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AFP
Feb 26, 2025

AI-made fake girlfriend deprives Chinese man of $28,000

The victim transferred nearly 200,000 yuan (nearly $28,000) to what he believed was his online girlfriend, who needed funds to open a business and help a relative with medical bills.

Latest Life

Web Desk
Jan 15, 2025

Woman dumps husband, loses life savings to fake Brad Pitt

The woman, named as Anne, told the “Seven to Eight” programme on the TF1 channel that she had believed she was in a romantic relationship with the Hollywood star, leading her to divorce her husband and transfer 830,000 euros ($850,000).

Business

Web Desk
Dec 20, 2023

SBP issues warning against advanced online scams targeting bank accounts

In response to the escalating threat of online scams, particularly those targeting the bank accounts of individuals, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a warning to the public.