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A security representative insists that you immediately transfer funds into an external safe or protected account to resolve a breach.
Targets: Retail banking customers, seniors, and small business operators
An urgent distress call from a familiar voice demanding immediate bail, medical, or legal payment via wire, crypto, or cash courier.
Targets: Parents, grandparents, and family members of traveling individuals
An online acquaintance or romantic connection directs you to deposit capital into an exclusive third-party cryptocurrency platform.
Targets: Professionals, dating app users, and active social media participants
A daily work assignment system requiring you to deposit personal cryptocurrency or funds to unlock higher commission payouts.
Targets: Remote job seekers, gig workers, and students seeking flexible income