Stabbing outside Times Square McDonald's

A man was stabbed in both legs by three men outside a Times Square McDonald’s. The attack was tied to scammers selling compact discs to tourists.

Financial Sextortion: The Fastest-Growing Cybercrime

Financial sextortion, a modern cybercrime, preys on young men and teenage boys by coercing explicit images for ransom. Victims, often minors, face devastating consequences including suicide. Law enforcement struggles to combat scammers based abroad, while parents and cybersecurity experts advocate for better protections from tech companies.

2024 Elections Campaign Fundraising Strategy

Former President Donald Trump's campaign is asking down-ballot Republican candidates who use his name, image, and likeness in fundraising appeals to give at least 5% of the proceeds to the campaign to close a fundraising gap with President Joe Biden.

AI-Generated Clickbait Obituaries

Writer Deborah Vankin was shocked to find out that scammers had fabricated her obituary online to generate ad revenue. This incident sheds light on the growing trend of AI-generated clickbait obituaries spreading misinformation and alarm. Google has implemented new policies to combat obituary spam and low-quality content, but experts warn that the use of AI technology may worsen these deceptive practices.