Mar 29, 2005 Police are warning punters to be on their guard against internet scams after seeing a spike in complaints from victims ripped off by crooks. ... Register, Time Warner to pay $300 million to settle Internet fraud case Mar 21, 2005 By The Associated Press. New York - Time Warner Inc., the world's largest media company and owner of AOL, will pay $300 million to ... Denver Post, Brazil makes big bust against internet fraud Mar 17, 2005 ...reais ($25 million and $50 million) over the last two years," said Eduardo Cidreira, head of the police department in charge of internet fraud in Brazil's ... New Zealand Herald, Brazil makes big Internet fraud bust Mar 17, 2005 ...reais ($18 million and $37 million) over the last two years," said Eduardo Cidreira, head of the police department in charge of Internet fraud in Brazil's ... MSNBC Man guilty of Internet fraud Mar 18, 2005 BY DANA STRONGIN. A former Wichita man was found guilty Friday of fraud for using the Internet to sell items that buyers never received. ... Kansas.com, Bangalore MBBS student held for internet fraud Mar 21, 2005 New Delhi, March 21: THE Economic Offences wing on Monday arrested a medical student from Bangalore in an online fraud case. Siva ... Delhi Newsline, Police and banks launch internet fraud awareness campaign Mar 8, 2005 Increasing internet fraud has prompted federal police and banks to launch a national education program warning online bank customers to protect their personal ... Sydney Morning Herald (subscription), Former Edmonton man, mastermind of Internet fraud, gets 10 years ... Mar 11, 2005 SACRAMENTO (CP) - A former Edmonton man, the self-acknowledged mastermind behind an international scheme that bilked 15,000 investors of nearly $60 million US ... National Post, More chance of getting hit by car than internet fraud - BNZ Mar 14, 2005 Bank of New Zealand says people have more chance of getting hit by a car than they have of being the victim of internet banking fraud despite having to block ... Stuff.co.nz, Broadband link seen to Internet fraud Feb 28, 2005 Vietnam and Romania joined the United States at the top of the league of countries generating the largest amounts of Internet fraud over the recent Christmas ... MSNBC Two Romanians arrested on Internet fraud charges Mar 1, 2005 TIMISOARA, Romania (AP) -- Two Romanians have been arrested on charges they were part of a crime group that defrauded dozens of people in Europe and the United ... Winnipeg Sun, Quova and 41st Parameter Partner to Revolutionize Internet Fraud ... Mar 8, 2005 ..."Together we have a tremendous opportunity to change the way e-commerce and financial services companies worldwide protect themselves against Internet fraud.". ... mysan.de (Pressemitteilung), Local man connected to Internet fraud scheme Mar 8, 2005 STOW -- A Hudson resident, formerly of Stow, is facing up to 20 years in jail and upwards of $250,000 in fines in connection with an Internet fraud scheme that ... MetroWest Daily News, Safe Internet Practice Key To Preventing Fraud Mar 14, 2005 If people do all they can protect their own computers, the chances of hit by Internet fraud, and Internet Banking fraud in particular, are very low.�. ... Scoop.co.nz (press release), Police and banks launch Internet fraud awareness campaign Mar 7, 2005 Increasing Internet fraud has prompted federal police and banks to launch a national education program, warning online bankers to protect their personal ... ZDNet.com.au, Pharming - a new technique for Internet fraud Mar 7, 2005 Hackers appear to have an increasing interest in reaping financial reward from their actions and creations. If until now, phishing ... eBCVG World: Bank says chance of internet fraud tiny Mar 14, 2005 ...[World News]: Bank of New Zealand says people have more chance of getting hit by a car than they have of being the victim of internet banking fraud. ... Keralanext, Vietnam, Romania and US top internet fraud list Feb 28, 2005 Vietnam and Romania joined the US at the top of the league of countries generating the largest amounts of internet fraud over the recent Christmas holiday ... Financial Times, Cyber Threat Rapidly Increasing Mar 30, 2005 ...criminal activity facilitated by computers and the Internet, such as theft of intellectual property, online sexual exploitation of children, and Internet fraud ... Men's News Daily, Online Travel Deals Invite Scams Mar 30, 2005 ..."But that may be misleading," Harrington said, pointing out that most travel scams are now carried out online, and Internet fraud receives the largest number ... Kansas City infoZine, Banks fess up on online fraud Mar 27, 2005 ...says. BNZ spokesman Zaman Toleafoa describes instances of Internet fraud as low, with about 26 "successful" attempts last year. ... Stuff.co.nz, Protect yourself when shopping online Mar 29, 2005 The Internet Fraud Complaint Center, a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National White Collar Crime Center, says many of these ... Consumer Reports (subscription) Chat room profile leads to credit-card fraud Mar 15, 2005 GANDER — The RCMP in Gander have arrested a man and woman in an Internet fraud case, after a victim was stuck with credit-card bills totalling about $3,000. ... CBC - Newfoundland & Labrador, Double trouble for online fraudsters Mar 29, 2005 Bank of New Zealand spokesman Zaman Toleafoa said instances of internet fraud were low, with about 26 "successful" attempts last year. ... Australian Financial Review, Man guilty of Internet fraud Mar 19, 2005 A former Wichita man was found guilty Friday of fraud for using the Internet to sell items that buyers never received. A federal ... Computer Crime Research Center, Banking commish IDs top 10 scams Mar 29, 2005 The list named unlicensed brokers, unregistered investment products, Internet fraud and investment scams that target senior citizens as possible threats to ... Connecticut Post, FEAR HOMELESSNESS? Read "Shadow Women: Homeless Women's Survival ... Mar 30, 2005 ...losses, even if they include future income and disabilities due to the refusal of a state Attorney General to prosecute the felony of internet fraud (eg, Maine ... NewsReleaseWire.com (press release) Indiscriminate bidders pay high price Mar 28, 2005 ...elsewhere. Here are a few tips about how to keep from being defrauded from Internet Fraud Watch at http://www.fraud.org. Always ... Ventura County Star (subscription), Internet International Business Authority (NetIBA) Announces ... Mar 26, 2005 ...(PRLEAP.COM) NetIBA offers a free Consumer Protection Tool to combat Internet Fraud while making the Internet a safer place. The ... PR Leap (press release), Criminals have gone phishing Mar 31, 2005 ..."Phishing," which is pronounced "fishing" but uses the "ph" because it looks more cyberpunk, is a form of Internet fraud designed to get personal information ... New Albany Tribune, Ponzi schemes No. 1 on SEC's watch list for investment scams Mar 29, 2005 Crimes Unit, said in Naples he's seen several cases of people selling unlicensed securities and a spate of Nigerian letter scams and Internet fraud, most of it ... Golden Gate Gazette, Quova and 41st Parameter Partner to Revolutionize Internet Fraud ... Mar 8, 2005 ..."Together we have a tremendous opportunity to change the way e-commerce and financial services companies worldwide protect themselves against Internet fraud.". WWWCoder.com (press release), Internet scam seemed legit Mar 26, 2005 The FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center have teamed up to create the Internet Fraud Complaint Center. Check out the center's ... Clarksville Leaf Chronicle, Man found guilty of fraud Mar 22, 2005 The Internet Fraud center Web site (http:www.ifccfbi.gov) offers tips for consumers who purchase goods over the Internet, as well as a place to go to file ... El Dorado Times, Easy prey on phone chat lines, cops warn Mar 31, 2005 ..."They are being victimized.''. "There has been Internet fraud, but that takes a little bit more sophistication than street criminals have,'' said David Olson ... Chicago Sun-Times Fake money orders surface here Mar 30, 2005 White County State's Attorney T. Scott Webb has warned the public about Internet fraud schemes after receiving several complaints from area residents. ... Carmi Times, You must protect yourself against cross-border fraud Mar 20, 2005 ...fraud. That's a 32 percent increase over the year before. More than half of those complaints involved Internet fraud. Topping the ... Arizona Republic, Banks told 'admit you have a fraud problem' Mar 24, 2005 ...too long. Compare that to the problem of Internet fraud and you will realise you are scratching a nit on a gnat's nut. First thing ... Silicon.com, State auditor releases list of top 10 scams Mar 25, 2005 Internet fraud: Stock promoters use online boiler rooms, instant messaging and phony Web sites to lure investors into "pump-and-dump" stock schemes. ... The Missoulian, NetIBA releases online anti-fraud tool Mar 11, 2005 The NetIBA Consumer Protection Tool fights Internet fraud by preventing fraudsters from hiding behind the veil of anonymity on the Internet. ... Finextra (press release), Regulators target net fraud Mar 7, 2005 INCREASING internet fraud has prompted federal police and banks to launch a national education program warning consumers to protect their personal information ... Australian, Grover woman is victim of fraud Mar 10, 2005 In 2004, about 207,250 people filed complaints reporting some type of Internet fraud and losses totaling $68.14 million, according to the federal Internet ... San Luis Obispo Tribune, New Industry Helping Banks Fight Back Mar 4, 2005 Dan Larkin, unit chief of the FBI's Internet Fraud Compliant Center in Morgantown, W.Va., said he has heard reports of banks disabling sites by knocking them ... BizReport ID theft Canadians' biggest on-line worry Mar 29, 2005 Phishing has becoming an increasingly prevalent form of Internet fraud, luring victims with phony Web sites that look identical to those from legitimate ... Globetechnology.com, Officials warn of online ticket scam Mar 29, 2005 Monday. Such scams are inexpensive and easy to set up, said Bradley Gross, an attorney and Internet fraud expert in Florida. "It ... NorthJersey.com, Man enters plea in fraud case Mar 9, 2005 Brunton is at least the second Edmond resident this year to plead guilty in Oklahoma City federal court to an Internet fraud scheme. ... NewsOK.com (subscription), Stop, thief Mar 1, 2005 It's easy to think of internet fraud as something that happens overseas. But some of Australia's largest banks have been hit by internet "phishing" scams. ... Sydney Morning Herald (subscription), Software firms trying to net online 'phishing' fraud Mar 12, 2005 ...the spotlight at the world's biggest IT fair, the CeBIT, with software companies touting the latest defenses against ever more devious tricks in Internet fraud ... INQ7 Interactive, Inc., Local man charged with fraud Mar 9, 2005 STOW - A former Stow resident is facing up to 20 years in jail and upwards of $250,000 in fines in connection with an Internet fraud scheme that authorities ... Beacon Villager, Stay alert to scams, identity theft Mar 23, 2005 File a report with the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-438-4338 or the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center, www.IFCCFBI.gov. Janesville Gazette, Combating "Cardholder Not Present" Fraud Mar 9, 2005 ...of smart cards, it is predicted that CNP fraud will increase further, along with other forms of fraud such as advanced internet fraud techniques like phishing. ... Help Net Security, Net domain scams offer preregistration Mar 28, 2005 There have been more than 8 million such complaints since 1998. The Internet fraud problem is out of control, and growing every day. ... Bangor Daily News, Eagle Eye Mar 11, 2005 32-page, A4-size magazine explaining how to protect her business against crime, along with two leaflets on fighting arsonists and defeating internet fraud. ... ic Berkshire.co.uk, ATMs, other unregistered 'investments' cited as one of most common ... Mar 25, 2005 ...schemes, unlicensed individuals selling securities, promissory notes, senior investment fraud, high-yield investment schemes, Internet fraud, affinity fraud ... ATM marketplace.com (press release), Miss. secretary of state releases survey of investment scams Mar 26, 2005 Internet fraud: Stock promoters are using online "boiler rooms," instant messaging, and fake Web sites to lure investors into "pump-and-dump" stock schemes. ... Picayune Item, Netting 'phishing' fraud operators Mar 13, 2005 ...the spotlight at the world's biggest IT fair, the CeBIT, with software companies touting the latest defences against ever more devious tricks in internet fraud ... IAfrica South African News, No agreement on Oath authentication Mar 29, 2005 ...management team. Two-factor authentication is viewed as a strong defense against phishing attacks, Internet fraud and identity theft. A ... ComputerWorld When "Gone Phishing" Spells Trouble Mar 2, 2005 Anyway, the kind of phishing my experience illustrates is a type of Internet fraud whereby some clever bastards spoof legitimate web sites in order to get the ... Blogcritics.org Common sense helps beat scams Mar 27, 2005 ...digit returns. There's simply no such thing as an investment without risk that pays rewards on that scale. Internet fraud. Pump-and ... Birmingham News, Buyer beware: Not all autographs genuine Mar 25, 2005 The FBI has established an internet fraud task force that handles complaints. if you think you've been ripped off, go to the Internet Fraud Complaint Center. WBBH, Internet scam traced back to McKinney Mar 5, 2005 Crime Fraud Report compiled by the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), 103,959 complaints of Internet fraud were referred ... McKinney Courier Gazette, Making Internet banking safer is also the user's responsibility Mar 8, 2005 While the attention given to Internet fraud has focused on what security measures banks can implement, Kotzé points out that clients also have a role to play ... ITWeb, We'll Sell It, Inc. & AuctionWagon, Inc. Announce eBay Drop-Off ... Mar 15, 2005 Jon Cherkas, a We'll Sell It Beverly Hills customer, has been a recent victim of Internet fraud and identity theft. Cherkas noted ... PR Newswire (press release) Great bank heist Mar 13, 2005 There's little chance the true cost of internet fraud to banks – in stolen funds and the many millions spent staying ahead of increasingly sophisticated ... Australian, BIMB’s bid to stay ahead Mar 28, 2005 ...the Internet. Based on a survey done, he said over 70% of credit card holders interviewed were concerned about Internet fraud. He ... The Edge Daily, Internet scam targeting families of those killed in Iraq Mar 2, 2005 Calling the new Internet fraud schemes "among the worst we have ever encountered," Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security Michael J. Garcia said his agency ... Kootenai Valley Press, Willy Trolove: Internet banking accounts as safe as unlocked ... Mar 20, 2005 ...can take several practical steps to reduce even further the already just about damn near negligible probability that you will be the victim of internet fraud. ... New Zealand Herald, Don't fall for the phishers' bait Feb 28, 2005 Also, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission, at 1-877-IDTHEFT (1-877-438-4338), or with the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center, online at www ... Kansas City Star (subscription), Supreme court nixes review of state casket regulation Mar 22, 2005 ..."I don't think it's going to stifle competition one bit," Parks said. Unfortunately, he said Internet fraud still happens even in Oklahoma. ... Shawnee News Star, Top investment scams Mar 24, 2005 ...citizens and their life savings. Internet fraud appeared in the top 10, as well as oil and gas scams. With oil prices at record ... CNN NASAA Names Top 10 Threats to Investors Mar 24, 2005 7. Internet Fraud: Stock promoters are using online "boiler rooms," instant messaging, and fake websites to lure investors into "pump- and-dump" stock schemes. ... mysan.de (Pressemitteilung), COASTAL BUSINESS Mar 23, 2005 7. Internet fraud | Stock promoters are using online "boiler rooms," instant messaging and fake Web sites to lure investors into "pump-and-dump" stock schemes. ... Myrtle Beach Sun News, MENDOTA HEIGHTS Mar 25, 2005 Internet fraud: A resident bought a $1,200 sports jersey on eBay in February but never received the product. The incident was reported to police March 16. ... Pioneer Press, POLICE LOG Mar 17, 2005 FRAUD -- A woman reported at 11:48 am in the first block of Ronda Court that she was the victim of Internet fraud during the past week. ... Walnut Creek Journal, Demand for new law to tackle telephone scams Mar 17, 2005 ...on 8478 1123). If you have lost money to internet fraud, contact the police but do not expect to get it back. People concerned about ... Redbridge Guardian, E-mail virus masquerades as message from FBI Mar 6, 2005 The mail is disguised as correspondence warning people that their Internet use has been monitored by the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center and that they ... News Target, Hook, line and sinker Mar 11, 2005 Phishing - tagged as such because Internet scam artists put out bait, hoping some will bite - is a growing Internet fraud scheme. ... Munster Times, Growing downtown Mar 3, 2005 ..."Right now, Internet fraud is handled by the FBI or the Secret Service, and really they don't have the time to be doing that," Baird said. ... Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, Management at CassTel receives an overhaul Mar 11, 2005 Matzdorff has admitted helping organized-crime figures operate phone-cramming and Internet-fraud schemes that bilked consumers out of hundreds of millions of ... Kansas City Star, Westpac says internet banking systems secure Mar 7, 2005 ...procedures. However, financial losses from internet fraud were "a fraction" the size of older scams, such as cheque fraud. Having ... Stuff.co.nz, Phishing gang chief arrested in Brazil Mar 21, 2005 The head of the police department in charge of Internet fraud in Brazil's state of Santa Catarina believes that Valdir Paulo de Almeida headed up one of ... I.T. Vibe, Cyber Crime: EFCC Goes Tough On Erring Proprietors Mar 18, 2005 IN an apparent move to check the increasing rate of internet fraud, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday declared that it would start ... AllAfrica.com, Brazilian cops net 'phishing kingpin' Mar 21, 2005 ...[and] sent over three million emails with Trojan horses per day," Eduardo Cidreira, head of the police department in charge of Internet fraud in Brazil's ... Register, Free Report Helps People Avoid eBay Scams Feb 28, 2005 ...(PRLEAP.COM) In 2002, Internet auction fraud was the most reported offense according to the Internet Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC). ... PR Leap (press release), Police catch $37m global phishing fraudster Mar 21, 2005 The head of the police department in charge of internet fraud in Brazil's Santa Catarina state believes that the arrested man, Valdir Paulo de Almeida, headed ... VNUNet.com, Beware of online banking scams Mar 22, 2005 ...online banking scams. If you need to report Internet fraud, go to www.fraudwatchinternational.com/internetfraud/report.htmIt. The Web ... Business Gazette, eBay car deal leads to time on probation Mar 16, 2005 A Republic man with a history of problematic car deals was sentenced Wednesday to five years of probation for Internet fraud, after taking money for a car he ... News-Leader.com, BellSouth Investigation Leads to Guilty Plea in Spamming Case Mar 1, 2005 Internet experience. These cases reflect BellSouth's continuing fight against spam and other forms of Internet fraud. BellSouth ... Yahoo News (press release) Complaints take on new trend Mar 15, 2005 The survey by the council shows that, in the second half of 2004, the number of Internet fraud cases was 303, twice the number for the first half. ... Xinhua, Special Report: Phishing for trouble Mar 8, 2005 Finally, report suspected abuses of personal information to proper authorities such as the FBI Internet fraud complaint center at ifccfbi.gov or the Anti ... Web Devil Archived links. These articles may no longer be available. To access these articles you will need to contact the listed source publication (i.e. LA Times, CNN, etc).
Gadget-Friendly Flights, Mad Cow Testing, DJ Dream Camp, and More 01 Jan 2004 The Internet Fraud Complaint Center, set up a few years ago to refer fraud cases to the authorities, is changing its name to the Internet Crime Complaint Center ... (TechTV) Internet Fraud is Driving New Technologies to Safeguard Online ... Dec 29, 2003 ...solutions for fraud detection typically identify just 50% to 70% of all fraudulent payment transactions, addressing only a portion of existing Internet fraud. ... (Accountingweb.com, IN) Internet Fraud Complaints Rise 60 Percent in 2003 Dec 30, 2003 The Center, which changed its name last week from the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, maintains a database on Internet crime and acts as a clearinghouse for ... (E-Commerce Times) Large numbers of internet fraud in Colorado Dec 29, 2003 Internet fraud and identity thefts are hitting Colorado particularly hard. Reports show that in 2002, Colorado ranked fourth in ... (KOAA, CO) Internet fraud warning Dec 26, 2003 The FBI and National White Collar Crime Center have also set up a Web site where you can report suspected cases of Internet fraud at www.ifccfbi.gov. ... (KUSA, CO) Edmond woman accused of Internet fraud Dec 20, 2003 An arrest warrant has been issued for an Edmond woman who allegedly violated the state's Computer Crimes Act. Mindy Lynn Cummings ... (KFOR-TV, OK) Financial Services Sector Bracing For Upswing In Internet Fraud Dec 16, 2003 LONDON: Banking officials and computer security experts have predicted the wave of cyber scams targeting the financial services sector will soar in 2004 as the ... (Financial Express, India) Finance sector bracing for upswing in Internet fraud Dec 15, 2003 DECEMBER 15, 2003 ( REUTERS ) - LONDON -- Banking officials and computer security experts predicted today that the wave of cyberscams targeting the financial ... (ComputerWorld) Internet fraud is hot new trend Dec 12, 2003 According to the Associated Press, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, created three years ago by the FBI, says about 2,500 people in each state filed such ... (Shelbyville News, IN) Internet Fraud Dec 7, 2003 ...(Detroit-AP) -- Michigan and Ohio are tied for seventh in the nation for the number of residents filing complaints about fraud cases involving Internet auction ... (WTOL, OH) Lawrence Walsh: Be wary of Internet transactions, fraud Dec 30, 2003 Myers said consumers should be leery of overseas transactions "because a lot of Internet fraud originates in foreign countries. ... (Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA) ID Theft, Online Fraud A Growing Problem In Colorado Dec 29, 2003 DENVER (AP) Identity theft and Internet fraud, two of the nation's fastest-growing crimes, are hitting Colorado particularly hard, experts say. ... (news4colorado.com, CO) State Attorney General Files Suit Against Warsaw Woman Dec 30, 2003 BY KRISTA PRIMROSE, Times-Union Staff Writer. A Warsaw woman, Nikki Brindle, is being sued on charges of Internet fraud by State Attorney General Steve Carter. ... (Warsaw Times Union, IN) Romania becoming hub for cyber-crime Dec 28, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most-talented computer students are exploiting their talents online," the US-based Internet Fraud ... (Washington Times, DC) ID Theft, Online Fraud A Growing Problem In Colorado Dec 27, 2003 DENVER -- Identity theft and Internet fraud, two of the nation's fastest-growing crimes, are hitting Colorado particularly hard, experts say. ... (KMGH, CO) New twist on Nigerian Advance Fee scam leaves man $ 12000 poorer Dec 30, 2003 The schemes are so prevalent that the FBI has joined with the National White Collar Crime Center to establish the Internet Fraud Complaint Center. ... (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO) Online crime up in 2003 Dec 29, 2003 ...phishers, online auction scammers and Nigerians professing a deep sense of purpose and utmost sincerity, judging from the latest stats from the Internet Fraud ... (The Register, UK) Net fraud, ID theft strike close to home Dec 26, 2003 Internet fraud and identity theft, acknowledged as one of the nation's fastest-growing crimes with millions of dollars at stake, is hitting Colorado ... (Denver Post, CO) ID theft , online fraud a growing problem in Colorado Dec 26, 2003 DENVER (AP) -- Identity theft and Internet fraud, two of the nation's fastest-growing crimes, are hitting Colorado particularly hard, experts say. ... (The Casper Star Tribune, WY) ID theft, online fraud a growing problem in Colorado Dec 26, 2003 DENVER (AP) - Identity theft and Internet fraud, two of the nation's fastest-growing crimes, are hitting Colorado particularly hard, experts say. ... (Wyoming News, WY) Internet Crime Center Changes Name Dec 29, 2003 FAIRMONT, W.Va. (AP)—To reflect the broad nature of complaints it's handling, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center is changing its name to the Internet Crime ... (eWeek) ASK THE SHERIFF Dec 17, 2003 The Waukesha County Sheriff's Department still continues to see an increase in Internet fraud complaints. Our early estimates suggest ... (Sussex Sun, WI) Sellers beware: Area families targeted by international car-buy ... Dec 27, 2003 Nigerians offering millions of dollars (in exchange for some personal banking information), most are probably not aware of another burgeoning Internet fraud ... (Nevada City Union, CA) Consumer pet peeves Dec 29, 2003 Predatory lending. Identity theft. Dangerous products. Internet fraud. But to be a consumer, as we all know, is simply a fact of everyday life. ... (Fort Wayne News Sentinel, IN) Cold comfort for investors in wake of latest fraud scandal Dec 27, 2003 According to a report in the Economist, the Internet Fraud Complaint Centre (IFCC) received just under 50,000 complaints last year, with a median loss of $435 ... (The Scotsman, UK) Romania tackles rise in cyber-crime Dec 27, 2003 Julia Mickey Wilson, a specialist with the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, a joint initiative between the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center, says ... (BBC News, UK) Internet Crime Center Changes Name Dec 24, 2003 FAIRMONT, W.Va. — To reflect the broad nature of complaints it's handling, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center is changing its name to the Internet Crime ... (Los Angeles Times (subscription), CA) Auction site can turn crime scene for unwary Dec 26, 2003 The Internet Fraud Complaint Center, a joint project of the FBI and the National White-Collar Crime Center, referred 58,392 Internet-related fraud complaints ... (Charleston Post Courier (subscription), SC) Officials warn of online fraud Dec 24, 2003 Police, prosecutors and consumer protection officials are bracing for a spike in Internet fraud complaints as the holiday shopping season winds up. ... (Honolulu Advertiser, HI) Number of fraud cases rises Dec 22, 2003 The Internet Fraud Complaint Center, co-managed by the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center, got 75,063 Internet fraud complaints in 2002. ... (Shelbyville News, IN) Online Shopping Scams Dec 17, 2003 ...the Internet. The Internet Fraud Complaint Center says Americans lost 54 million dollars in online shopping fraud in 2002. Jan Lunsford ... (WIBW, KS) Internet Crime Center Changes Name Dec 24, 2003 FAIRMONT, W.Va. -- To reflect the broad nature of complaints it's handling, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center is changing its name to the Internet Crime ... (Hampton Roads Daily Press, VA) Internet Crime Center Changes Name Dec 24, 2003 FAIRMONT, W.Va. - To reflect the broad nature of complaints it's handling, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center is changing its name to the Internet Crime ... (WMAR (ABC2), MD) Area man arrested for fraud Dec 24, 2003 State police received two complaints from the FBI Internet Fraud Complaint Center from two customers who had ordered computers from Ameritec. ... (Tunkhannock New Age Examiner, PA) PC Mall fights fraud with three-tiered defense Dec 17, 2003 The amount of fraud that we see is mind-boggling," he says. PC Mall isn't alone. Internet fraud is a widespread problem for retailers. ... (Computerworld Australia, Australia) Internet scams heat up during holidays Dec 21, 2003 This year, the number of complaints about online fraud have risen by 40 percent from 2002, to more than 106,000, according to the Internet Fraud Complaint ... (The News Journal, DE) Online fraud cases triple Dec 6, 2003 Auction fraud, at 46 percent of all reported Internet fraud, is by far the most common, said Ronda Ellcessor, communications manager for the National White ... (Detroit News, MI) Police taking steps to fight cyber crime Dec 22, 2003 According to James, Internet fraud generally starts with something as simple as an e-mail asking for information, and can lead to such things as identity theft ... (Boston Globe, MA) POLICE BLOTTER Dec 26, 2003 When the victims did not get the merchandise they had paid for they contacted the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, which is a branch of the FBI, detailing what ... (Massapequa Post, NY) How safe is your system? Dec 21, 2003 ...transactions. The FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC) received a referral from a small business that sold pharmaceuticals online. ... (The Columbian, WA) Warning email hides scam Dec 18, 2003 The email, headlined "Online Banking: Protect Yourself from Internet Fraud" purports to come from the address validate@westpac.com.au and includes a link to a ... (ZDNet.co.uk, UK) IP2Location.com Releases Database to Identify Geographical ... Dec 17, 2003 ...location of visitors in real time, Web sites can display localized content, server bandwidth balancing, improve click-throughs and sales, prevent Internet fraud ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Two more scam victims tell their tales Dec 17, 2003 ...this money weren't stolen. "In about two days I received a phone call from an 'Internet Fraud Investigator'. He told me that this ... (Sydney Morning Herald, Australia) Scammers bid to nail Westpac customers Dec 17, 2003 The e-mail, headlined Online Banking: Protect Yourself from Internet Fraud purports to come from the address validate@westpac.com.au and includes a link to a ... (ZDNet.com.au, Australia) Warning about 'phishing' turns out to be scam Dec 19, 2003 The email, headlined 'Online Banking: Protect Yourself from Internet Fraud', purports to come from the address validate@westpac.com.au and includes a link to a ... (Silicon.com) Online fraud to spur new breed of technology Dec 12, 2003 ...for fraud detection typically identify just 50 to 70 percent of all fraudulent payment transactions, addressing only a portion of existing Internet fraud. ... (Inman.com, CA) Online sales expected to be up as much as 45 percent over last ... Dec 18, 2003 ...season, as analysts forecast industry sales to increase anywhere between 20 percent and 45 percent over last year, despite rising fears of Internet fraud. ... (MENAFN, Middle East) FBI NATIONAL PRESS OFFICE Dec 23, 2003 ...the wide-ranging nature of on-line complaints being reported, the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) today announced that the Internet Fraud ... (FBI Press Room (press release)) Battle on Internet credit card fraud still long Dec 7, 2003 ...by the House of Representatives itself. Thus, there are two avenues in tackling the Internet fraud issue. The first is to create ... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia) Credit.Com Offers Free Identity Theft Defense Package With ... Dec 16, 2003 The one-year Identity Theft 911 defense package includes identity theft and Internet fraud insurance as well as crisis resolution services for identity theft ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Web Shops Fight Fraud Dec 15, 2003 90 percent of fraud attempts, he says. Internet fraud is a widespread problem for retailers. Based on results of its annual survey ... (PC World) Michigan, Ohio 7th in nation for victims of online fraud Dec 7, 2003 The Internet Fraud Complaint Center, created three years ago by the FBI, says about 2,500 people in each state filed such complaints last year. ... (Miami Herald, FL) St George warns on email fraud Dec 7, 2003 Bank customers are being reminded to guard against Internet fraud and not send their personal details to anyone in response to an email. ... (ABC Online, Australia) Can the deluge be stopped? Dec 15, 2003 That's changing, said Dan Larkin, unit chief at the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center, which will serve as virtual quarterback for law enforcement in ... (Atlanta Journal Constitution, GA) Shoppers should be on lookout for credit- card fraud Dec 7, 2003 ...increase from last year. Still, half of those shoppers said they have increased concerns about Internet fraud. Despite the worries ... (Pasadena Star-News, CA) Visa warns of e-mail fraud Dec 4, 2003 ...clerk. Reinhardt Buys of the internet legal firm Buys Incorporated, said this case was a classic example of internet fraud. "The ... (News24, South Africa) Web-savvy often scam victims Dec 11, 2003 ...techniques. According to the FBI, victimized consumers lodged 75,063 complaints in 2002 with the Internet Fraud Complaint Center. ... (Indianapolis Star, IN) Computers/Electronics News Dec 9, 2003 Kazkommerzbank (Kazkommertsbank) has Installed a new Way4CommerSafe Module That Protects Payment Transactions From Internet Fraud BRUSSELS, Belgium and BELLAIRE ... (PRNewswire (press release)) 'Wild West' on the Internet Dec 15, 2003 In 2002, more than 75,000 complaints were logged by the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, a program operated by the FBI and the National White Collar Crime ... (Nevada City Union, CA) Internet bank fraudsters arrested Dec 5, 2003 Police are looking into the possibility that those behind the Internet fraud attempt could be from abroad,' an Internet security consultant said. ... (Straits Times, Singapore) THE INVISIBLETHIEVES Dec 6, 2003 Mr Rost did not think they would reduce fraud significantly: "It will re-channel fraudulent activity towards credit fraud and internet fraud.". ... (Nottingham Evening Post, UK) Joe Wojcik/Tribune-Review Dec 7, 2003 And his services are in high demand. "There's more and more Internet fraud everyday," said assistant police Chief William Mullen, Ommert's boss. ... (Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA) EU presses for laws against spam Dec 8, 2003 The law aims to reduce Internet fraud and protect legitimate businesses by banning companies from sending unsolicited e-mail, plucking personal data from Web ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) EU Pushes Members To Comply With Spam Ban Dec 5, 2003 The law aims to reduce Internet fraud and protect legitimate businesses by banning companies from sending unsolicited E-mail, plucking personal data from Web ... (Information Week) EU presses for spam laws Dec 7, 2003 The law aims to reduce internet fraud and protect legitimate businesses by banning companies from sending unsolicited email, plucking personal data from web ... (Australian IT, Australia) Couple Gets Bum On-line Watch Deal Dec 8, 2003 ...with. Complaints can also be filed with the Federal Trade Commission, the Internet Fraud Center and the Better Business Bureau. ... (WTEV, FL) Comodo, Betrusted Finalize SSL Relationship Dec 12, 2003 ...relationship ensures that fully validated SSL certificates continue to be available to their segments of the market, especially at a time when Internet fraud ... (Web Host Industry Review) EU presses for anti-spam laws Dec 5, 2003 The law aims to reduce Internet fraud and protect legitimate businesses by banning companies from sending unsolicited e-mail or plucking personal data from ... (EastDay.com, China) Rise in Bogus E-Mails Seeking Private Data; What to Do Dec 4, 2003 By Carol Levin. Consumers logged more than 100,000 Internet fraud complaints last year — double those of 2001 — according to the FTC. ... (ABC News) RCMP beefs up cybercrime unit Dec 9, 2003 ...its staff -- from two to five -- and added more computers, network and back-up systems to fight a variety of technology-related crimes from Internet fraud to ... (Canada.com, Canada) Good tidings for holiday e-commerce: Broadband should give online ... Dec 4, 2003 Unfortunately the holidays provide better opportunities for Internet fraud and hackers. Using sites of well-know companies is a good idea. ... (Freeport Journal Standard, IL) Today's News in 2 Minutes Dec 9, 2003 Metro. INTERNET FRAUD: Two men who used the Internet to peddle junk merchandise they claimed was perfectly good were sentenced Monday to federal prison terms. ... (Oregonian, OR) The Daily Herald | Dec 9, 2003 ...to keep costs down. Wells Fargo launches new security tool to fight Internet fraud -- Wells Fargo & Co. of San Francisco, which ... (Provo Daily Herald, UT) Court orders Ukrainian's extradition to US Dec 16, 2003 The Criminal Court yesterday ordered the extradition of a Ukrainian wanted in the United States for a series of internet fraud, including the distribution of ... (Bangkok Post, Thailand) Most countries have failed to combat spam Dec 8, 2003 ...possible court action. The main idea of the law is to reduce internet fraud and protect people getting unwanted e-mail. Almost half ... (EUobserver.com, Belgium) EU Takes Step on Spam E-Mail Ban Law Dec 5, 2003 The law aims to reduce Internet fraud and protect legitimate businesses by banning companies from sending unsolicited e-mail, plucking personal data from Web ... (Always On) Cute, fuzzy Beanie Babies at the center of fraud trial 29 Oct 2003 James Velpy said he began receiving complaints about McKenna from the Internet Fraud Complaint Center, a clearinghouse for such information, in September 2000. ... (Chicago Daily Herald, IL) Couple pleads no contest in Internet fraud case Oct 28, 2003 The Anderson owners of a now-defunct automobile moving business that operated over the Internet pleaded no contest Monday to conspiracy to commit fraud. ... (Record-Searchlight, CA) Internet fraud costs tripled last year Oct 27, 2003 The FBI's Internet fraud unit said the number of complaints it referred to law enforcement authorities tripled last year, as did the cost of fraud to victims. ... (ZDNet.co.uk, UK) EU Strengthens Internet Fraud Safeguards Oct 24, 2003 By Geoff Meade, Europe Editor, PA News, Brussels. The European Commission has developed new safeguards against fraud on the Internet ... (The Scotsman, UK) The Fear Factor in Internet Fraud Oct 21, 2003 The scope of this white paper covers a range of Internet fraud types: transaction-level fraud, identity theft and merchant-level fraud. ... (Green Sheet) Study: Internet fraud and attacks rise in tandem Oct 14, 2003 OCTOBER 14, 2003 ( IDG NEWS SERVICE ) - Internet use is still growing fast, but so is Internet-based fraud, according to security vendor VeriSign Inc., which ... (ComputerWorld) Verisign sees internet fraud and attacks rise in tandem Oct 14, 2003 By David Legard, IDG News Service. Internet use is still growing fast but so is Internet-based fraud, according to security vendor ... (InfoWorld, CA) 'Kissme' Carol admits internet fraud Oct 20, 2003 A woman who preyed on lonely single men in internet chatrooms defrauded two of them of nearly $500,000, Christchurch District Court was told yesterday. ... (Stuff.co.nz, New Zealand) Internet Fraud Complaints Rising Oct 18, 2003 ...was auction fraud, followed by non-delivery of promised merchandise, credit card fraud and fake investments, according to the report from the Internet Fraud ... (WOWT, NE) Warsaw Woman Arrested In Internet Fraud Case Oct 15, 2003 BY KRISTA PRIMROSE, Times-Union Staff Writer. Complaints from more than 50 Ebay users across the country led to the arrest of a Warsaw ... (Warsaw Times Union, IN) SALT attendees warned of fraud avenues being used Oct 28, 2003 ...any other state. It's called Internet fraud, and it is a rapidly growing crime across the nation. During his Oct. 14 presentation ... (Weekly Vista, AR) Absa hit by another internet fraud scam Oct 8, 2003 Absa bank has allegedly been hit by another internet fraud scam. Police and Absa are investigating a complaint by a bank client, Vusimuzi Bhengu. ... (SABC News, South Africa) Internet Fraud: A challenge to World Wide Web Security. Oct 7, 2003 ...legitimately or lawfully. Among the problems associated with the www, is the Internet fraud. What is Internet fraud? It is any type ... (GhanaWeb, Ghana) Internet fraud charges net jail term Sep 30, 2003 By Lisa La Plante. PITTSFIELD -- A city man has been sentenced to one year in federal prison for wire fraud. Christopher Kassmieh ... (Berkshire Eagle, MA) Richmond Hill Teen Pleads Guilty In Internet Fraud Scheme Sep 30, 2003 ...“The defendant has admitted his guilt and acknowledged his wrongdoing. His plea of guilty ensures the certainty of a conviction ... (Queens Chronicle, NY) Study: Internet fraud and attacks rise in tandem Oct 14, 2003 Internet use is still growing fast but so is Internet-based fraud, according to security vendor VeriSign, which examined data from its own infrastructure ... (Network World Fusion) Study: Internet fraud and attacks rise in tandem Oct 15, 2003 Internet use is still growing fast, but so is Internet-based fraud, according to security vendor VeriSign Inc., which examined data from its own infrastructure ... (Help Net Security, Croatia) Study: Internet fraud and attacks rise in tandem Oct 14, 2003 Internet use is still growing fast but so is Internet-based fraud, according to security vendor Verisign, which examined data from its own infrastructure ... (Australian Reseller News, Australia) ACCC targets internet fraud Oct 16, 2003 Australia signed an agreement with the United Kingdom and New Zealand overnight in its continued bid to clamp down on international internet fraud. ... (Australian Financial Review, Australia) International agreement tackles Internet fraud Oct 16, 2003 Australia signed an agreement with the United Kingdom and New Zealand today in its continued bid to clamp down on international internet fraud. ... (ZDNet.com.au, Australia) Card takes the burden but you take the credit Oct 28, 2003 ...negligent. Internet fraud is not much of a problem, as it is rarely worthwhile trying to tackle the protection facilities on websites.". ... (Telegraph.co.uk, UK) HACKERS PLUNDER BANK ACCOUNT Oct 28, 2003 ...to discuss the particulars of an individual's bank account without their authority in writing but said they had not experienced an increase in internet fraud ... (South Devon Herald Express, UK) Woman charged with online theft Oct 27, 2003 By MARILYN FONTENOT. An Atchison County woman was sentenced to a year in jail for Internet fraud Friday in District Court. District ... (Atchison Daily Globe, KS) PayPal Pushes For Business Use Oct 24, 2003 ...numbers. Most of the Internet fraud, says Nandkeolyar, occurs on smaller Web sites with fewer safety features than Home Depot. "The ... (Investor's Business Daily (subscription)) Computer 'vampires' feed off Web Oct 26, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most talented computer students are exploiting their talents online," the US-based Internet Fraud ... (Contra Costa Times, CA) Romania world's latest cybercrime hotbed Oct 26, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most talented computer students are exploiting their talents online, the US-based Internet Fraud ... (Oakland Tribune, CA) Site designed and maintained by: Oct 27, 2003 The banking industry says few people have been successfully duped so far and insists that the likelihood of people falling victim to any type of Internet fraud ... (Manchester Evening News, UK) Online bank scam warning Oct 27, 2003 Lawyer Steven Philippsohn, an expert in Internet fraud who advises the Home Office on the subject, said the latest incident was yet another example of how ... (ITV.COM, UK) MailFrontier Announces Anti-Fraud Products and Strategic ... Oct 19, 2003 The 2002 FBI Internet Fraud Report shows 70% of Internet fraud victims are between the ages of 20 and 50 -- in their working prime. ... (Yahoo News (press release)) UK banks and police proffer anti-phishing advice Oct 22, 2003 ...the early indications are that very few people have been successfully duped by these scams - and the likelihood of falling victim to any type of Internet fraud ... (The Register, UK) Forensic Accounting Conference Focuses on Financial Reporting ... Oct 23, 2003 ...and uncovering financial evidence in employee or insurance fraud cases; - investigating in the rapidly evolving area of computer and Internet fraud. ... (Canada NewsWire (press release), Canada) Banks warned to step up defences against Web spoofers Oct 22, 2003 The OCC says the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Centre (IFCC) is reporting a steady increase in complaints involving unsolicited e-mails directing consumers to ... (Finextra) Challenger promises tough fight to unseat Montco DA Oct 23, 2003 ...said. "I expanded our white-collar crime capabilities to include the Internet for identity theft and Internet fraud.". Interested ... (Pottstown Mercury, PA) Reporting security breaches Oct 24, 2003 Many small retailers are unable to provide credit facilities to customers due to their exposure to various types of Internet fraud, as they are ill equipped to ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) Reporting Internet Crime Oct 21, 2003 If your child has been a victim of pornography, sexual predation, spam, Internet fraud, or harassment, don’t take matters into your own hands. ... (Access North Georgia, GA) Outlaw generation in control Oct 22, 2003 ...as soft targets ... dealing in bank card fraud, internet fraud and dealing in a range of other 'victimless' crimes. "We've moved ... (NEWS.com.au, Australia) Police go on attack against drive-by shooters Oct 24, 2003 Credit card fraud and internet fraud are also on the rise. So what are the police doing? Like the criminals they are mobilising. ... (Stuff.co.nz, New Zealand) Fight online fraud Oct 16, 2003 The IFCC 2002 Internet Fraud Report, prepared by the National White Collar Crime Center and the FBI, said the IFCC Web site had received 75,063 complaints ... (Des Moines Register, IA) Romania's hotbed of cybercrime Oct 19, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most talented computer students are exploiting their talents online," the US-based internet Fraud ... (Australian IT, Australia) Romania emerges as new world nexus of cybercrime Oct 18, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most talented computer students are exploiting their talents online,'' the US-based Internet Fraud ... (MSNBC) How Romania became a center of cybercrime Oct 19, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world’s most talented computer students are exploiting their talents online,” the US-based Internet Fraud ... (MSNBC) Romania emerges As nexus of cybercrime Oct 20, 2003 ...possibilities offered in Romania, some of the world's most talented computer students are exploiting their talents on-line," the US-based Internet Fraud ... (The Globe and Mail, Canada) MailFrontier Announces Anti-Fraud Products And Strategic ... Oct 21, 2003 The 2002 FBI Internet Fraud Report shows 70% of Internet fraud victims are between the ages of 20 and 50 - in their working prime. ... (Help Net Security, Croatia) ACCC joins net fraud fight Oct 16, 2003 AUSTRALIA signed an agreement with the United Kingdom and New Zealand today in its continued bid to clamp down on international internet fraud. ... (Australian IT, Australia) Quova Breaks New Ground Against Online Fraud Oct 14, 2003 ...that its GeoPoint service will help support VeriSign's (Nasdaq: VRSN) Fraud Protection Services offering protecting online merchants against Internet fraud. ... (PRNewswire (press release)) Quova Breaks New Ground Against Online Fraud Oct 14, 2003 ...its GeoPoint service will help support VeriSign's (Nasdaq: VRSN - News) Fraud Protection Services offering protecting online merchants against Internet fraud. ... (Yahoo News (press release)) Protecting Children From Internet Pornography Oct 15, 2003 ...solution to the problem of overseas pornographers would be to strengthen international treaties such as we have been doing with regard to Internet fraud and ... (Washington Post) Online banking soars Oct 19, 2003 This suggests that the recent spate of internet fraud against banking sites had only a short-term effect on customer confidence. ... (Australian IT, Australia) Show invites seniors to free workshops Oct 21, 2003 With a theme of "Discover More of Life's Connections," the show also will provide seniors practical advice on how to avoid becoming victims of Internet fraud ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) The Investigation Oct 18, 2003 ...enforcement officers, hospital pharmacy buyers, victims of bad medicine, Internet pharmacy operators and felons convicted of drug diversion and Internet fraud. ... (Washington Post, DC) Investigating, protecting self helps to prevent common issues Oct 17, 2003 ...ftc.gov), FindLaw (www.findlaw.com -- see the "Public and Consumer Resources" section), Consumer Reports online (www.consumerreports.org) and Internet Fraud ... (Oregon Daily Emerald, OR) Internet complaints on the rise Oct 2, 2003 As Internet shopping becomes increasingly popular, the number of complaints about Internet fraud are increasing as well, according to Indiana Attorney General ... (South Bend Tribune, IN) Absa re-imburses fraud scam victim Oct 8, 2003 ...year. Absa bank was allegedly hit by another internet fraud scam. The police and Absa are still investigating a complaint Bhengu. ... (SABC News, South Africa) SALT Academy scheduled in Bentonville Oct 13, 2003 Capt. Tom Brewster; Prosecutor's Office by Bob Balfe, Benton County Prosecuting Attorney; "Internet Fraud and Scams" by Lt. Ken ... (Weekly Vista, AR) Man arrested in alleged sales of pictures, not TVs, on eBay Oct 16, 2003 ...bidding on.' ". Deputies tracked down Roberts through complaints filed by Park and others with the Internet Fraud Complaint Center. But ... (Palm Beach Post, FL) Security Threats Outpace Net Usage Growth Oct 13, 2003 There is increasing evidence of overlap between perpetrators of Internet fraud and security attacks," the company reported, noting that the data showed ... (InternetNews.com) Hack not blame in new Absa fraud case Oct 9, 2003 ...people. Absa also denied SABC reports that the Empangeni police are investigating 10 cases of Internet fraud from Absa accounts. ... (ITWeb, South Africa) Outlaw generation Oct 22, 2003 ...[Criminals are] probably looking for what I describe as soft targets ...dealing in bank card fraud, internet fraud and dealing in a range of other 'victimless ... (Daily Telegraph, Australia) Internet coupons flagged Oct 5, 2003 Sansolo said multiple parties are affected by the Internet fraud, including the grocer and ultimately consumers who will be paying more for their goods. ... (Akron Beacon Journal, OH) FTC Commissioner on the Future of E-Commerce Oct 2, 2003 ...effort to ferret out bad behavior. The FTC views Internet fraud as a key consumer protection issue. In fact, Thompson said, part ... (TechNewsWorld) EBay laptop fraud case widens Oct 10, 2003 This case is the biggest domestic Internet fraud case in the country," US Attorney's Office spokeswoman Melodie Rydalch said Thursday. ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) Absa internet scandal only tip of iceberg' Oct 9, 2003 ...retail, investment and credit schemes, extortion, the notorious 419 scams, and website spoofing, which is considered the most popular form of internet fraud. ... (Business Day, South Africa) WHIZ KID HACKER STOLE ACCOUNTS TO COVER LOSSES Oct 9, 2003 ...time we've had a case of all three Internet crimes rolled into one - identity theft, hacking and securities fraud," said John Stark, head of the Internet fraud ... (New York Post, NY) Some suggest Internet users need licenses Oct 5, 2003 ...computer? The Federal Trade Commission has plenty of online resources on preventing Internet fraud and protecting privacy. Parry ... (Oakland Tribune, CA) Nigerian e-mail fraud claims Indian Oct 8, 2003 In fact, globally, the number of Nigerian letter fraud complaints have gone up from 2,600 to over 16,000 in 2002, according to the FBI's Internet Fraud ... (Mid-Day Mumbai, India) Have you been phished? Oct 4, 2003 Steven Phillipsohn, senior partner law firm Phillipsohn Crawford Berwald and expert on internet fraud, said: "It is quite easy to be taken in as the fraudster ... (Telegraph.co.uk, UK) Conmen cash in on soccer star's death Oct 2, 2003 A spokeswoman for the National Criminal Intelligence Service, (NCIS), which investigates internet fraud, said she was not surprised the conmen were now seeking ... (Manchester Evening News, UK) Local officials deal with growing threat of computer crimes Oct 12, 2003 Internet fraud complaints tripled from 2001 to 2002, the Cybercrime Law Report, available on the center's Web site, reported this year. ... (Monroe News Star, LA) Where to find help Sep 29, 2003 After forwarding an e-mail scam to your Internet service provider, you can also report it to the Internet Fraud Complaint Center (www1.ifccfbi.gov), a ... (Washington Post, DC) Microsoft sued for virus vulnerability Oct 3, 2003 ...this week. Hamilton has been the victim of Internet fraud, and had her social security number and bank details stolen online. Her ... (Internet Magazine, UK) CONMEN CASH IN ON DEAD STAR FOE Oct 2, 2003 ...reward for any assistance. Police said it was a version of a common internet fraud run by West African conmen. Victims of previous ... (Glasgow Daily Record, UK) Phishy business Oct 8, 2003 Contact your local police if you feel you've been victimized, and file a complaint with the FBI's Internet Fraud Complaint Center at www.ifccfbi.gov. (PC World Magazine, Australia) Scams, like clouds, move fast Oct 8, 2003 ...different people? The difference between Internet fraud and the traditional scam is the high-speed method in which it travels. If ... (Fayetteville Online, Fayetteville NC) Should a license be required to go online? Oct 6, 2003 No user intervention required. The Federal Trade Commission has plenty of online resources on preventing Internet fraud and protecting privacy. (Chicago Daily Herald, IL) Spam scams Oct 6, 2003 ...with whom you already have an account, asking for information they already have, that's a definite red flag," says Susan Grant, director of an Internet fraud ... (Albany Times Union, NY) Sheriff's Office warns eBay users of scam Oct 4, 2003 ...other appropriate agencies: the Social Security Administration, the Internal Revenue Service, the credit card company, his bank, and the Internet Fraud ... (The Casper Star Tribune, WY) Utah cops praise plan for FBI lab Oct 10, 2003 She expects the lab to provide her with evidence in a shorter amount of time, which in the area of Internet fraud is crucial since the online world changes ... (Salt Lake Tribune, UT) FBI e-mail Scam Oct 9, 2003 Log-on to www.fbi.gov. If you fall victim to this e-mail scam contact your nearest FBI Field Office or the Internet Fraud Complaint Center at www.ifccfbi.gov. (WTVQ, KY) |
