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Patrick and Ryan Coughlin

When their mom got targeted by a fake kidnapping scam, Patrick and Ryan decided to quit their jobs and start Savi. Patrick has spent his career in intelligence and cybersecurity. Previously, he was co-founder and CEO of a TruSTAR, a company focused on cybersecurity for enterpises. Ryan has built products at some of the world’s most recognized consumer technology companies serving millions of users everyday. Together with the team at Savi, they are working to protect families from scams and fraud in the AI era.

All articles by Patrick and Ryan Coughlin

Today We Launch Savi: Scam Protection for Every Family

Today we're announcing the launch of Savi — the first app built to protect families from AI-powered scams and fraud across calls and messages, 24/7. Available on iOS and Android.

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Can You Actually Get Your Money Back From a Crypto Scam?

Recovering money lost to a cryptocurrency scam is possible in some cases, but success rates are low and the process is slow. This guide explains what is realistically possible, which channels to pursue, and how to avoid being scammed again during the recovery process.

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Crypto Refund Scams: Why They Always Target Previous Victims

Crypto refund scams specifically target people who have already lost money to cryptocurrency scams. Rather than being random, these schemes are carefully orchestrated using sucker lists, social media monitoring, and sometimes the original scammers returning under a new identity.

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Deepfake Voice Scams Targeting Crypto Users

Deepfake voice scams targeting cryptocurrency users have surged dramatically. The crypto sector now accounts for 88% of detected deepfake fraud. This guide covers the five most common deepfake voice scams targeting crypto holders and how to protect yourself.

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Introducing Scamwise: A Free Tool to Help Anyone Spot Scams Instantly

Today we're launching Scamwise, a free tool that lets anyone quickly check if something is a scam. No account required. No paywall. No ads. Just a fast, clear answer when something feels off.

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Fake Crypto Recovery Companies: What They Look Like and How to Avoid Them

Most crypto recovery companies that contact scam victims are themselves running scams. This article explains how fake recovery services find victims, how the scam works, red flags, and what legitimate recovery looks like.

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How Fake Investigators Trick Scam Victims Again

Fake investigators are among the most convincing forms of recovery fraud because they borrow the credibility of real law enforcement and licensed professionals. These scammers impersonate FBI agents, FTC officials, private investigators, and blockchain forensics experts to convince previous scam victims that an active investigation is underway and that their money can be recovered.

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