Scams 360

BCSI Investigations

Scams 360 gives you an inside look into an investigator’s mind about how scams work and how to avoid them. Listen each week to hear a new story.

  1. 2D AGO

    Top 10 Scams of 2025

    Welcome to Season 2 of Scams 360! It will be the same podcast you know and love, but sometimes the format may be switched up, and we are expanding our topics!    This week, to wrap up 2025, Denis and Kylie will be covering the top 10 Scams of 2025! They will discuss their views on AI, Deep fakes and capitalism.    Sources:  https://the420.in/top-international-scams-2025-ai-fraud-global-cybercrime-lessons/

    20 min

  2. 12/26/2025

    Chain Mail Scam

    This week, we discuss chain mail and how it has evolved from an email forward to a social media scam. Listen to learn about international secret Santa and how some chain mail might be a pyramid scheme.  IG: BCSI.Investigations Website: picanada.ca Sources:  https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/secret-sisters-gift-exchange/ https://ktla.com/news/dont-fall-for-this-secret-santa-gift-scam/#:~:text=2%E2%80%9D%20into%20the%20top%20spot,to%20the%20social%20media%20platform. https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/chain-linked/ https://www.cantonrep.com/story/lifestyle/columns/2025/11/23/dont-fall-for-secret-sister-gift-exchange-this-christmas/87350835007/

    11 min

  3. 12/19/2025

    Charity Scams

    It's the holiday season, which means people are in a giving mood. Listen to this week's episode to know how to make sure the money you donate is actually going to a good cause!    Follow us on Facebook and Instagram: @BCSI.Investigations   Sources:  https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams/tips-and-advice/charity-scams https://westvanpolice.ca/charity-scams/ https://www.reddit.com/r/nonprofit/comments/1d5qo4x/donation_scam_beware/ https://www.michigan.gov/consumerprotection/protect-yourself/consumer-alerts/scams/how-to-spot-fake-gofundme-accounts https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/05/06/gofundme-fundraiser-scam-grieving-community/83472880007/ https://www.idtheftcenter.org/post/fake-gofundme-scams/            https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/beware-of-phony-fundraisers-on-gofundme/

    10 min

  4. 12/05/2025

    Holiday Scams

    This week, Denis returns to discuss which holiday scams you should look out for this winter!    Check us out on Instagram/Facebook: @bcsi.investigations If you require a private investigator, visit our website: picanada.ca   Sources:  https://www.wkyt.com/2025/11/26/better-business-bureau-warns-shoppers-holiday-scams/ https://rollingout.com/2025/11/26/amazon-warns-of-dangerous-holiday-scams/ https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/maryland-ag-holiday-scams-tips-safe-shopping-giving https://mercercountyoutlook.net/2025/11/26/fbi-cleveland-warns-of-holiday-scams-during-the-shopping-season-3/ https://ksltv.com/ksl-investigates/get-gephardt/holiday-scams/850451/ https://lionsgate.network/the-12-scams-of-christmas-your-essential-guide-to-protecting-your-crypto-this-holiday-season/ https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/holiday-scams

    12 min

  5. 11/28/2025

    Data Poisoning

    This week is a solo episode. Kylie is discussing all things data poisoning from what it is to how to spot and avoid it!  Check us out online:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations/    Sources:  https://cypfer.com/inside-ai-data-poisoning-how-attackers-manipulate-machine-learning/ https://www.sentinelone.com/cybersecurity-101/cybersecurity/data-poisoning/ https://www.crowdstrike.com/en-us/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/data-poisoning/   https://www.lasso.security/blog/data-poisoning

    9 min

  6. 11/21/2025

    NFT Scams

    This week, we have a special guest, Yuli, to discuss NFTs and the risks associated with buying them.    Sources:  https://www.fraud.com/post/nft-scams-a-real-life-story https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/lifestyle/art-plus-design/most-expensive-nft-artworks-ever-sold/ https://www.endlessdomains.io/blog/posts/hard-wallets-vs-soft-wallets

    10 min

  7. 11/14/2025

    Subscription Traps

    This week, we discuss subscription traps and the ones that we have been stuck in. Remember to rate and review! Check us out online at @BCSI.Investigations or on our website, picanada.ca, if you have been affected by a scam or need a private investigation.   Sources:  https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams/tips-and-advice/subscription-traps https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2020/03/subscription-traps-no-strings-attached-trial-offers-could-leave-you-with-your-hands-tied.html https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07nlvmyl05o https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/learning/the-great-subscription-trap.html https://www.nbc26.com/news/local-news/subscription-trap-are-you-wasting-hundreds-on-services-you-forgot

    18 min

  8. 11/07/2025

    Smart Home Hackers

    This week, we discuss smart home systems and how they can be vulnerable to hacking. Listen to learn the signs that you've been hacked and how to protect yourself.  If you enjoyed Scams 360, please leave five stars and a review :) Sources: https://www.businessinsider.com/hacker-breaks-into-smart-home-google-nest-devices-terrorizes-couple-2019-9#:~:text=Millions%20of%20users%20have%20signed,Google https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-home-speakers-allowed-hackers-to-snoop-on-conversations/ https://www.datapacific.com/9-signs-that-your-smart-home-device-has-been-hacked/

    18 min
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Scams 360 gives you an inside look into an investigator’s mind about how scams work and how to avoid them. Listen each week to hear a new story.

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  • Creator
    BCSI Investigations
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
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