cyberpolice
Fraudulent SIM card takeover: who is at risk and how to avoid credit fraud
Fraudsters use mobile number interception schemes to gain access to bank accounts and take out loans in other people’s names. Ukrainians abroad who have not used their Ukrainian SIM cards for a long time are particularly vulnerable to SIM-swap…
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Fake electricity bills: how to avoid falling for fraudsters’ tricks
The Cyberpolice urges citizens to be cautious of emails and messenger messages containing electricity bills. Fraudsters may disguise these messages as official letters from the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine. This is reported by the Department of…
Ukraine introduces up to 10 years of imprisonment for working in fraudulent call centers
Legislative changes that increase liability for operating fraudulent call centers have come into force in Ukraine. Participation in the activities of such “offices” is now punishable by up to 10 years of imprisonment with asset forfeiture.
Artificial Intelligence in 2026 Fraud Schemes: How to Protect Your Money
In 2026, fraudsters in Ukraine are actively utilizing artificial intelligence tools to refine social engineering methods. Despite a decrease in the number of illegal card transactions, the total financial losses from such criminal activities have…
