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Exposing digital deception. Deep dives into fraud, social engineering, and the human side of cybersecurity.

## Latest Posts

31
May
What Is Euroclear—and Why Do Scammers Keep Mentioning It?

What Is Euroclear—and Why Do Scammers Keep Mentioning It?

Scammers love name-dropping Euroclear to make fake deals sound legit—but unless you're a licensed financial institution, Euroclear has nothing to do with your money. Learn what Euroclear really does, what it definitely doesn’t, and how to spot the red flags.
3 min read
31
May
Inside the Gumbalim File: A Forensic Breakdown of the €980 Billion KYC Scam

Inside the Gumbalim File: A Forensic Breakdown of the €980 Billion KYC Scam

A €980 billion account at HSBC? Signed by a man with four degrees and a Hotmail address? We analyzed R-KYC980B “compliance” document and uncovered a masterclass in fraud, forged legitimacy, and identity theft. This isn’t just bad paperwork — it’s a weaponized PDF.
6 min read
30
May
10 Red Flags to Watch for in Financial Documents

10 Red Flags to Watch for in Financial Documents

If someone’s sending you billion-dollar documents through WhatsApp and Gmail, you’re not in a deal — you’re in a scam. Here are 10 red flags to help you spot the con before it costs you.
3 min read
30
May
What Is DTC—And Why Scammers Keep Lying About It

What Is DTC—And Why Scammers Keep Lying About It

Scammers love to misuse financial terms like “DTC transfers” to sound legit. Learn what DTC really is, how it works, and why real institutions don’t move cash “off-ledger” or through the cloud. Don’t fall for jargon that hides fraud.
2 min read
17
May
Welcome to Manipulate.io

Welcome to Manipulate.io

"When in doubt, delete yourself."
1 min read