#fraud-awareness

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fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
Fashion & style

I'm a luxury handbag authenticator. Here's why you should avoid Chinese manufacturers on TikTok who try to sell 'real' Birkins for cheap.

Think twice before buying luxury bags from Chinese TikTok sources; they often sell fakes or low-quality versions.
#consumer-protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Manchester United

No sign of any U-turn on match-day parking scam near Old Trafford

Parking scams at Old Trafford affect fans, with fake stewards exploiting unsuspecting drivers.
fromHackernoon
1 month ago
Video games

Why Are People Still Falling For Gift Card Scams? | HackerNoon

People continue to fall for gift card scams despite widespread awareness, indicating a critical lack of caution online.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Martin Lewis warns of online scam wild west' over fake Rachel Reeves ad

Online scams pose a significant risk to consumers, resembling a 'wild west' environment, according to Martin Lewis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Manchester United

No sign of any U-turn on match-day parking scam near Old Trafford

Parking scams at Old Trafford affect fans, with fake stewards exploiting unsuspecting drivers.
fromHackernoon
1 month ago
Video games

Why Are People Still Falling For Gift Card Scams? | HackerNoon

People continue to fall for gift card scams despite widespread awareness, indicating a critical lack of caution online.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

Martin Lewis warns of online scam wild west' over fake Rachel Reeves ad

Online scams pose a significant risk to consumers, resembling a 'wild west' environment, according to Martin Lewis.
more#consumer-protection
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Phone theft hotspots marked with blue plaques' in City of London

London has become the phone snatch capital of Europe, with significant police efforts underway to combat theft and fraud.
London startup
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Urgent warning as Bromley residents lose 1million to romance fraud in one month

With the rise of dating apps, online dating fraud is increasing; victims must stay vigilant.
Bromley Trading Standards warns users to be cautious and verify profiles to avoid financial scams.
#online-safety
London startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

We partner with world-renowned scambusters to create our own fraud-fighting call centre | CBC News

A coalition of scambusters combats online fraud by infiltrating criminal networks, rerouting calls, and warning victims, thereby reclaiming losses from scams.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Brad Pitt reacts to awful' scammers who fooled French woman using his pictures

Scammers exploit fan-celebrity connections, reminding audiences to be cautious online and avoid responding to unsolicited messages.
London startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

We partner with world-renowned scambusters to create our own fraud-fighting call centre | CBC News

A coalition of scambusters combats online fraud by infiltrating criminal networks, rerouting calls, and warning victims, thereby reclaiming losses from scams.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Brad Pitt reacts to awful' scammers who fooled French woman using his pictures

Scammers exploit fan-celebrity connections, reminding audiences to be cautious online and avoid responding to unsolicited messages.
more#online-safety
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

'Smishing' and other scams could kill your holiday joy, Postal Service warns

Be cautious of holiday scams like smishing and package theft that can spoil the festive season.
fromCbsnews
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Brooklyn artist says he lost $120,000 in a crypto scam. District attorney's office warns they're "very common."

Beware of cryptocurrency scams, particularly those targeting individuals in New York.
Scammers often use tactics involving supposed fees and taxes to extract money from victims.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 months ago

'I feel very loved': Bed-Stuy cafe owner's $5,000 scam loss sparks community fundraiser * Brooklyn Paper

Taeli Kim, owner of Sonbul Café, lost over $5,000 to scammers impersonating his electric company but received overwhelming support through a fundraiser.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

Shomrim warns the Jewish community of recurring scam

The Jewish community in Crown Heights is targeted by a threatening email scam demanding money, utilizing personal details for intimidation.
fromIrish Independent
1 year ago
JavaScript

'A pre-loved designer handbag I bought online turned out to be fake'

Buying second-hand from a consumer entails fewer consumer rights, buyer beware principle applied.
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