internet fraud
[/ˈɪntərnɛt frɔːd/]
nounpl: internet frauds
fraude na internet
1. Deceptive or dishonest activity conducted through the internet or online platforms with the intent to unlawfully obtain money, personal information, or services from individuals or organizations
The elderly woman fell victim to internet fraud when she provided her banking details to a fraudulent website.
A mulher idosa foi vítima de fraude na internet quando forneceu seus dados bancários para um site fraudulento.
2. Any scam, phishing scheme, identity theft, or misleading online transaction designed to deceive users
Internet fraud has become increasingly sophisticated with the use of fake emails and clone websites.
A fraude na internet tornou-se cada vez mais sofisticada com o uso de e-mails falsos e sites clonados.
Internet fraud is a significant concern in both Brazil and the USA, with increased awareness campaigns by government agencies like the FBI (USA) and Polícia Federal (Brazil). In Brazilian culture, there's growing awareness of 'golpes pela internet' (internet scams), particularly targeting vulnerable populations like the elderly. The term has become part of everyday vocabulary as digital transactions and online shopping have increased.
NYC Slang
online scam / internet con / digital hustle (fraudulent context)
Related Idioms & Phrases
fall for an internet scam
get catfished
be phished
lose money to internet fraud
report internet fraud to the authorities
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