Via @victoriastrauss, a warning of trouble at small publishers. She can be contacted at [email protected] with tips, information, receipts.

@bookstodon #Writing #Publishing #Scams #RisingActionPublishing #BalanceOfSevenPress

Robert paid £726 to skip the driving test waiting list. New laws mean others won't be able to

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx219pn5g70o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

#News #Society #Scams

Bangkok Post: New online rules target scam adverts . “Thailand has introduced a new electronic transaction measure to require online social media platforms to strengthen identity verification of advertisers to filter out fraudulent ads.”

California bans Kars4Kids #charity jingle for false #advertising

A California judge banned the airing of all Kars4Kids ads in the state over revelations the charity does not support local kids in need. Instead most money goes to Jewish organization Oorah that provides youth matchmaking services and gap year trips to #Israel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3WWhI2dUb8
#CBCNews #Scams

PBS NewsHour - The Latest | How to recognize and block AI-powered scam attempts by Paul Solman, Ryan Connelly Holmes

AI generated summary, Read the full article for complete information.

In this PBS NewsHour segment, Paul Solman explains that scams are getting harder to avoid because fraudsters now use artificial‑intelligence tools—such as realistic voice‑cloning—to impersonate trusted individuals, with seniors often being the primary targets; the report describes how these AI‑powered scams operate, offers practical tips for spotting them (like questioning unexpected requests for money or personal information, verifying callers through independent channels, and recognizing synthetic‑voice cues), and outlines steps to protect yourself, including using call‑blocking features, reporting suspicious activity, and staying vigilant about emerging AI‑driven deception techniques.

Read more: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-to-recognize-and-block-ai-powered-scam-attempts

#AI_poweredscams #voicecloning #banks #artificialintelligence #scams

“If it feels like it's getting harder and harder to avoid being scammed, that's because it is. In the age of artificial intelligence, #scammers are using voice cloning that can sound very real, and seniors are often the target. Paul Solman reports on the problem and what you can do to protect yourself from #scams.”

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/how-to-recognize-and-block-ai-powered-scam-attempts

Experts warn Ohio homeowners to monitor property records amid rising title fraud concerns

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/experts-warn-homeowners-monitor-property-records-rising-title-fraud-concerns/530-4c0f8d79-248f-4316-bde5-33710249cd83

Via @victoriastrauss, on Bluesky, another scam alert:
"Impersonation scam alert! Despite the bogus Gmail address, I'm not sure of the provenance of this one (they also got the agency's name wrong). But I'd guess that multiple other agents'/agencies' identities have been appropriated. If you get something like this, forward it to me: [email protected] "

#Scams #Writing @bookstodon

#PSA Scam alert for the Anthropic class action settlement, from Courtney Milan--an author whose books were stolen *and* someone who studied law and clerked for a SCOTUS justice. IOW: she's not giving legal advice, she's explaining her own decision and sharing her insights.

#AnthropicClass #Anthropic #AnthropicSettlement #Scams #Writing @bookstodon

(it is an ongoing thread in Bluesky, sorry about that)

https://bsky.app/profile/courtneymilan.com/post/3mlvpycxkrc2p

In a #FollowUp, hey, the boondoggle IS shipping after all, though not quite as advertised.

> The Trump phone will start shipping following months of delays https://www.wlky.com/article/trump-phone-start-shipping/71308319

#PendejoInChief #tech #phone #GOP #PartyOfStupid #scams