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Internet scams are everywhere, from phone calls to phishing and impersonation schemes across Europe.

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The internet is unpredictable, and scammers operate everywhere, regardless of whether the location is Bulgaria, Italy, or another European country. Common and successful schemes range from basic phone scams to phishing attacks and fraudsters impersonating officials or ministers. Readers are encouraged to register on Mediapool.bg to support independent journalism and access their over 20-year archive.

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