High-Risk Sectors
Explore sectors with high fraud rates and learn about industry-specific scams. Stay informed about the latest schemes and protect yourself from sector-based fraud.
High Risk
Forex Trading
Foreign exchange trading scams and fraudulent investment schemes.
Total Losses
$892M+
Reports
15234
Avg. Loss
$58,500
Common Scams
Signal Selling Schemes
Fake traders selling unreliable trading signals and strategies
Managed Account Fraud
Scammers offering to trade on behalf of victims with guaranteed returns
Red Flags
- Guaranteed profit promises
- Pressure to invest quickly
- Unregulated brokers
- Complex withdrawal terms
High Risk
Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency-related fraud and investment scams.
Total Losses
$1.2B+
Reports
23456
Avg. Loss
$51,000
Common Scams
Pump and Dump Schemes
Artificial inflation of coin prices followed by mass selling
Fake ICOs
Initial coin offerings for non-existent cryptocurrencies
Red Flags
- Anonymous team members
- Unrealistic ROI promises
- Pressure to buy quickly
- Limited technical documentation
Medium Risk
Insurance
Insurance fraud and misleading coverage schemes.
Total Losses
$436M+
Reports
8923
Avg. Loss
$48,900
Common Scams
Ghost Broking
Selling fake or invalid insurance policies
Coverage Gaps
Policies with hidden exclusions and limitations
Red Flags
- Prices well below market rates
- Pressure to pay in cash
- No proper documentation
- Unlicensed brokers