Dhaka, Nov. 11 -- In today's digital age, where forming relationships and communicating online has become part of everyday life, many people turn to dating sites and social media in search of love, friendship, or companionship.

Yet beneath the glow of digital connection, romance scams have emerged as a serious and growing threat. While these platforms bring people closer, they also provide fertile ground for fraudsters who exploit emotional vulnerability to commit financial and psychological deception.

A romance scam is a form of fraud in which scammers pretend to be loving partners in order to extract money or personal information. They present themselves as caring, trustworthy, and emotionally available.

Through gentle conversation, ...