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Swipe Stories: Caught in the Con

Inception Point Ai

This is your Swipe Stories: Caught in the Con podcast.Swipe Stories: Caught in the Con is your go-to podcast for unraveling the captivating world of online dating scams and digital deception. Hosted weekly by an intriguing AI persona, this show delves into mind-boggling tales of catfishers, romance scammers, and their unsuspecting victims. Each episode shines a light on real-life experiences, providing insightful analysis, expert advice, and captivating storytelling that keeps listeners hooked

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2:05

Deepfake Scams and Voice Spoofing: How Criminals...

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2026/04/16

Explore how AI-powered deepfake scams are targeting grieving families and everyday people through voice synthesis and video manipulation. This episode dives into real cases of widow fraud where scammers use deceased loved ones' voices to steal thousands, examines the rise of QR code phishing attacks at major tech conferences like RSA that compromised 30 percent of professionals, and uncovers how fake celebrity death hoaxes on social media platforms lead victims to malicious links that drain bank

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2:11

AI Deepfake Phishing Scams: How to Spot and Stop...

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2026/04/14

Dive into three real-world phishing scams that cost victims thousands as host Finn Hack breaks down the latest cybersecurity threats targeting everyday internet users. Learn how AI-generated deepfakes fooled a tech professional into wiring 50 thousand dollars, discover why text message bank scams continue draining accounts within minutes, and hear how cryptocurrency wallet drainers are stealing funds through fake celebrity endorsements. This episode explores current phishing tactics reported by

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3:42

Three Trust Exploits Hackers Use to Target Your...

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2026/04/11

Finn Hack exposes three critical scam tactics threatening everyday people in 2026, from fake government portals mimicking detention facility operations to climate anxiety exploitation through fraudulent green investment schemes and fashion app identity theft rings. Learn how modern cybercriminals weaponize trust in official channels, environmental concerns, and personal style aspirations to steal data and drain bank accounts. Discover the social engineering techniques scammers use to convert

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2:38

Phishing Scams Exposed Netflix Crypto and Job Fraud...

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2026/04/09

Dive into three shocking digital scams from 2026 that will change how you interact online. Host Finn Hack breaks down a Netflix phishing attack that cost a Texas victim 500 dollars through spoofed emails and fake verification sites, revealing how IP spoofing helps scammers hide their tracks. Learn about a devastating crypto wallet drain where a Discord impersonator posing as Elon Musk support wiped out 2000 dollars in seconds through social engineering tactics. Discover how a LinkedIn job scam

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3:02

Crypto Phishing Scams Job Interview Fraud and...

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2026/04/07

Discover how modern phishing scams are draining bank accounts and crypto wallets through sophisticated social engineering tactics. This episode explores three cutting-edge cybercrimes including a 50,000 dollar cryptocurrency theft using fake exchange warnings, a LinkedIn job scam that deploys deepfake technology to steal credentials, and a family emergency con using AI-generated video calls. Learn about IP spoofing techniques that hide scammer locations, the rise of deepfake voice and video phishing

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2:14

Phishing Attacks Exposed: How Scammers Exploit Trust...

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2026/04/04

Finn Hack breaks down three cutting-edge scam stories that reveal how modern criminals use IP spoofing, phishing attacks, and AI deepfakes to steal from unsuspecting victims. Learn how a Texas retiree lost fifty thousand dollars to a fake banking app, discover why a UK gamer fell for a cloned gaming profile that cost him his entire Steam wallet, and find out how a California influencer nearly wired ten thousand dollars after being tricked by an AI-generated deepfake video call. This episode exposes

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3:17

LinkedIn Recruiter Scams and Fake Shipping Alerts:...

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2026/04/02

Finn Hack exposes three major phishing scams dominating 2026 including LinkedIn recruiter impersonation schemes using shadow accounts and IP spoofing, fake shipping notification campaigns from courier companies designed for credential harvesting, and the explosion of social media account takeovers fueled by dark web credential marketplaces. Learn how scammers are combining human psychology manipulation with technical sophistication to trick victims into compromising their banking information and

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2:20

Caught in the Con: Three Digital Scams Exposed and...

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2026/03/31

Finn Hack breaks down three urgent cybersecurity threats hitting Americans in March 2026. Learn how scammers are weaponizing fake court order texts with malicious QR codes to drain bank accounts, exploiting government letterheads to create panic and steal money. Discover the latest evolution in sextortion scams using Google Maps street view images and fake Pegasus spyware claims to extort Bitcoin payments through personalized psychological manipulation. Get critical warnings about sophisticated

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3:37

Southeast Asian Scam Factories: How Billions Are...

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2026/03/28

Explore the disturbing world of industrial-scale fraud operations in Southeast Asia where entire cities are dedicated to running sophisticated scam networks worth billions annually. This episode exposes how criminals use AI technology to transform their appearance during video calls, create fake police stations from multiple countries, and trap workers behind armed borders to staff massive fraud compounds. Discover how scammers are evolving beyond simple spam calls into highly organized syndicates

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2:26

AI Scams and Digital Fraud: Real Stories of Phishing,...

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2026/03/26

Join Finn Hack for a deep dive into three massive fraud operations devastating victims worldwide. Explore South Africa's AI-powered scam networks that drained over 5 billion rand through sophisticated phishing attacks targeting executives and wealthy neighborhoods. Discover how fake California hospices exploited Medicare using ghost patients and empty beds in a fraud scheme ten times larger than previous scandals. Learn about SNAP benefit scams draining assistance programs through phishing sites and

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2:32

California Fraud Exposed: Billions Lost to Scams and...

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2026/03/24

Finn Hack exposes massive California fraud schemes totaling hundreds of billions in misused homelessness funds, charity embezzlement by high-profile political figures, and widespread welfare fraud networks operating with fake identities. This episode breaks down how sophisticated financial cons work at government and nonprofit levels, revealing the digital tactics scammers use to redirect taxpayer money and charitable donations. Learn the warning signs of institutional fraud, understand how to

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2:22

Phishing Scams Exposed Three Real Stories of Digital...

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2026/03/21

Dive into three jaw-dropping digital fraud cases that expose the dark side of modern scams. From a 50-thousand-dollar phishing attack linked to international crime rings discussed at the 2026 Global Fraud Summit, to a California small business owner targeted by fake investor schemes on social media, this episode unpacks real-world cyber cons with shocking twists. Discover how quick reporting helped bust a major phishing operation, how a viral social media thread exposed statewide fraud networks, and

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2:35

Swipe Stories Caught in the Con: Major Scams Exposed...

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2026/03/19

Dive into three massive scams that rocked 2026 as Finn Hack breaks down the anatomy of modern fraud schemes. Explore the Australian war bonds investment scam that preyed on geopolitical fears, a California welfare fraud operation worth 170 million dollars involving luxury purchases and system exploitation, and the staggering Minnesota COVID aid theft totaling up to 9 billion dollars with international laundering connections. Learn how IP spoofing, phishing tactics, and digital deception enable these

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3:42

Permit Scams Exposed: How Fraudsters Use Your Real...

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2026/03/17

A deep dive into the sophisticated permit scam targeting business owners and municipalities across America. Learn how criminals are weaponizing publicly available building permit data to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars through fake city official emails. This episode exposes the tactics scammers use including domain spoofing, real case number exploitation, and artificial urgency tactics while providing essential protection strategies to verify legitimate government communications and avoid

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2:32

Swipe Stories Caught in the Con Sneaker Scams Hospice...

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2026/03/14

Dive into three cutting-edge scams shaking up 2026 with host Finn Hack on Swipe Stories: Caught in the Con. This episode exposes the sneaker resale market's authentication nightmare where YouTuber Hes Kicks battles online skeptics over legitimately scored Off-White Dunks and Air Force 1s that seem too good to be true. Discover how Medicare fraud rings are exploiting vulnerable hospice patients in LA County as Dr. Oz and CMS crack down on fake care operations bilking families during their most

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2:31

Swipe Stories: Puppy Scams, Murder Insurance Fraud,...

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2026/03/12

Join Finn Hack for a deep dive into three shocking scams that prove digital deception knows no bounds. This episode explores a heartbreaking puppy scam that cost one victim over a thousand dollars through Facebook Marketplace fraud, a deadly insurance scheme in South Africa where family members orchestrated murders for million-dollar payouts, and a massive Medicare fraud operation running fake hospice centers across Los Angeles County. Learn how scammers exploit trust through fake reviews and

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2:32

Swipe Stories: Car Scams, Murder for Insurance, and...

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2026/03/10

Finn Hack exposes three major scams keeping consumers on high alert. First up is a sophisticated car dealership fraud where fake sellers clone legitimate advertisements to lure buyers with below-market prices before demanding upfront payment through bogus transport companies. Next, a chilling insurance murder scheme from South Africa reveals how fraudsters turned family policies into deadly profit schemes worth millions over two decades. Finally, discover how major gaming platforms may be using

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3:43

Inside Jobs and Social Scams: How Trust Becomes Your...

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2026/03/07

A ServiceMaster operations manager in Durham Region allegedly embezzled over 3 million dollars with help from family members in a sophisticated inside fraud scheme. Ontario investigators examined more than 900 cases of suspected OSAP student aid misuse in 2025 as crackdowns on fraud create unintended consequences for legitimate students. Reply-chain phishing attacks surge on social platforms like X as scammers hijack real accounts to drop malicious links into trusted conversations. This episode

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3:22

Student Loan Fraud and Government Scams Exposed: Nine...

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2026/03/05

Finn Hack breaks down two massive fraud cases shaking government systems in 2025. First up is Ontario's investigation into over 900 cases of OSAP student loan fraud where scammers forge documents and steal identities to drain educational funding meant for vulnerable students. Then dive into the shocking Minnesota autism services fraud scheme where 62 people were convicted for stealing 9 billion dollars in federal money while state officials failed to catch the operation for years. This episode

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2:28

Scam Alert: IP Spoofing, QR Code Phishing, and Voice...

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2026/03/03

Finn Hack exposes the latest scam tactics targeting Canadians in 2024 and 2026, from fake RCMP video calls demanding bitcoin payments to QR code phishing schemes that bypass traditional security measures. Learn how IP spoofing and quishing attacks are costing victims millions, why real law enforcement never requests cryptocurrency or gift cards, and how caller ID manipulation is being used in CBSA and jury duty scams. Discover essential protection strategies including dual-factor authentication and

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