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fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

TD Bank joins Anti-Scam Coalition, but tells customer she's responsible for $10,000 lost in phone scam | CBC News

"Awareness campaigns are important, but they only go so far," said Jessica Fraser of Timmins, Ont., who lost $10,000 in a TD bank scam in June. TD Bank, which is listed as a "champion" on the coalition's campaign website, refused her request for a refund. "They're supposed to be the gatekeepers of my money and I trusted them to safeguard me," she said. "Instead, I'm left carrying the burden."
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Urgent scam warning issued as fraudsters pose as financial regulator

Fraudsters impersonating the FCA are increasingly targeting consumers, especially those aged 56 and over, coercing victims into handing over money or sensitive banking details.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Silent Push CEO talks cybercrime takedowns with The Register

A cybersecurity firm uncovered a vast crime network linked to financial scams, impacting over $200 million in losses for victims.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Meta slowest to remove scam content, says City watchdog

Meta is significantly slower than other platforms in addressing financial scam content.
The FCA highlights the need for faster action against finfluencers promoting scams.
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