VARINDIA | India and Thailand held talks to address growing concerns around cross-border cybercrime, online scam networks, and human trafficking in Southeast Asia.

New York Post | A Cambodia-based gang with ties to North Korea has stolen billions of dollars from Americans through romance scams and other cyber-heists, according to federal officials.

Investigate TV | Arizona authorities are warning residents about a new wave of scams using Bitcoin ATMs that have already cost victims millions of dollars.

The Big Trace | The Philippines offers a glimmer of hope that Southeast Asia's scam industry isn’t destined for a future of unchecked growth.

Fortinet | The 2025 Global Threat Landscape Report from FortiGuard Labs includes a comprehensive analysis across all tactics used in cyberattacks.

FBI | The annual IC3 report includes data from 859,532 complaints of suspected internet crime and details reported losses of $16+ billion — a 33% increase over 2023.

NBC News | A new report from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center illustrates how cybercrime is a growing problem, with older Americans hit particularly hard.

Investor.gov | Whether you are a first-time investor or have been investing for many years, here are some basic facts you should know about different types of fraud and scams.

Investor.gov | Can you spot the warning signs of investment fraud? Protect your investments and avoid scams using this list of red flags.

2025 | Investor.gov | Have you received a message from someone you don’t know? An unsolicited job offer, a wrong number, or an unknown DM. Be wary: It could be a scammer.

WIRED | Millions of scam text messages are sent monthly. The Chinese cybercriminals sending them are expanding their operations — and innovating quickly.

Federal Trade Commission | Imposter scams come in many varieties but work the same way: A scammer pretends to be someone, then tries to get you to send them money.

If you know it’s a scam or think it might be one, report it. The FTC investigates and brings cases against those who commit fraud, scams, and bad business practices.

IC3 provides a way to report suspected cyber-facilitated criminal activity to the FBI for investigation, trend and threat tracking, and strengthening local and national response.

AARP’s free resource is available to both members and nonmembers. The toll-free service is available Monday through Friday, staffed by trained fraud specialists and volunteers.

2025 | BBB Investment Scam Study | This study explores how crypto and romance fraud are used by investment scammers overseas to steals thousands from unsuspecting targets.

2025 | BBB | In-depth investigations outline how specific scams work, including how scammers use social engineering and manipulation emotions.

In this weekly podcast, Hailey Windham educates the credit union community, organizations, and membership on scams and best practices to avoid them.