In a surprising turn of events, a former scammer and his victims have joined forces to take down the masterminds behind a massive cybercrime operation. Dex, a South Korean man in his early 30s, found himself trapped in a scam compound in Cambodia. He was promised a high-paying job but ended up being
In the world of online marketplaces, scams are a real threat. Even those who know the risks can fall victim. This is a story about a person who lost $500 due to a scam on Facebook Marketplace. This person was selling furniture and needed to move quickly. A buyer seemed interested in a kitchen or
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) was created in 2011 to make sure that financial products and services were fair and clear for all Americans. It handled nearly 100, 000 complaints each month in 2024 from service members, veterans, and their families. These complaints included issues l
Personal Finance Documentaries You Should Watch to Improve Your Financial Literacy Today, I want to convince you to swap your weekend TV show binge for a personal finance documentary. Although personal finance is a personal topic, documentaries can help you feel less alone when making big financial
