PremiumPremiumCryptoVanishing act: Liquidators still searching for boss of collapsed Auckland crypto firm two years onGood news, bad news for customers of failed cryptocurrency exchange.17 Sep 05:00 AM
CrimeCashier steals card from sick customer, goes on $8500 shopping spreeHer bank refused a refund, ruling she had not protected her Pin.17 Sep 12:05 AM
World‘Tinder Swindler’ victims welcome his arrestNorwegian victim Cecilie Fjellhoy said news of the arrest felt like a celebration.16 Sep 09:18 PM
PremiumAucklandBanking watchdog releases ruling after ANZ staff helped customer send $250k to scammers15 Sep 09:00 PM
BusinessClients of former financial advisor David McEwen urged to check bank statements15 Sep 02:22 AM
New ZealandEx-property management worker siphoned more than $860k, largely in tenants' bond money14 Sep 06:00 AM
CrimeElderly couple tricked into handing over bank cards not the only people at risk: Netsafe11 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandFrom car yard to courtroom: Dealer sentenced over 'significant' Clean Car rebate fraud10 Sep 03:18 AM
CryptoCryptocurrency scams: a guideRug pulls lure investors into bogus projects, causing massive losses.05 Sep 02:00 AM
WorldVascular surgeon jailed for fraud after freezing his own legsNeil Hopper received more than $1m after falsely claiming sepsis damaged his legs.04 Sep 09:07 PM
New Zealand'Please delete immediately': NBR warns of Mike McRoberts scam emailThe Financial Markets Authority warned in August about scammers using deepfake videos.04 Sep 03:36 AM
WorldBizarre market: Ultrasound sales linked to pregnancy scams in JapanScans have been listed for as low as $11.50 on Mercari.02 Sep 11:35 PM
CrimeConstruction cartel: Secret Auckland company admits bid corruptionThe admission of guilt comes eight months after co-defendant MaxBuild was sentenced. 02 Sep 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow architectural designer helped launder $235k and why his identity is still secretHe argued his business and reputation would be ruined if he lost suppression.29 Aug 04:03 AM
New Zealand'Scene straight out of a movie': Serial fraudster sentenced after global hotel scams, fake ambulance actJoshua Yarwood received a jail term at Christchurch court for multiple deception charges.29 Aug 01:22 AM
WorldStates are tracking ‘impostor nurses,’ a growing problem since the pandemicExperts say a challenging form of healthcare fraud is endangering patients.29 Aug 01:15 AM
New ZealandMan arrested for importing 1m black market-bound cigarettes into NZThe cigarettes, imported from China, were falsely declared as clothes. 27 Aug 12:30 AM
Business'Tombstoning': Adviser allegedly pockets $260K in insurance commission from made-up clientsThe Financial Markets Authority has cancelled the licence of Les Vela Ltd. 26 Aug 10:56 PM
Business'It really ruined me': Clients left in lurch by elusive contractorMany clients reported substandard work and unfulfilled contracts.26 Aug 12:32 AM
New ZealandMore charges for Wānaka couple charged with $1m fake cancer treatment fraudThe couple have been in custody since their arrest in Wanaka and were refused bail today.24 Aug 10:40 PM
New Zealand'Doesn't think the law applies to her': Judge blasts key player in $1.5m ACC fraudDespite Whaanga repeatedly being late to court, the judge agreed not to jail her.22 Aug 08:00 AM
Personal Finance'It’s absolutely not me': Mary Holm warns of fake Facebook page impersonating herThe Herald columnist has contacted Meta and NetSafe seeking to have the page removed.21 Aug 10:00 PM
World'Massive win': Trump's $797m civil penalty thrown out by appeals courtThe court upheld the fraud judgment but ruled the fine violated the Eighth Amendment.21 Aug 06:26 PM
New ZealandDid tradie defraud clients, was he simply in over his head? That's the question a judge is now deciding after a trial in the Hamilton District Court.21 Aug 06:00 AM
Crime'Ghost tapping': Alleged text ring scammer's $6000 luxury spree halted by policeThe woman tried to make a $6000 purchase using multiple phones in Newmarket.21 Aug 01:08 AM
BDBDAgribusinessSFO charges ex-Open Country Dairy exec over $250k kickbacksHis next court appearance is in October.21 Aug 12:32 AM
New ZealandMore potential victims found after Wānaka couple charged with $1m fraud in fake cancer treatment Police found weapons and ammo during a property search last week.20 Aug 12:43 AM
New ZealandScam warning: Kiwis cautioned against investing in Aussie business, up to 2000 already haveThe man behind the business has been banned from offering financial services. 19 Aug 04:21 AM
Business'I thought it was me': Gareth Morgan appears as deepfake in investment scamMorgan said he hoped nobody falls victim to the work of 'lowlife players'.19 Aug 12:13 AM
BusinessFraudster used false identities to try to steal $220,000Bank account details were doctored in Caitlin Briar Ashby's bid to steal.18 Aug 10:32 PM
New ZealandACC fraud: 1044 clients bombard app, making $1.5m in fake travel claimsChief exec: 'Defrauding ACC isn’t a victimless crime and we have zero tolerance for it.'15 Aug 07:00 AM
