Muddy Waters - Calling Out Scams and Debunking Misinformation.

"⚠️ **Important Alert for Family Court Cases** ⚠️ In the Family Court system, **Temporary Orders** can easily become permanent, often without families realizing it. These initial decisions are incredibly important and can have long-lasting effects on your life and your loved ones. Many individuals enter temporary hearings thinking changes can easily be made later, but that's not always the case! T...

As you might expect - the answer is a clear and resounding YES. You MUST get prepared. It's important to have realistic expectations for the attorney you may decide to retain. What they ARE - experts in the legal process, Family Court procedures, and what they BRING is the experience they have helping others facing similar situations. What they don't have is expertise in YOUR situation and circums...

There are many things to consider when faced with the decision of filing first for divorce. How will it impact you emotionally? If children are part of the consideration, will they blame you for breaking up the family? There is an equally important consideration you may not know of - the first to file establishes the initial basis. And when you hear the horror story shared in Pt 2 of this series y...

We're fighting back against bad actors and finally harnessing the power of AI to protect us against scams and fraud. Introducing "Ask Silver" - a UK-based tool available now in the US. It's free; simply sign up, open a WhatsApp account (also free), and add Ask Silver as a contact. The next time you receive a suspicious email or text, post it to your new Ask Silver contact on WhatsApp, and you'll g...

This is a must-hear for anyone facing divorce with children. Imagine being falsely accused of physically throwing your spouse and kids out of their home—while you were 2.5 hours away at the time. Yet, despite the truth, you're hit with a court-ordered protective order, barring you from seeing your children. This nightmare happened to someone I know, and it could happen to you. If you're going thro...

If you see a potential divorce on the horizon, my heart breaks for you - especially if there are children involved. What you learn from this and future episodes may save you from emotional and (frankly) financial devastation. In this episode. Part 1, we take. deep dive look at the grounds for divorce, what "the best interest of the child" means, Family Court guidelines and what to expect leading u...

Think it's safe to click on that Facebook product ad? Think again. You could be putting your entire digital life at risk—your browsing history, passwords, and even stored credit card information. Meet SYS01, a dangerous infostealer lurking on the Dark Web. It's cheap, shockingly easy to deploy, and uses AI to create ads so convincing, you won't see it coming. One wrong click, and your personal dat...

Chester Frilich took a shocking call from someone claiming to be an FTC agent. In just weeks, he drained every dollar he had! Now, he faces a staggering $30k IRS penalty and the threat of losing his home. Discover his gripping story, learn the warning signs, and safeguard yourself and your loved ones!

In just the two weeks I've been away on vacation, and in just 6 covered incidents, over 272 million Americans may have had their social security numbers stolen. Over 337.9 million hacked records are now being sold on the dark web. A crypto millionaire lost $15 million to an email spoof attack, a women in the Bay area lost $300k to a government agency scam and a Coinbase user lost $100k - in 20...

This isn't about MAGA versus Democrats—this is about the very survival of our democracy. Foreign bad actors are already infiltrating our political landscape, and Microsoft’s latest Intelligence Threat Assessment reveals a chilling truth: Iranian operatives are manipulating BOTH sides of the political spectrum, sowing chaos and division from the shadows. With the 2024 election looming, we must unit...

Cybersecurity experts are now warning travelers NOT to use public charging stations. Scumbag hackers have been found to be rigging public charging stations in airports and public transit stations and when you plug in, they extract data from your phone. This is a BYOC alert - Bring Your Own Charger!

Human error is the leading contributor to corporate data breaches (up to 88%), which occurred an average of 8.8 times each day in 2023, costing companies an average of $9.48 million per event. Cybercriminals target the cyber threat unaware, the disengaged and the disgruntled employee populations, and it only takes one to bring an entire company down. The threat landscape has grown exponentially, i...

Please listen carefully, this video may save you thousands, hundreds of thousands, even millions.

Discover the dark world of online scams in this eye-opening video. Learn how scammers target innocent victims in Phase One, only to retarget them in Phase Two to extract every last dollar. Arm yourself with knowledge on their tactics and stay safe from falling victim to their schemes. #ScamAware #OnlineSafety #StaySafe

Malvertisement is the latest tool in cybercriminals' toolkits. Websites you regularly visit may be infected with these seemingly legitimate malvertising products which can infect your system, redirect your browser and more. Here's what to know, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you suspect you've been exposed to malvertisement attacks.

Two "Freddy Kruger" level data breaches were announced this week. For the second time this year, AT&T has been hacked - every cellphone, associated landline AND text messages are exposed. Far more concerning is the release of a database containing over 10 Billion passwords. I'll share with you what happened, why you should be concerned, and what to do to protect yourself in this...

How does psychological intelligence shield us from manipulative people and professional scammers? What is the transference effect, a tell-tale sign of psychological vulnerability? What is Savior Syndrome, and why are we prone to fall victim to it? What is psychological mindfulness, and how can we up our psych IQ? We dive deep into these topics and more in this interview with clinical psychologist...

Over 1.6 Billion healthcare records were stolen in 2023. If you think simply having identity theft protection is enough, think again. Your medical records are a treasure trove of information scammers use to create compelling stories they use to steal your money. In this episode, we'll touch on four trending scams cybercriminals weaponize your medical record data to use against you and steal yo...

In this YouTube video, we delve into the alarming rise of deep fake video fraud in 2023, which has surged in the U.S. by 3,000% compared to the previous year. Criminals are honing their deceptive techniques with the help of AI technology, although their creations remain flawed. MIT provides valuable insights on 8 unmistakable signs to help you determine whether the video call you're participat...

In this hilarious video, we delve into the world of stupid criminals and their outrageous antics. As the saying goes, "Don't bring a knife to a gunfight," but that's exactly what happened to our third contender, Derrick Moseley. Join me as we explore three unbelievable stories of criminals who made the most ridiculous choices. Get ready to laugh and be amazed at the audacity of t...

In this eye-opening podcast, we delve into the world of cybersecurity and uncover a new threat that antivirus and malware scans fail to detect - the SnailLoad exploit. With this exploit, hackers can gain access to your online activities, compromising your privacy and security. I'll walk you through the seven crucial steps to determine if your network has fallen victim to this insidious exploit...

This eye-opening session sheds light on the concerning surge of vacation rental scams on Booking.com, showing a drastic 900% spike in reported incidents. Learn about the advanced tactics scammers are using, such as AI-generated emails and spoofed websites, to trick individuals into making reservations and losing their money. Arm yourself with essential knowledge to stay safe and secure while booki...

For the first time in history, the FCC has identified and targeted its first AI Scam organization, a criminal enterprise called Royal Tiger which is responsible for scamming millions of US citizens last year alone. They use voice-altering technologies to sound convincing, and VOiP technology to spoof official phone numbers. They're calling you from your local sheriff's office, the FBI, you...

Thank goodness for us, criminals don't have to pass an IQ test before their crimes. Here are three of the stupidest criminals and how stupidity led to their capture. Join the Muddy Waters Facebook Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/803569418417255

Of the two Facebook marketplace scams I highlight, the more nefarious is the money transfer scam - a Facebook version of the traditional refund scam. Here's what to watch out for. Shout out to  @ScammerPayback  and  @TrilogyMedia  - keep up the great work. Join the Muddy Waters Facebook Community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/803569418417255