Maryland

Investment Scams on Social Media: What to Know After a State Attorney General’s Warning In early April 2026, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown issued a consumer alert about a surge in investment scams operating on Meta platforms—specifically Facebook and Instagram. The warning, published by the Attorney General’s office, highlights how fraudsters are using fake profiles, sponsored ads, and private messages to pitch bogus investment opportunities to unsuspecting users. ...

Attorney General Warns of Investment Scams on Meta Platforms: What to Watch For If you use Facebook or Instagram, chances are you’ve seen ads or messages promoting “can’t-miss” investment opportunities. Cryptocurrency schemes, celebrity-endorsed trading platforms, and early-stage stock tips are common. What’s less obvious is that many of these offers are scams designed to steal your money. ...