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Beware scam ATO text messages offering rebates or refunds

Scam text messages claim that a recipient can receive a refund or tax rebate from the Australian Tax Office (ATO)…

3 years ago
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11 romance scammers indicted in Texas for scamming elderly singles

Authorities in Texas have arrested 11 romance scammers tied to an organised crime syndicate operating out of Nigeria, the US…

3 years ago
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Beware spate of “free gift” text scams from AT&T, Verizon

Phone users should be aware of a spate of scam text messages claiming they are being rewarded a "little gift"…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Audacious scam as crooks pretend to be Michael Jackson

There are sinister scams. Then there are silly scams. And finally there are entirely nonsensical scams bordering on absurdity. And…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Watch out for “order PCR test” scam SMS text messages.

Those with mobile phones should be on the lookout for text SMS scams asking them to order a PCR test.…

3 years ago
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Beware scam emails claiming to offer free Bitcoin through donation scheme

Scammers are trying to lure victims through email into sending them cryptocurrency under the guise of an "Elon Musk mutual…

3 years ago
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How will “passwordless” logins work and what will it look like?

The passwordless revolution has begun. While passwords will most likely still be with us for many years to come, many…

3 years ago
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Watch out for fake Norton renewal emails. It’s a scam

Email users should watch out for a series of scam emails claiming they've been billed for a renewal order of…

3 years ago
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Here is how cloned influencer competition scams work on Instagram

Whether it's start-up companies begging for engagement, established brands looking to maintain a loyal audience, or even influencers giving away…

3 years ago
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5 common phone scams catching out victims in 2021

Scams that start with unsolicited phone calls are becoming increasingly common as many cyber-crooks are shying away from traditional phishing…

3 years ago