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10 signs that scammers have you in their sights

By Phil Muncaster — February 15th 2023 at 10:30

Don’t be their next victim – here’s a handy round-up of some the most common signs that should set your alarm bells ringing

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Are online surveys legit and safe? Watch out for survey scams

By Phil Muncaster — February 2nd 2023 at 10:30

“Can I tell a legitimate survey apart from a fake one?” is the single most important question you need to answer for yourself before taking any surveys online

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Tech support scammers are still at it: Here’s what to look out for in 2023

By Phil Muncaster — January 19th 2023 at 10:30

Hello, is it me you’re looking for? Fraudsters still want to help you 'fix' a computer problem you never had in the first place.

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Top 10 Venmo scams: Don’t fall for these common tricks

By Phil Muncaster — January 17th 2023 at 10:30

Here's what to know about some of the most common ploys that scammers use on the payment app

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10 tips to avoid Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams

By André Lameiras — November 24th 2022 at 10:30

It pays not to let your guard down during the shopping bonanza – watch out for some of the most common scams doing the rounds this holiday shopping season

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FIFA World Cup 2022 scams: Beware of fake lotteries, ticket fraud and other cons

By Juan Manuel Harán — November 11th 2022 at 10:30

When in doubt, kick it out, plus other tips for hardening your cyber-defenses against World Cup-themed phishing and other scams

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Trick or treat? Stay so cyber‑safe it’s scary – not just on Halloween

By André Lameiras — October 31st 2022 at 10:30

Gather around, folks, to learn about some of the ghastliest tricks used by criminals online and how you can avoid security horrors this Halloween and beyond

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Parcel delivery scams are on the rise: Do you know what to watch out for?

By Phil Muncaster — October 26th 2022 at 09:30

As package delivery scams that spoof DHL, USPS and other delivery companies soar, here’s how to stay safe not just this shopping season

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Don’t get scammed when buying tickets online

By Jake Moore — October 19th 2022 at 09:30

With hot-ticket events firmly back on the agenda, scammers selling fake tickets online have also come out in force

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10 common Zelle scams – and how to avoid them

By Phil Muncaster — October 12th 2022 at 09:30

Fraudsters use various tactics to separate people from their hard-earned cash on Zelle. Here’s how to keep your money safe while using the popular P2P payment service.

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TikShock: Don’t get caught out by these 5 TikTok scams

By Jake Moore — August 30th 2022 at 09:30

Are you aware of the perils of the world’s no. 1 social media? Do you know how to avoid scams and stay safe on TikTok?

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Don’t get singed by scammers while you’re carrying the torch for Tinder 

By André Lameiras — August 4th 2022 at 09:30

Are you on Tinder? With 75 million monthly active users, you might be able to find the right one. However there are also traps you need to look out for. Read more about catfishing, sextortion, phishing and other practices used by scammers.

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Cash App fraud: 10 common scams to watch out for

By Phil Muncaster — July 27th 2022 at 09:30

It pays to be careful – here’s how you can stay safe from fake giveaways, money flipping scams and other cons that fraudsters use to trick payment app users out of their hard-earned cash

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Driving to France this summer? Watch out for scam websites before you go

By Jake Moore — July 8th 2022 at 09:30

Scammers don't take the summer off – be on your guard when buying your Crit'Air sticker

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8 common Facebook Marketplace scams and how to avoid them

By Phil Muncaster — July 6th 2022 at 09:30

Here’s what to watch out for when buying or selling stuff on the online marketplace and how to tell if you’re being scammed

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Phishing scam poses as Canadian tax agency before Canada Day

By Rene Holt — July 1st 2022 at 14:36

The lead-up to the Canada Day festivities has brought a tax scam with it

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Costco 40th anniversary scam targets WhatsApp users

By Miguel Ángel Mendoza — June 30th 2022 at 09:30

If the promise of a cash prize in return for answering a few questions sounds like a deal that is too good to be true, that’s because it is

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