Category

Investing and crypto scams

A kind new friend wants to teach you to make money.

AllRomance scamsEmergency money scamsInvesting and crypto scamsWhen it is someone you loveAfter the loss

A friendly stranger builds trust first, then shows you profits on an app they picked. You put in a small amount and it seems to work. When you try to take your money out, there is a fee.

The warning signs

  • A friendship first, then investing comes up
  • Profits you can only see on their app or website
  • A fee before you can withdraw
  • A "secret" way to make money

Source: FTC: romance scammers love to take your money · FTC: romance scammers' favorite lies

Episodes

Planned. Nothing is filmed yet.