9 Hrs
Source:
The Guardian
UK social media scam losses increase 400%
The total amount stolen through email and social media account hacking in the UK rose by over 400% in the 2025-26 financial year, reaching £6.3 million from £1.2 million the previous year. Many scams involve hijacking accounts to impersonate individuals and sell fake tickets or conduct fraudulent messages, including impersonations of relatives in emergency scams. The official data highlights the significant personal and financial impact on victims.
Size: 120%Text Size
Notice: This Is an AI-Generated Summary
Comments (0)