Business News
Someone Stole $400,000 Worth of Lobster Destined for Costco Using a ‘Sophisticated’ Phishing Scam
The Great Lobster Heist has investigators scratching their heads.
Theft
Business Legal
How Do You Stop Porch Pirates From Stealing Christmas? These Top Tips Will Help Secure Your Deliveries.
Over 100 million packages were stolen last year. Here are top tips to make sure your stuff doesn't get swiped.
By David James
Tech
Porch Pirates Stole 119 Million Packages From Doorsteps Last Year Alone. Here’s What You Can Do to Make Sure This Doesn’t Happen to Your Customers.
The rapid growth of ecommerce, fueled by the pandemic, has increased opportunities for "porch pirates" who target packages left on doorsteps, impacting both consumer confidence and business finances. This rise in theft underscores the need for effective security measures — read on for some suggestions from my 17 years in the industry.
Thought Leaders
Hackers Are Now Using AI to Steal Your Identity — Here’s How to Navigate the Current Digital Identity Landscape
Discover the latest in digital identity security as hackers leverage AI and new tactics.
Business Accounting
A ‘Trusted’ Employee Stole $90,000 From a Company Now on The Brink of Collapse. Here’s 1 Simple Thing You Can Do to Avoid a Similar Fate.
An Oregon newspaper learns the hard way why it's so important to require time off for employees.
By Gene Marks
Business News
This Free Tool ‘Poisons’ AI Models to Prevent Them From Stealing Your Work — But Some Say It’s Akin to ‘Illegal’ Hacking
Nightshade v1.0 empowers artists to protect their works from unauthorized AI training.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Illinois Woman Arrested for Stealing a Dump Truck — And Claimed It Was to Start a Side Hustle
A 27-year-old Evansville woman was arrested after police say she tried to take off with the vehicle.
Business News
Sephora Is Putting Customer Favorite Merchandise Behind Lock and Key
The change goes against Sephora's original try-before-you-buy business model.
Entrepreneurs
Colorado’s Football Team Was Robbed at the Rose Bowl, and Coach Deion Sanders Wants Reimbursement
At a press conference, the former NFL and MLB superstar and now college coach asked the NCAA to 'do something.'
Business News
A New Report Suggests the Retail Theft Narrative Is ‘Overexaggerated’ — Here’s Why
"We have to acknowledge potentially ulterior, more opportunistic motives," the analysts wrote.
Business News
USPS Is Cracking Down on Mail Theft — And Offering Up To $250,000 For Help
Monetary rewards range from $100,000 to $250,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
Business News
A Florida Man’s Wife Had Her Rare $200K Purple Rolls Royce Stolen. He Used a Plane Banner to Find It.
The Rolls Royce owner, Bob Benyo, is known for using his company, Aerial Banners, to send unusual messages.
Business News
Costco Isn’t Facing Devastating Surges in Theft Like Target and Walmart — and the Reason Is Very Simple
The retailer's CFO revealed its strategy during a fourth-quarter-earnings call.
By Amanda Breen
Business News
Dollar Tree CEO Says ‘Elevated’ Theft Is Affecting Profit Margins
Executives at Dollar Tree partially attributed the decline in the company's gross profit margin to instances of increased theft across its stores.
Business News
‘Increasingly Serious’ Retail Crime Is Hitting Another Beloved U.S. Retailer Hard — and Its CEO Reveals a Bleak Trajectory
Violent retail theft incidents are also on the rise.
By Amanda Breen
Tech
Security Breaches Are on the Rise and Your Identity Isn’t Safe. Here’s How Verified Identities Can Help
There are only three certainties in life. Death, taxes and cybercriminals attempting to steal information they can flip for money.
Business News
A 14-Year-Old Who Broke into Nearly 40 Cars Was Inspired by Viral TikTok Trend, According to Police Reports
The TikTok trend, dubbed the "Kia Challenge," has become a nationwide issue, with young individuals sharing car theft techniques online.
Business News
A Wegmans Employee Allegedly Stole Over $500,000 from the Company
Alicia Torres pleaded guilty to crimes carried out over nine years while working at Wegmans in Webster, New York.
Business News
Massachusetts Father-Son Duo Slammed With Nearly 10-Year Prison Sentence for Perpetrating an ‘Elaborate’ $20 Million Lottery Scheme
The "ten-percenting" scam cost more than $6 million in federal tax loss and affects 40 licensed lottery sellers across the state.
Business News
Minnesota Man Charged in 2005 Theft of Judy Garland’s Iconic ‘Wizard of Oz’ Ruby Slippers, Shoes Now Worth 250% More
The ruby slippers were first found during an FBI sting operation in 2018.
Business News
Salt Bae’s Former Employees Describe Tip Theft, Discrimination, and Polyester Uniforms within the Memeable Meat Empire
The Instagram-famous butcher is known for his over-the-top antics. A string of lawsuits and interviews with former employees reveal a darker side.
By Sophia Ankel
Business News
These Two Cars Are So Easy to Steal That 17 State Attorneys General Want Them Recalled
The manufacturers failed to install anti-theft devices that are standard in other new vehicles, according to California's Department of Justice.
By Amanda Breen
Thought Leaders
Employee Theft is More Common Than You Think. This is What You Should Do About It.
Almost every day, you can read reports about how employees are stealing from their employers. So what should you do to prevent this kind of thing from happening before it happens? Well, there are a few things.
By Gene Marks
Business News
A Texas Man Tracked Down His Stolen Truck With an Apple Airtag. The Theft Turned into a Homicide After He Took Matters Into His Own Hands.
The suspect died from a gunshot wound to the head.
Business News
Singer Jewel Says Her Mom Allegedly Stole $100 Million From Her: ‘I Woke Up and Realized She Embezzled All of My Money.’
The singer opened up about her estrangement from her mom and the alleged theft on the 'Verywell Mind Podcast.'
Business Accounting
How to Reduce the Risk of Fraudsters Accessing Your Business and Personal Bank Accounts
Learn the different types of business and personal identity theft and a few tips on how to prevent it.
By John Kyle
Business News
These Two Cars Are Stolen So Often Insurance Won’t Cover Them
Progressive and State Farm have dropped some older Hyundai and Kia models after learning that a design flaw makes them easy to start without a key.