# FIFA World Cup 2026 hype kicks off fraud, fake apps, and ransomware targeting fans and businesses

> Scammers pre‑position FIFA World Cup infrastructure Fraud spans finance, travel, gambling sectors Businesses urged to prepare before tournament begins Scams themed around the FIFA World Cup 2026 will peak, as one might…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/fifa-world-cup-2026-hype-kicks-off-fraud-fake-apps-and-ransomware-targeting-fans-and-businesses?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a2316c199aa1a9371e2109b)
- **Published:** 2026-06-05
- **Category:** Computers & IT
- **Tags:** #cybersecurity #world #fifa #businesses #fraud #apps #before #fake
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