Internet crime has evolved from the vandalism of early worms to schemes to bilk users out of personal information and cash.

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Most Ponzi schemes are penny-ante affairs, such as chain letters, that bilk their victims out of a few dollars each.

WSJ: Pyramid Schemes Are as American as Apple Pie

Owen Wilson plays a drifter trying to bilk Gary Sinise out of money in The Big Bounce, which is hitting theaters.

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