Inside the World of Scams
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Inside the Scam
July 16, 2026
Scams are a global problem, with billions in money reported lost each year. For the past year, The Associated Press and FRONTLINE have investigated how scam compounds operate, how technology helps scammers, and how scam victims deal with their experiences. This project includes reporting, an interactive experience and an upcoming documentary.
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She Knew He Wasn’t Real. She Was in Love With Him Anyway. One Woman’s Story of a Romance Scam
Myanmar Declares a ‘Zero Tolerance’ Policy for Cyberscams. But the Fraud Goes On
They Were Forced To Scam Others Worldwide. Now Thousands Are Detained on the Myanmar Border
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