The first line of defense between your online identity and hackers who would scam and defraud you is your password. Making sure you’ve got good password protection on all of your accounts is a major factor in keeping your online identity safe and protected. If you’re not putting the right …
Read MoreThe BBB is warning people to watch out for scams online, especially now that Prime Day is here. While Amazon has its big celebration of deals and savings, scammers are looking to cash in on the rush. Everything from phishing attempts to scam websites could be looking to part you …
Read MoreThe popular chat app WhatsApp has been the target of an ongoing and frustrating scam, experts warn. The scam is simple, straightforward, and has been around for years. It also continues to catch otherwise-savvy victims. Read on for info on how to avoid this common and frustrating WhatsApp scam. How …
Read MoreOnline job listings are the most common way for people to find new careers in the modern era. However, there are some scams out there that prey on people looking for gainful employment. This is sad, but not surprising: people in need of a good job often aren’t as critical …
Read MoreValentine’s Day is around the corner, which means it’s time for romantic dinners, red boxes of chocolates, and, of course, flower deliveries. However, wannabe Romeos and Juliets should be on the lookout for a particularly nasty flower delivery scam that could put a damper on their romantic endeavors. What’s the …
Read MoreWe recently issued a warning for a number of common holiday scams. However, that article hardly covered all of the common types of scams you could encounter this holiday season. If you’re trying to stay vigilant and on the lookout for scams, be wary of these common ways thieves and …
Read MoreAs we approach the 2020 election, scammers are working hard for their own nefarious ends. The National Intelligence Agency revealed this week that foreign actors from Iran accessed public registration records to target voters with fraudulent emails. “We have already seen Iran sending spoofed emails designed to intimidate voters, incite …
Read MoreWith the Democratic primaries in full swing, each presidential hopeful is touring the United States, promising to improve the lives of its citizens – and most importantly, asking for financial contributions. It costs crazy amounts of money to launch and maintain a presidential campaign, so candidates depend on voter funds …
Read MoreJohn Ernest received a call one night last winter inquiring whether or not his father, Dean, who was living in a nursing home at the time, was experiencing any back pain. The person on the other end of the line, claiming he was calling on behalf of Medicare, offered John’s …
Read MoreEvery year, Amazon offers up some of its best deals on Prime Day. The shopping frenzy that ensues is like a mini-Black Friday, with customers competing to get the best prices. Unfortunately, Prime Day isn’t just a big deal for consumers–it’s an opportunity for scammers, too. Biggest Prime Day Ever? …
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