SocietyWhat are phantom scams, and why do they end with you robbing yourself?
Phantom scams involve no hacker, crime scene or bank representative on the other end of the call. Instead, a script is used to persuade victims to empty their own accounts; recognising the tactic can help them hang up in time.
Eeuronews★★☆☆☆2026-09-01 05:00Original
What are phantom scams, and why do they end with you robbing yourself?