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WhatsApp identity theft and evolving digital fraud

25 clusters · 149 sources · last updated

Latest: WhatsApp voting scam targets users in Spain

The landscape of digital fraud continues to evolve, with authorities in Spain, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, Germany, Austria, Portugal, Italy, the Netherlands, and Australia reporting diverse cybercrime tactics. In Spain

[ACTIVE] [CRIME] [NL] [BE] [PL]

Rising fraud and impersonation in the Low Countries and EU

11 clusters · 31 sources · last updated

Latest: Police warn of new NFC-based bank card scam

Fraudulent activities in the Netherlands and Belgium have seen a significant rise, characterized by both digital and interpersonal tactics. In the Netherlands, the Fraudehelpdesk reported a fivefold increase in phishing

[ACTIVE] [BUSINESS] [NL] [BE] [CY]

Dutch housing market: rising rates and policy shifts

59 clusters · 125 sources · last updated

Latest: Netherlands housing market shows slowing price growth and rising NHG limits

The Dutch housing market faces sustained pressure from rising mortgage costs and significant regulatory shifts. As of late 2026, mortgage rates remain high and volatile. In September 2026, a ten-year fixed rate with Nati

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Phishing and tax fraud scams in Europe

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Denmark warns of rising phishing and deepfake scams

Authorities in Northern Europe continue to issue warnings regarding various phishing and fraud schemes targeting citizens through digital and telephonic channels. In the Netherlands and Belgium, scammers have utilized i