4 wanted in nationwide bitcoin ATM scam
Calgary police are looking for four individuals they believe were involved with nationwide bitcoin ATM fraud resulting in $195,000 in losses. Continue reading
Bitcoin scam
Scam alert: No, BC Hydro won’t cut your power if you can’t pay in Bitcoin
By Simon Little Online Journalist
The company says it never, ever takes payment in pre-paid cash or credit cards, nor does it accept Bitcoin. Continue reading
Fraud reports are up 89% in just 5 years and criminals want e-money: Edmonton police
Fraud, identity theft and identity fraud complaints have gone up a staggering 89 per cent in just five years, and Edmonton police say criminals are going high-tech. Continue reading
Epcor warns of Bitcoin scam targeting small businesses
By Kim Smith Reporter
Epcor has a warning for customers after receiving complaints that at least two small businesses fell for a phone scam. Continue reading
No, you can’t pay your taxes in Bitcoin: Mounties issue warning on new twist to CRA scam
By Simon Little Online Journalist
“The CRA does not accept Bitcoin as a method of payment, first and foremost, people need to understand that.” Continue reading
Bitcoin fraud on the rise as Canadians swindled out of $1.7M this year
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says that’s more than five times the amount people lost to these types of scams in 2015, which was roughly $284,000. Continue reading
Want to buy Bitcoin? Do your homework first: B.C. regulators
“Start with your own due diligence and bring a healthy skepticism and ask questions.” Continue reading
Bitcoin tax scam defrauded more than 40 in York Region: police
In recent months, the scammers have gotten victims to send them money using the virtual currency Bitcoin. Continue reading