The most common frauds are the so-called “Phishing” SMS messages in the name of the tax administration, banks or courier services lead to fake but convincing websites, where victims enter their information – and the money disappears within seconds!
A particularly dangerous trend has taken hold recently: scams based on artificial intelligence. Criminals use AI for persuasive texts, perfect grammar, “deepfake” photos or automated chatbots. Even experienced users fall victim very quickly. In parallel, the number of investment scams is growing, especially with alleged crypto-investments and “guaranteed returns”.
“Gangs from the Balkans or the Far East are extremely professional. They act like lightning and make our work difficult. Please be careful!” , a high-ranking inspector in the field of cybercrime told “Krone” and added:
“The perpetrators are highly professional, internationally organized and emotionally reckless. They use pressure, fear and trust in a targeted manner – and strike in seconds.”
The police issue a serious warning: banks, government institutions and the police never ask for your pin codes, passwords or money transfers by phone or SMS. Anyone in doubt should immediately end the conversation and inform the police, cybercrime inspectors warn.
(Vijesti.ba)
