I’ve heard romance scams are on the rise again due to the prevalence of online dating. If the hot girl you matched with starts asking you for money, or nudes (for extortion), or your mother’s maiden name (for identity theft), she might not be the person you expect!
That’s the big one with Gen Z that I know of. I can think of several that I know that fell for it while 16-22, but none that fell prey to the typical ones about your SSN or buying gift cards.
I’ve heard romance scams are on the rise again due to the prevalence of online dating. If the hot girl you matched with starts asking you for money, or nudes (for extortion), or your mother’s maiden name (for identity theft), she might not be the person you expect!
That’s the big one with Gen Z that I know of. I can think of several that I know that fell for it while 16-22, but none that fell prey to the typical ones about your SSN or buying gift cards.
This one is so brutal and seriously fucked up.
Back in the day it was mostly just the good old story of the Nigerian prince wanting you to inherit his millions :(
Scammers used to be more wholesome and creative for real