How to protect against scams when buying and selling online on Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree
When Savannah listed her old iPhone for sale on Facebook Marketplace, she didn’t expect any trouble. The single mum has been selling on the platform for years and always followed Facebook’s official advice — never giving out her real address and meeting in open, public spaces for exchange. Savannah was conscious that the high price […]
What is a digital footprint? How to erase online information, protect yourself from phishing, identity theft and scams
CHICAGO (WLS) — Think about all the times you have handed over personal information. It is scattered across hundreds of companies and databases. Now, the ABC7 I-Team is finding out how you can now erase this information to avoid becoming a scam victim. You can do this on your own, and there are services to […]
How To Spot A Labubu Scam As Fake ‘Lafufus’ Cost Customers Hundreds Of Dollars
Topline The Better Business Bureau issued a warning to online shoppers after dozens of people reported they’ve fallen for scams when trying to buy popular Labubu dolls online and, in some cases, lost hundreds of dollars. Labubu pendants on their shoulder bags. dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Key Facts The BBB Scam Tracker has 76 […]
Impersonation fraud: One phone call and your bank account, personal identity all gone; learn how to identify it and be safe
Just one unexpected phone call that you choose to answer can make you a scam victim. This type of scam is called ‘impersonation scam.’ In this scenario, the scammer pretends to be police officers, judicial authorities, or even employees of your company, claiming that you have broken some law or that there are some problems […]
How to get through to people who need a financial wake-up call – Diana Clement
Sometimes, sadly, people need to ‘bottom out’ before the wake-up happens, and they can make radical changes to the way they live, said Tom Hartmann, Sorted’s personal finance lead. That doesn’t mean that caring contacts can’t try. Approach the conversation with empathy, not judgment. If you didn’t care, you wouldn’t be involved – and showing […]
Scammers are targeting Ticketek accounts. Here’s how to protect your concert tickets
Dozens of Billie Eilish fans have had their tickets stolen from their accounts in what is an increasingly common occurrence when major artists come to Australia. Fans have reported having their online accounts breached and the details on their tickets changed before being sold on. In some cases, fans didn’t realise their tickets were gone […]
How To Avoid Malicious Meme Coins
Meme coins seem like fun but they are extremely volatile, even for crypto. Even worse is the risk of being scammed. getty Trading cute and silly meme coins may fun, but the platforms these crypto lottery tickets trade on are often infested with dangerous sharks. Blockchain analytics firm Webacy specializes in sniffing out meme coin […]
How to know if your accommodation booking is a scam
Online platforms can make it easier and cheaper to organise travel on your own, but an increase in accommodation scams puts a damper on the shiny promise. With the news of booking.com scams leaving travellers out in the cold, here’s how to check if your accommodation booking is legitimate, and how to avoid being scammed […]
How to protect your investments amidst growing concerns? 6 key lessons from Groww’s incident
The recent backlash faced by the financial services platform Groww serves as a stark reminder of the potential risks associated with digital investment platforms. A user accused Groww of fraudulent practices after an investment made through the app allegedly failed to reflect accurately in mutual fund records during redemption. This incident has not only raised […]
Coles and Telstra loyalty point phishing scams are circulating. Here’s how to spot one
Ever received a text asking you to click on a link to stop your loyalty or reward points expiring? It’s likely to be a scam. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (AMCA) has reported a sharp rise in shopping points and rewards-based SMS scams, and is warning customers to be vigilant. Here are some of […]