Martin Lewis: losing battle against deepfake scams
Martin Lewis reveals he is losing the battle against deepfake scams using his identity, with victims losing over £20m, and criticises government inaction on the Online Safety Act.
Category : Fraud
Conman who scammed £56,000 impersonating bank fraud jailed
Taiwo Lawal-Owonifari, 24, was sentenced to two years and nine months for scamming 14 victims out of £56,000 by posing as bank fraud investigators.
Australia sues 3M for record $2bn over PFAS contamination at defence bases
Australia sues 3M for record $2bn over PFAS 'forever chemicals' contamination at 28 defence bases, alleging withheld information about environmental risks.
Car Firebomb Gang Terrorises Towns Near Glasgow
A car firebomb gang has torched two vehicles in Rutherglen and Cambuslang, sparking fear among residents who describe the scenes as 'mayhem' and 'absolutely mental'.
ITV Drama 'Frauds' Exposes Real-Life Con Artists in Thrilling Heist Series
ITV's new drama 'Frauds' starring Suranne Jones and Jodie Whittaker explores con artists in a heist series premiering October 5th.
David Warner Criticised For Drink Driving Joke
David Warner's lawyer calls his drink driving 'foolish' and 'reckless' after he allegedly blew 0.104, more than double the legal limit.
Ex-HMRC Worker Spared Jail for Helping Ex-Husband Launder £3.3m
Former HMRC worker Kuldip Badesha spared jail for helping ex-husband launder £3.3m through bogus companies and false documents.
Drug Gang Jailed 52 Years For Cocaine With Spa Days
Ten members of a cocaine gang who enjoyed spa days have been jailed for a total of 52 years. Kingpin Paddy Nolan received 11 years 8 months.
Couple who dumped dog in canal get suspended sentence
A couple who were caught on CCTV carrying their elderly dog in a bin bag and throwing her into a canal have been given suspended prison sentences and banned from keeping animals for 10 years.
Martin Lewis 'can't cope' with emotional toll of scam ads
Martin Lewis admits he 'can't cope' with the emotional toll of seeing his name used in fake investment scams, revealing victims lost over £20m in 2024. He feels 'completely let down' by politicians and tech firms.
Derby Woman Sentenced for £14,000 PIP Fraud in Greece
Dawna Bird, 66, from Derby, was sentenced for fraudulently claiming over £14,000 in PIP benefits while living in Greece for more than 1,000 days between 2019 and 2023.
Derby benefits cheat claimed £14k while living in Greece
Dawna Bird, 66, from Derby, pleaded guilty to fraud after claiming over £14,000 in PIP while living in Greece for more than 1,000 days between 2019 and 2023.
Steam Machine Companion Cube Cancelled Over Valve IP Issue
Dbrand's Companion Cube accessory for the Steam Machine is cancelled after Valve's legal team intervened. Over 15,000 pre-orders were placed, but the company failed to obtain a license for the Portal-themed design.
450 Blue Badges Cancelled in Wirral Crackdown on Misuse
Over 450 Blue Badges were cancelled in Wirral after permits issued to deceased residents were still used, saving taxpayers more than £363,000. Fines of up to £1,000 apply.
Martin Lewis: 'I Can't Cope' as Scams Using His Name Surge
Martin Lewis says he 'can't cope' with the surge in sophisticated online scams using his name and image, after a victim's story left him in tears. Victims lost over £20m in 2024.
Dementia Scam Victim Gave Thousands to Fraudsters
Mary Khamis, 89, with dementia gave thousands to scammers; her daughter warns others after £10,000 savings lost to fraud.
UK Smartphone Users Alerted to Urgent 'Hi Mum' Scam Text
UK smartphone users are warned about a new 'Hi Mum' scam text exploiting the heatwave. Ignoring advice could lead to financial loss. Report to 7726.
Police Scotland Prepares for Cyber Attacks at 2026 Games
Police Scotland has taken major steps to combat cyber attacks during the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, including fake ticket scams and IT disruptions, as revealed in an HMICS report.
Former Phoenix News Anchor Sentenced to 10 Years for $63m Covid Fraud
Former Phoenix news anchor Stephanie Hockridge sentenced to 10 years for $63m Covid-19 relief fraud with husband Nathan Reis.
Kanye West Loses Copyright Infringement Trial Over Unauthorised Sample in 'Hurricane'
Kanye West loses copyright trial over uncleared sample in 'Hurricane' live performance; ordered to pay $176,153.
GTA 6 Pre-Order Scam Warning: Fake eBay Listings
Scammers are selling fake GTA 6 pre-orders on eBay. Rockstar confirms all physical editions are codes in boxes, so pre-owned listings are likely scams.
Fraud Probe: 450+ Blue Badges Revoked on Wirral
More than 450 Blue Badges were revoked on Wirral after a fraud investigation found they were issued to deceased residents, saving taxpayers over £363,000.
Blur drummer loses £200m royalty legal battle
Blur drummer David Rowntree has lost his Court of Appeal bid to continue a £200 million legal battle against PRS over 'black box' royalties distribution.
One Clear Email Sign of Travel Scam, Tourists Warned
Tourists warned of a key sign in emails: fake payment requests from compromised hotel accounts. Saily and NordStellar research reveals rising travel scams in 2026.
Sean Kingston Sentenced to Three and a Half Years for $1m Wire Fraud
Sean Kingston sentenced to 3.5 years for $1m wire fraud scheme involving fake receipts for luxury items; mother also jailed.
34% of Holidaymakers See Rise in Social Media Travel Scams
A third of UK holidaymakers have noticed an increase in potential travel scams on social media over the past year, according to a survey by emerchantpay. Seven in 10 are wary of promotional emails, and half prefer booking with firms that clearly explain f
Cancer Fraud Mum Faked Illness For £30k Donations
Derby mum Laura McPherson faked terminal cancer to con boyfriend out of £25k and a Rolex, ordered to repay £30,714.
Ticket Scams Conning Fans Out of Thousands of Pounds
A wave of ticket fraud cases has hit UK courts, with scammers selling fake tickets for Oasis, Coldplay, Taylor Swift, and Liverpool FC matches, costing victims thousands.
Countryfile Adam Henson Urgent Warning to BBC Viewers
Countryfile star Adam Henson has issued an urgent warning to BBC viewers about a scam using his name and image to promote a fake investment scheme.
Rogue Builders Who Called Victim 'Lemon' Jailed for £37k Scam
Two rogue builders in Lancashire jailed after calling victim a 'lemon' in voice notes, conning him out of £37,000 for shoddy roof repairs.
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