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According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), from January 2021 through June 2022, over 46,000 people reported losing more than $1 billion in crypto to various scams. Whether you’re interested in investing in crypto or you already have digital assets, it’s essential to be aware of the most common types of crypto scams, how to identify them, and what to do if you become a victim. Below we’ve given you an overview of the most common crypto scams that authorities are currently seeing, along with how to spot them early. #cryptoscams #cryptocurrencyscams #crypto #cryptocurrency #privateinvestigations #investmentscams https://lnkd.in/g73y2hDH

Private investigators can often play critical roles in the corporate world, helping large and small businesses alike. They can offer a myriad of services which help companies combat fraud, recover assets, perform due diligence and more. Below are some of the most types of corporate investigations conducted by private investigation professionals. https://lnkd.in/ge5wKvwV #privateinvestigations #corporateinvestigations

March is Fraud Awareness Month and with it comes a perfect time to refresh your best practices to protect yourself. With fraud continuing to increase year over year, and the advent of AI in the mix, it’s never been more important to protect yourself and your family from potential life changing scams. In this blog post we’ve compiled our most important tips to keep yourself safe at all times. #fraudprevention #privateinvestigations https://lnkd.in/gEuuCiHM

With online dating having become, arguably, the most popular way for singles to find love, it has also become a bastion of opportunity for scammers looking to pull on someone’s heart strings in an effort to pull open their wallets. According to the FBI, online scams have increased by almost 25% since 2019, and has resulted in a loss of over $500 million dollars to unsuspecting individuals. In this post, we’re going to go through some of the most common scams, how to avoid them and what to do if you believe you’ve fallen victim. #romancescams #onlinedating #privateinvestigations https://lnkd.in/gNnVDime

Divorce is in one of the most challenging, emotional and personal issues that any adult can face. Imagine a situation wherein your former life partner is now a stranger who may be out to get what you have or take away what is rightfully yours, including your children. During this critical time in your life, you can use all the help that you can get to get the best possible divorce settlement so that you can move on with your life. So how exactly can a private investigator help in a divorce case? Read our latest blog post to find out some of the ways a private investigator can help in a divorce or child custody case. #privateinvestigations #divorce #childcustody #cheatingspouse https://lnkd.in/ee5TnAgC

You always make sure to lock your home and your car whenever you’re away, then it should go without saying that you should do the same for your passwords and logins. In our latest blog post, we give you the ultimate 2024 guide to protecting your passwords and logins. Our tips are practical, easy and will keep your most valuable data safe! https://lnkd.in/gHZxrk4m #passwordsecurity #onlinesafety

With the emergence of AI in 2023, 2024 is looking to break records for scams and fraud. In our latest post, we've outlined some of the biggest threats out there and how you can protect yourself from falling victim: https://lnkd.in/dbGCBJrW #scams #fraud

The holidays are once again just around the corner and although it’s the favourite time of year for many Canadians, it’s also a favourite time for the many scammers and fraudsters who like to take advantage of this giving season. In our latest blog post, we’re going to look at the Canadian Fraud Centres top holiday frauds and scams and how you can avoid being their next victim. #holidayscams #privateinvestigations https://lnkd.in/g_H_8SGa

Regardless of a company’s scale, every business faces susceptibility to employee theft in various forms. According to the CRA, an unsettling 75% of employees said they’ve stolen from their employer at least once. While the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners estimates that companies lose an estimated 5% of their total revenues to fraud, which includes employee theft. Our latest post delves into why companies opt for private investigative services and provides guidance on recognizing theft and understanding when the involvement of a private investigator is warranted. https://lnkd.in/gB7Ds8v4 #employeetheft #privateinvestigations #privateinvestigators

There are various considerations that might prompt you to think seriously about hiring a private investigator for a cheating spouse. In situations where the relationship is clearly coming to an end, initiating an open and honest conversation with your spouse is the recommended course of action. However, if your spouse denies the affair or employs gaslighting tactics to shift blame onto you, the option of hiring a private investigator becomes more compelling. In our latest blog post, we explore the key factors and reasons for hiring a private investigator for a cheating spouse. #privateinvestigations #cheatingspouse https://lnkd.in/gYiDzc8h