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Nebraska Cryptocurrency Scams on the Rise

Posted on 03/06/25

Fraudsters continue to employ familiar scam tactics—such as romance scams, investment schemes, and government impersonations—but are now increasingly soliciting payments through…
Nebraska Lawmakers Unite to Pass Cryptocurrency Fraud Prevention Legislation

Posted on 03/06/25

Nebraska’s cryptocurrency landscape has been evolving, and so have the risks associated with it. The Nebraska Legislature’s proposed Controllable Electronic Record Fraud Prevention Act (Legislative…
Omaha Law Takes Aim at Cryptocurrency Scams

Posted on 02/28/25

Under a new city ordinance in Omaha, individuals or businesses operating or providing access to a cryptocurrency ATM must post a written notice that warns consumers of the potential fraud risks…
Crypto Romance Scams

Posted on 02/28/25

By building trust and forging deep emotional connections, scammers can manipulate their victims into making financial decisions they would not normally consider.…
Defend Against Deceit: Nebraska Fraud and Scam Alerts

Posted on 02/27/25

Stay alert, Nebraska! Here are the latest scams to watch out for. …
How to Recognize and Avoid Utility Scams

Posted on 01/16/25

With temperatures dropping in many states, scammers are turning up the heat on their deceptive tactics.…
Check Twice Before Donating

Posted on 12/19/24

It’s the season of giving, and for those in the spirit, telling the difference between a real charity and a fake one can be a challenge. Legitimate charities make a big push at year-end for…
Omaha City Council Member Aimee Melton Receives AARP Nebraska’s Community Fraud Fighter Award

Posted on 12/10/24

AARP Nebraska is pleased to announce Omaha City Council Member Aimee Melton as the recipient of its Community Fraud Fighter Award. This prestigious AARP award represents a select, bi-partisan group…
Holiday Deals or Holiday Steals? Avoid These Online Shopping Scams.

Posted on 11/11/24

The holiday deals have already begun, but not all those great deals you see online are legit.…
Medicare Open Enrollment Scams

Posted on 10/18/24

It’s open enrollment season, which also means it’s Medicare fraud season. Eligible beneficiaries have from October 15–December 7, 2024, to shop around and make changes to their Medicare health and…