Law enforcement agencies and consumer protection organizations across the United States and Europe are warning the public about a surge in scams targeting vulnerable populations, including older adults, immigrants, and those seeking compensation related to government programs. In the UK, fraudsters are exploiting the Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) campaign by offering fake compensation to women born in the 1950s. These scams often involve requests for sensitive information, such as bank details and birth certificates, via fraudulent websites or emails, including a fraudulent 'Martin Lewis Waspi calculator.' Martin Lewis and campaigners have highlighted the use of psychologically adept tactics by organized criminal groups, urging individuals to avoid clicking on unsolicited links and to verify the legitimacy of compensation offers. Waspi has fielded dozens of queries following an alarming spike in fraudulent websites. The group is currently pursuing a judicial review after the government rejected compensation, which had been estimated by the Parliamentary Ombudsman at £1,000-£2,950 per person, with a total cost of up to £10.5 billion. In the United States, the FBI and the Federal Reserve have issued alerts about scammers impersonating federal officials, including FBI agents and Federal Reserve representatives. These scams frequently involve phone calls or emails claiming a victim's bank account has been compromised or that they are eligible for government funds, with the intent to steal personal financial information. In one recent case in Pembroke Pines, Florida, an elderly victim was defrauded of $55,000. Florida is among the states with the highest number of such incidents. Cybercriminals are also targeting users of employee self-service websites through search engine advertisements that mimic legitimate sites, aiming to steal login credentials and redirect funds. The FBI recommends individuals access official websites directly, use ad blockers, and remain vigilant for phishing attempts. Other scams reported include fraudsters posing as local law enforcement, the Social Security Administration, and immigration officials, as well as schemes targeting care-dependent individuals in Germany by offering unnecessary services and billing insurance providers. The German consumer advice center has set up a free hotline at 0800-1003711 for affected individuals. Authorities advise the public to be cautious of unsolicited communications, never provide personal information to unknown callers or websites, and to contact relevant organizations or law enforcement, such as Action Fraud or Independent Age, if they suspect fraud.