Fake executives on Teams: S$120,000 transfer stopped in Singapore
A finance executive received a payment request in a Teams group impersonating bosses. A physical approval step prevented the loss.
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Scams and fraud
Executive impersonation, payment fraud and romance scams: methods and practical checks.
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Read the overview Data breaches in France: follow the facts
A sourced overview of tax, education and training incidents, with a clear distinction between confirmed exposure and claims.
Monthly overviewCyber incidents in September 2026
Fake Céline Dion romance scam: €10,000 paid in gift cards
A report describes a man convinced he was speaking to the singer who sent gift cards. Warning signs explained without blaming the victim.
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Romance scam: six suspects reportedly extradited to the US
An international case shows how organised networks can operate fake romantic profiles. The accused are presumed innocent.
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Executive impersonation: over a million scam emails, signs of AI use
Microsoft describes fake executive messages and invoices seeking transfers near $50,000. AI indicators do not prove every message was generated automatically.
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French notaries: at least €35m diverted in bank detail fraud investigation
Le Monde reports a campaign affecting hundreds of offices through bank-detail substitution and diverted transfers. Figures come from its investigation.
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Romance scams: warning signs and what to do in 2026
Fake profiles, emotional bonds and financial emergencies: official French guidance on recognising and reporting romance scams.
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