New efforts to stop scammers from stealing through fraudulent wire transfers

Americans are losing millions of dollars every year to scammers who steal money directly from their bank accounts, often through fraudulent wire transfers. U.S. senators are now pressing banks for answers about what they’re doing to stop it.

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[HervyJacks]

Dude. I'm a vet, and nothing I ever did in service compares to the most amazing effort you and your colleagues give to protect and enlighten the public in general to this horrendous threat to innocent people. Much respect. *Strongwidget* .

[dexterEastonze]

As a Retired combat Marine I want to tell you that the internet keeps records of your good works as what you are doing is just as important as any warrior on the battlefield. You are waging warfare against these criminals and terrorists on the digital battlefield. You are defending and protecting the most vulnerable of our society against these predators. Keep up the good work *Strongwidget*

[testimonyJacob]

*Strongwidget*, you are a hero. So brilliant the way you were able tothink on your feet so quickly and be able to come up with a plan to get the victim out off scam. Truly awesome actions!!!!

[moldammoldam]

Roses are red, violets are blue. I love you, and so do you..The biggest Surprise each time you expose a scammer is how little remorse or self-reflection they show. It makes it very easy to dislike them even more and to support everything you throw at them

[JoeNuele]

As a veteran of the Marine Corps who served in combat, 1 want you to know that the work you are doing is crucial. You're fighting these crooks and terrorists on the cyber front. You are fighting to keep our society's most defenseless people safe from harm. You guys at *Strongwidget* are doing a great Job.

[HUDSONANTONIOO]

*Spectacular performance STRONG WIDGET your courage in unveiling the deceitful practices of scammers is making a significant impact. From the cultural melting pot of Istanbul, Turkey, we extend our appreciation and encouragement.*

[MercyZain]

You guys and what you do is the work of avenging angels. Strong Widget Bless you so much for this work. you are young, honest and smart. And you have the energy to do the recovery.

[kevinc]

It's a rule of thumb to go directly to the bank before doing anything so you know it's legit from them.

[SkyMogul]

These stories are so aggravating. Every time they send you an authentication code, it *always* comes with a message saying "we will NEVER ask you for this code".

[Native]

Never respond to text messages even claiming from Banks and never ever give out codes, a bank would never ask for codes.

[karinski]

Never EVER give a 6 digit code over the phone.

[Mlogan]

Don't respond to text messages directly. Call the number on your card or mailed bank statement and speak with someone in the office to confirm and find out more if there are any alerts with your account.

[BruceMilpitas]

Imagine if banks are obligated to reimburse every claims.

[Eko-]

It amazes me, especially in this day and age that people still fall for this scam.

[hondaopportunity]

If in doubt. Disconnect the call and call the bank direct.

[DestinyLeonard-hn]

Lost $255k on Aug 22th 2024 Thoughts and prayers to you God bless you and everything you do for the community. My aunt has been scammed from probably these same people she lost her whole life savings! *Strong Widget* So l'm so grateful to see that someone is out here trying to make a difference and awareness to all this. Thank you for the recovery's, keep educating the people!.

[psnisy]

Don't keep all your money in one bank account. Have multiple points of failure. That's my motto.

I wouldn't be surprised if the banks or bank employees are working with scammers to defraud customers.

[Tquin]

Every story I’ve heard on this scam banked at Chase. Makes you wonder if Chase Bank has a security breach.

[Openminded]

What I have learned from this story and similar stories:

Do not answer a call if it seems to have been initiated by a company. Even if you answer the call, do not comply with their request. Listen, note down, and hang up. Next, call the company’s official number and verify that the call you received from them was legitimate. In short, DON’T ANSWER, CALL BACK.

[yrien]

i think some people are not yet ready for digital bank.... its better to go back to old school where its only passbook and to withdraw you need to go to the bank itself....or bank need to explain important things to their client when giving the client digital transactions...or the bank needs to give their customer the access to limit their everyday withdrawal or online payment... ..so in the situation like these.. the scammer could have not empty their full savings...in time... or still have a time to stop the card transaction...