https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/beware-of-facebook-libra-scams-which-are-spreading-across-the-social-netwo/559463/
Ahead of the official launch of Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency, scammers are looking to tap into the hype around the offering.
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https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/facebook-launches-new-legal-action-over-attempted-domain-name-abuse-scams/598513/
Facebook is taking legal action against a company that's been looking to use lookalike domain names to dupe users.
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https://www.kjrh.com/lifestyle/holiday/black-friday/beware-of-black-friday-social-media-scams
One of the most popular times of the year to search for deals online is here with Black Friday. But during that time there are numerous scams that pop up that...
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https://www.digitalinformationworld.com/2019/04/10-most-common-internet-scams.html
This article + infographic gives examples of 10 social media scams and highlights warning signs to help you avoid them.
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https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/social-media-scams-cost-users-27b-since-2021-report/463353
One in four individuals who reported being scammed since 2021 said it originated on social media, amounting to $2.7 billion in losses, per the FTC.
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https://www.fox5dc.com/news/ftc-reports-surge-of-social-media-scams-amid-covid-19-pandemic
According to the Federal Trade Commission, there has been a spike in complaints about social media scams, especially on Facebook and Instagram.
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https://www.proofpoint.com/uk/corporate-blog/post/malicious-apps-social-media-scams-target-2016-Rio-Olympic-fans-and-brands
The 2016 Rio Olympic games are likely to be the most digitally-enabled Olympics in history, but that presents as many opportunities for attackers as it does...
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https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/data-visualizations/data-spotlight/2020/10/scams-starting-social-media-proliferate-early-2020
Social media can be a great way to connect with friends while the pandemic has you keeping your distance.
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https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2023/10/ftc-data-shows-consumers-report-losing-27-billion-social-media-scams-2021?utm_campaign=ftc_data_shows_consumers_&utm_content=1696600518&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
New data from the Federal Trade Commission shows that scams originating on social media have accounted for $2.7 billion in reported losses since 2021, more...
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https://www.trendmicro.com/vinfo/us/security/news/cybercrime-and-digital-threats/typical-social-media-scams-and-how-not-to-fall-for-them
This video explains the importance of spotting social media scams, why cybercriminals like to target social channels, and the ways you can avoid falling for...
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https://www.wcnc.com/article/money/online-shoppers-warned-deals-social-media-scams/275-2724a1ab-b726-4b45-bc44-3401f15ca231
Millions of Americans are expected to stay home and click for deals online. But there are some things you need to look out for.
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https://www.politico.eu/article/social-media-giants-meta-tiktok-liable-for-financial-scams-under-new-eu-law/
Nov 27, 2025 - The new rules set a dangerous precedent, big tech companies say.
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/12/detect-immigration-scams-start-social-media?
Scammers are impersonating attorneys and law firms, offering immigration services on social media. The posts on Facebook and other platforms might be in...
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https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2024/12/detect-immigration-scams-start-social-media
Scammers are impersonating attorneys and law firms, offering immigration services on social media. The posts on Facebook and other platforms might be in...
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https://www.siliconrepublic.com/business/social-media-sites-liable-for-financial-scams-european-parliament-council-regulation
Nov 28, 2025 - Large online platforms will be held liable for financial fraud in a new EU regulation that builds on the Digital Services Act.
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https://www.phishprotection.com/phishing-awareness/social-media-scams-what-every-user-should-know-2025
Dec 10, 2025 - Social media has become intricately woven into our everyday lives. We use it to keep in touch with friends and family, make new connections, and stay updated
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https://www.wingscu.com/fraud-security/social-media-scams
As social media has become a more prevalent part of daily life, so have social media scams. Reports to the Federal Trade Commission show that more than one in...
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https://marketrealist.com/why-did-the-bbb-alert-social-media-users-against-online-scams/
The BBB Scam Tracker has received numerous complaints about fraudulent activities being carried out in the name of encouraging small businesses.
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https://www.totalsecurity.com/blog/top-10-ways-to-prevent-social-media-scams/
Oct 9, 2025 - Top 10 ways to prevent social media scams in 2025. Spot fake accounts, avoid phishing, and protect your personal information online.
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https://hackernoon.com/no-one-is-safe-anymore-social-media-is-the-go-to-place-for-forex-and-investment-scams
Oct 10, 2023 - Social media has become an attractive ecosystem of online scams, as it allows fraudsters to conveniently connect with users.
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