Online research is a big deal. It helps more people take part in studies. But it also opens the door for cheaters. These folks want to make money by lying. They pretend to be someone else. They give wrong info to join studies. In 2023, researchers found out about this problem. They saw that some pe
Financial fraud is evolving, and one of the most alarming trends is synthetic identity fraud. This type of fraud, often referred to as "Frankenstein fraud, " involves creating a fake identity by combining real and fabricated information. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been a hot topic in political circles, especially when it comes to subsidies. Republicans argue that the system is flawed, pointing to what they call "phantom enrollees" who don't use their insurance. This idea has gained traction, especially as lawmakers debate ext
Summer McKesson's life took an unexpected turn when she discovered she had seven half-siblings through a DNA test. This revelation led her to uncover a shocking family secret: her biological father was Dr. Charles Peete, a fertility specialist at Duke University who had used his own sperm to impregn
Maryland is taking a big step to protect the money of families who need help. They are spending $38 million to update their EBT cards. These cards are used for food and housing benefits. The old cards had a big problem. Criminals found a way to steal $43 million since 2023. The old cards used a magn
JPMorgan Chase finds itself in a financial pickle. The bank is trying to stop paying the legal fees for two former employees, Charlie Javice and Olivier Amar. They were found guilty of fraud after selling their company, Frank, to JPMorgan. The bank says the legal bills have skyrocketed to an eye-wat
In a recent discussion, scientist James Lyons-Weiler shed light on the troubling issue of scientific fraud and its impact on public health. Lyons-Weiler, known for his work in ecology and evolutionary biology, highlighted how the manipulation of scientific data has been a longstanding problem. Lyon
In a shocking turn of events, two NBA figures have found themselves in hot water. Chauncey Billups, the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, and Terry Rozier, a player for the Miami Heat, were arrested alongside over 30 others. They are accused of being part of elaborate schemes involving sport
Tinder is taking a big step to make sure people are who they say they are. Soon, new users in the U. S. will have to prove their identity with a quick video selfie. This feature, called Face Check, makes sure the person in the video matches the profile picture. If they pass, they get a special badge
In a surprising turn of events, a high-ranking official in Thailand has decided to step down from his position. This comes after serious accusations tied him to a massive online fraud scheme that has been spreading across Southeast Asia. The problem started to get worse during the COVID-19 pandemic
