NEW DELHI: Traveling to the US? You may want to be aware of a scam the American law enforcement agencies have alerted about. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a public warning about a disturbing surge in virtual kidnapping for ransom scams, where criminals are now using altered proof-of-life media to extort victims. "These sophisticated criminal actors are exploiting photos and videos—often found on social media or other public sites—to create seemingly real images of victims to accompany ransom demands, successfully amplifying the sense of panic and urgency," the FBI said in a statement. Tips to protect yourself: * Avoid providing personal information to strangers while traveling. * Establish a code word only you or your loved ones know that you can use to communi

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