1. Fake Parcel Delivery Texts (40%)

Fake parcel delivery texts involve fraudsters sending fake delivery notifications for parcels, prompting the recipient to click on a link to reschedule delivery or pay a fee.

2. Social Media Marketplace Scams (30%)

Fraudsters use platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Instagram, or TikTok to advertise and sell products that do not exist.

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Voice Cloning Scams (30%)

Using AI voice cloning technology to deceive victims by creating realistic audio impersonations of trusted individuals or authorities.

4. Money Request from Friend or Family Scams (29%)

Scammers posing as someone you know to urgently request money, often through phone, email, or social media, to exploit your trust.

5. Event Ticket Scams (28%)

Fraudsters selling counterfeit or non-existent tickets to popular events, such as gigs, concerts or sports games.

6. Cost-of-Living Assistance Scams (25%)

Scammers exploit individuals’ financial vulnerabilities by offering fake assistance programs, grants, or loans to help with living expenses, only to steal the money or use the information for identity theft.

7. Tax Rebates Scams (24%)

Fraudulent emails, phone calls or text messages offering fake tax rebates, either claiming people are due a refund or asking them to request one – which are aimed at stealing personal information or money.

8. Refund Scams (23%)

Scammers claim you’re owed a refund to steal personal or financial information. They may contact you by phone, email, or text, posing as a legitimate entity to trick you into revealing sensitive details or sending money.

9. Deep-fake Celebrity Endorsement Scams (22%)

Creating deepfake videos using AI of celebrities or trusted brands such as news outlets to promote fraudulent schemes, such as investment opportunities.

10. Get Rich Quick Investment Scams (22%)

“Get Rich Quick” investment scams are fraudulent schemes that promise high returns with little risk or effort in a short period. Scammers often use persuasive tactics and fabricated success stories to lure individuals into investing their money.