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Romance scams

Someone met online who builds trust, avoids meeting in person, and then asks for money, gift cards, or help with an investment.

1 alert tagged romance. Summaries are ours. The linked source on each alert is the record.

February 14, 2025Federal Trade CommissionNationwide
Online relationships that turn into requests for money or crypto coaching
On February 14, 2025, the FTC described a common romance scam for people using dating apps or social media. Someone you have not met wants to leave the app quickly, talks or chats many times a day, and always has a reason they cannot…
- Romance
- Crypto & investment

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