FCA lifts £100 contactless card payment limit
The UK's financial regulator will allow banks to set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, removing the £100 cap. Consumers may also set personal limits.
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The Life and Crimes of British Conman Mark Acklom
The astonishing story of Mark Acklom, the British fraudster who posed as an MI6 agent and Swiss banker. As his latest court hearing begins, Sky News delves into a life of deception. Listen to the full podcast.
Greensill Bank Executives Charged in German Lawsuit
German prosecutors file criminal charges against three former Greensill Bank bosses for alleged role in its 2021 collapse linked to GFG Alliance steel plant refinancing. Read the full story.
German pensioner traps phone fraudsters in police sting
An 85-year-old man in Bavaria worked with police to catch conmen posing as officers. Police warn the public, especially the elderly, to never give bank details over the phone.
Best UK Bingo Sites 2025: Reviews & Bonuses
Discover the safest and most rewarding UK online bingo platforms. Our expert guide reviews top sites like Mirror Bingo and Sun Bingo, covering bonuses, games, and mobile play.
Romance fraudster jailed for 17 years after £1m scam
A man branded Britain's worst romance fraudster has been jailed for 17 years for scamming five divorced mothers out of nearly £1 million. Read the shocking details of his gambling-fuelled crimes.
Cat Cruelty Videos 'Warning Sign' for Violent Crime, MPs Say
Online Safety Minister vows action as MPs link animal abuse videos to serious crimes against humans, citing a disturbing North London kitten killing case.
Police probe fraud at Tower Hamlets Council
The Met Police is investigating suspected fraud and money laundering by a former Tower Hamlets Council employee. The case, dating to 2018, involves procurement and conflicts of interest.
Teacher banned for possessing 260+ stolen bank card details
A maths teacher from East London has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after police found over 260 stolen bank card details on his devices. Discover the full story and the panel's ruling.
Tricolor Holdings Executives Charged with Fraud
Founder Daniel Chu and executives of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings face federal fraud charges over a years-long scheme that led to a billion-dollar collapse. Read the full details.
Dentist and children spared jail for £350k fraud
A struck-off dentist and her two children have received suspended sentences for a £350,000 dental insurance fraud at their Finchley clinic. Discover the details of the complex scam.
Conman jailed for 17 years in UK's longest romance fraud sentence
A fraudster who targeted single mothers on dating apps, stealing nearly £1 million, has been jailed for 17 years. Read the shocking details of the UK's longest romance fraud sentence.
Omar Slams Trump's 'Disgusting' Anti-Somali Comments
US Representative Ilhan Omar calls Donald Trump's tirade against Minnesota's Somali community 'completely disgusting' and warns of dangerous consequences. Read the full story.
UK Finance: Tech Giants Must Help Stop £629m Fraud Epidemic
UK Finance chief warns fraud is a 'national security issue', with 66% of scams starting online. Banks spend £38bn on compliance but tech platforms must do more.
Grand Jury Declines to Re-Indict Letitia James
A federal grand jury has declined to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on mortgage fraud charges, a major setback for prosecutors. Explore the legal battle and its political implications.
Ofcom fines porn firm £1m over child safety failures
Ofcom issues a £1m fine to a pornography company for weak age checks. As threats like deepfakes and AI chatbots grow, experts demand faster action to protect children online. Read the full analysis.
University of Greater Manchester under fraud inquiry
England's higher education regulator launches investigation into the University of Greater Manchester following serious allegations of financial misconduct and bribery. Police are also involved.
HyperVerse Promoter Accuses Founder of $1.89bn Fraud
Key promoter Rodney Burton claims in US court he was duped by an 'elaborate deception' orchestrated by Australian Sam Lee in the alleged HyperVerse Ponzi scheme. Read the latest developments.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
Thailand seizes $318m in assets in cyber-scam crackdown
Thai authorities seize assets worth over $300m and issue 42 arrest warrants targeting a Chinese-Cambodian tycoon and associates linked to transnational online fraud networks. Read the full investigation.
Man jailed for 40 months after stealing nurse's identity
A man who stole a nurse's identity to work in care homes across the North East has been jailed for 40 months. Ashton Guramatunhu's fraud earned him nearly £173,000. Read the full investigation details.
Fake nurse jailed for £170k fraud
A man who posed as a registered nurse, fraudulently earning over £170,000, has been sentenced to 40 months in prison. Read the full details of the case.
Mogherini charged with fraud in EU training academy case
Former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini faces fraud and corruption charges over a Brussels diplomatic academy tender. Police have raided the College of Europe and EEAS headquarters. Full story here.
Ex-EU Diplomat Mogherini Held in Fraud Investigation
Belgian police arrest former EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini and raid EU buildings in a major fraud investigation linked to diplomatic training funds. Read the full story.
Crypto fraudster and wife tortured to death in UAE desert
A convicted Russian fraudster and his wife were forced to watch each other's torture in a UAE desert as kidnappers tried to access £380m in crypto. Read the full investigation.
From puppy scam victim to fraud-fighting app founder
After losing £500 to a fake golden retriever breeder, Kate Margolis co-created Petproov. The app verifies sellers to combat rising UK puppy fraud, which has cost victims over £1 million.
Terror watchdog: UK security plan ignores online threats
The UK's independent terrorism legislation reviewer warns the new national security strategy fails to address escalating online dangers, where almost all terrorism now begins. Read the critical analysis.
Enron Files for Bankruptcy: 2 December 2001
On this day in 2001, energy giant Enron filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the biggest corporate collapse in US history. Discover the story of fraud, ambition, and failure. Read the full analysis.
London builder exposed for faking heart surgery to con customers
Exclusive: New evidence reveals a London builder may have lied about major heart surgery, using the same hospital photos to con customers two years apart. Read the full investigation.
Inside the 'Scam State': A $70bn Industry's Grip on SE Asia
Exclusive investigation reveals how industrial-scale cyber scamming, generating billions, has corrupted states across Southeast Asia, creating a new era of illicit 'scam states'. Read the full report.
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