SEC Investor Alerts & Bulletins

SEC Warns of Investment Scams Targeting Wildfire Victims

The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Advocacy has issued a warning about investment scams targeting victims of natural disasters, including recent California wildfires. Fraudsters may exploit individuals receiving insurance payouts by promoting fraudulent recovery-related investments or pump-and-dump schemes.

SEC Investor Alert: Investment Scams Linked to Texas Floods

The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Assistance has issued an investor alert warning about investment scams that exploit natural disasters, such as the recent Texas floods. Fraudsters may target individuals receiving disaster relief funds with fraudulent investment opportunities related to cleanup and recovery efforts.

SEC Warns of Impersonation Scams on Social Media

The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Assistance has issued a warning about fraudsters impersonating the SEC on social media and text messages to perpetrate scams, including stock tips and advance fee fraud. The alert provides examples of such impersonations and advises investors on how to verify SEC communications and report suspicious activity.

SEC Warns Investors About Group Chat Investment Scams

The SEC issued an investor alert warning that fraudsters are using investment-related group chats, including on social media, to lure investors into scams. The alert highlights tactics such as impersonating financial experts, using AI for deepfakes, and promoting fraudulent trading platforms, referencing an enforcement action against Morocoin.

SEC Warns of Social Media Stock Tip Scams

The SEC's Office of Investor Education and Assistance and Division of Enforcement have issued a warning regarding stock recommendation scams conducted via social media. Investors are cautioned against making decisions based solely on social media information and are advised to verify the credentials of investment professionals.