Scientists reveal the key signs someone you're talking to on a dating app is a fraudster

The truth behind dating app scams has now been exposed in new research revealing the tell-tale signs of a Tinder swindler. Scientists have pinpointed the key personality traits exhibited by romance scammers in a bid to crackdown on cybercrime. Flattery, pets names and personal questions are among the numerous ways that criminals may try to reel you in before asking for help with money. Many fraudulent accounts pose as military servicemen too - emotionally manipulating partners before demanding emergency funds. The Abertay University research comes at a time when romance tricks are surging, with many across the world being scammed out of money.