Musician's AI deepfake used in cruel romance scam
Birmingham musician Becky Baldwin fell victim to AI deepfake technology used to scam a Texas man out of thousands. Learn how to protect yourself from sophisticated romance fraud.
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AI Romance Scam Dupes Scientist Out of £20K
A retired professor lost £20,000 to an AI-powered romance scam. Discover the warning signs and how to protect yourself from this cruel, rising fraud in the UK.
Woman loses £90k in Brad Pitt romance scam
A Swiss pensioner was conned out of £90,000 after believing she was in a secret relationship with Brad Pitt. Learn how the sophisticated online scam unfolded and how to protect yourself.
I'm A Celeb: Shona and Aitch's Jungle Romance Details
I'm A Celeb fans are buzzing as a potential romance blooms between Shona McGarty and rapper Aitch. Get all the details on the jungle love story and what the stars' families have said.
Shona McGarty's family gives Aitch their seal of approval
I'm A Celeb star Shona McGarty's sister has given rapper Aitch the family's blessing for a potential romance. Get the latest on the jungle love rumours and exclusive family insight.
Amanda Holden Romance Scam: Man Loses Thousands
TV star Amanda Holden reveals scammers used her identity in a cruel romance fraud, convincing a man to sell his home. Learn how to protect yourself from online scams.
1 in 4 UK Card Users Hit by Fraud: Gen Z at Risk
A new study reveals a quarter of UK credit card users faced fraud in the past year, with Gen Z most vulnerable. Discover essential tips to protect your finances this holiday season.
UK woman loses £34k in bitcoin romance scam
A British woman shares how she was scammed out of £34,000 by a charming man who promised bitcoin investment returns. Discover the red flags and protect yourself.
Celebrity Romance Scams Rise During Festive Season
Banking experts warn of romance scam epidemic as fraudsters exploit loneliness during Christmas. Learn how to protect yourself from fake celebrity cons.
Tinder Swindler Released From Prison in Plea Deal
Shimon Hayut, the 'Tinder Swindler', has been freed from a Georgian prison in a shock plea deal. Victim Pernilla Sjoholm reacts to his release and ongoing fraud cases.
Fortune Teller Arrested in £35m Fraud Scheme
A self-proclaimed fortune teller has been arrested in Australia, accused of orchestrating a massive £35m fraud operation targeting her local community. Discover the full story.
Couple jailed for £80k dating app romance scam
A calculating couple created fake profiles on dating platforms to emotionally manipulate and financially exploit single women across the UK, stealing over £80,000 in a sophisticated romance fraud operation.
Travel agent jailed for £60k holiday fraud scam
Zahra Rachid, 38, sentenced to 21 months for defrauding customers through fake holiday bookings while running Manchester travel agency.
Woman falls in love with ChatGPT in extraordinary AI romance
In a startling twist of digital romance, a woman reveals her deep emotional connection with ChatGPT, claiming she's found true love with the artificial intelligence. This extraordinary relationship challenges everything we know about human-AI connections
Widower loses £1.2M to 'Tina from LA' scam
A wealthy British businessman mourning his wife's death from cancer was systematically defrauded of his entire life savings by an elaborate online romance scam masterminded by a woman calling herself 'Tina from LA'.
NHS radiographer fraud for board game collection
A senior NHS radiographer has been convicted after fraudulently claiming nearly £7,000 in expenses to pay off debts accumulated from his compulsive board game collecting habit.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Ex-council leader jailed for £188k romance fraud scam
Ex-council leader Simon Tuck, 51, convicted of orchestrating sophisticated romance fraud across multiple dating platforms, stealing nearly £200,000 from victims in elaborate con.
Josh O'Connor & Paul Mescal film The History of Sound in UK
Exclusive insight into the making of 'The History of Sound', the highly anticipated historical romance starring Josh O'Connor and Paul Mescal, currently filming across stunning UK locations.
Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
10 TV Series That Mastered Modern Romance
Discover the groundbreaking television series that have redefined romance for the streaming generation, from heartfelt dramas to unconventional love stories that beat traditional rom-coms at their own game.
Romance Scam Crisis: UK Banks Sound Alarm
Financial authorities warn of sophisticated romance scams sweeping Britain, with victims losing thousands to fake online relationships. Learn the red flags and protect yourself.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Romance Scam Epidemic: Banks Repay Victims
Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial institutions are being compelled to reimburse customers duped by sophisticated romance scams, with new FCA data showing alarming fraud patterns.
FCA: Banks need stricter controls against romance scams
The Financial Conduct Authority warns banks must implement stronger safeguards as sophisticated romance scams surge, costing victims millions annually. New regulatory framework expected.
Bogus Bride's Fake Wedding Scam Exposed
A cunning fraudster orchestrated an elaborate fake wedding ceremony abroad, convincing her partner's family she was married in a sophisticated con that exposed shocking vulnerabilities in international documentation.
Fugitive 'Luigi' swindled fans from UK hideout
Luigi Mangione, a convicted criminal who styled himself as a social media influencer, exploited his online followers in an elaborate fraud scheme while evading American authorities, UK court hears.
Kym Marsh confirms new romance with co-star Samuel Thomas
Former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh confirms new relationship with 29-year-old Samuel Thomas after meeting on theatre production, sharing sweet social media debut.
National Fraud Centre Struck by Major Cyber Attack
Action Fraud, Britain's national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, has been struck by a sophisticated cyber attack, disrupting services and raising serious security concerns.
Dating app builder scammer jailed for £100k fraud
A fraudulent builder who used dating apps to prey on vulnerable women has been sentenced to prison after cheating customers out of more than £100,000 in a sophisticated scam operation.
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