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Dennis Swender
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onto Calls for Action March 1, 2021 11:06 AM
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"Can't tell if a photo is fake or real? These methods will help you identify manipulated photos just by looking at them ..."
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"Salesmen, politicians, friends and family all have a stake in getting you to agree to their requests. Social psychology has determined the basic principles that govern getting to 'yes.'" Cialdini, Robert B. “The science of persuasion.” Scientific American, vol. 284, no. 2, 2001, pp. 76–81. JSTOR, http://www.jstor.org/stable/26059056. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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Add scammers to the above list.
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Try to get a small car but big insurance if you’re planning to drive through tight old European roads. Via Peter Mellow
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From avoiding recycling a password, even part of it, to two-step verification, steps to closing an open door for hackers Via Peter Mellow
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All of us are vulnerable to scams – it’s rooted in who we are as human beings. Recognising this is the first step to protecting ourselves. Via Peter Mellow
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Man, if anything needs the “now I get it” treatment, it’s Bitcoin. You hear about it all the time in financial and technical circles—but most people really don’t grasp it.
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An ABC NEWS Verify investigation has uncovered dozens of online clothing stores pretending to be high-end Australian fashion boutiques. Customers are sometimes shipped cheap, low-quality goods made in Asia, and sometimes, nothing at all. Via Peter Mellow
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'Lawsuits, like missiles and bombs, are tremendously destructive'...
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"Scammers are increasingly using deepfake tech to fraud people. Experts say awareness is key to prevent online scam ..." Via Leona Ungerer
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Want a chance of getting scam compensation from one of the big banks? There’s one simple rule to follow. Via Peter Mellow
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“ Discover key check fraud statistics that every bank should be aware of in this comprehensive list. Learn about the rise in check fraud incidents, criminal tactics, dark web involvement, financial losses, and the impact on consumers. Stay informed to bolster your defenses against check fraud.”
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“Card draining,” or stealing numbers from poorly packaged unsold gift cards and then spending the balance before a consumer who buys it can, is one of the costliest and most common scams. States are trying to combat it.
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In response to the proliferation of sweatshop-style online scam centres in South-East Asia, individual volunteers and groups have stepped up — often at great personal risk. Via Peter Mellow
wilfredjudge103@gmail.com's comment,
May 16, 2024 8:25 PM
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Do yourself a favor: Be crime smart. Getting educated and taking a few basic steps may well keep you from becoming a victim of crime and fraud—and save you a great deal of time and trouble. You can also help protect your families and communities by reporting suspicious activities and helping find wanted fugitives and missing kids.
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There’s a new AI twist on a travel scam that has fooled people for years. Here’s what you need to know. Via Peter Mellow
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Police say they have received a number of reports of these scams in the last six months. Via Peter Mellow
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An imagined town in Peru, an Eiffel tower in Beijing: travellers are increasingly using tools like ChatGPT for itinerary ideas – and being sent to destinations that don't exist. Via Peter Mellow
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On one occasion, I felt so intimidated by a driver I was fearful the whole way home. What had I done? I’d questioned the route he was taking. Via Peter Mellow
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Sarah and Laine Robinson were one day away from moving into their forever home when it was taken from them. They're telling their story to warn others of sophisticated and difficult-to-spot scams on the rise in Australia. Via Peter Mellow
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In the first half (H1) of 2024, 4.6% of all attempted digital transactions where the consumer was located in Kenya.
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Partially censored data suggests fraudsters are finding certain banks much easier targets than others. Via Peter Mellow
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Annuities are often marketed as part of a smart retirement plan. The biggest selling point is guaranteed income. You pay the insurance company, and in return, they pay you for the rest of your life. You may even be able to retire early. However, there are many details about this financial instrument that you need to understand before you invest a chunk of your retirement savings. Let’s examine how annuities work and why you may want one.….Story continues… Via Online Marketing
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Have you gotten a letter that says, “You may be entitled to compensation”? I get a bunch. One claimed my union (New York State forced me to join) probably cheated me on medical insurance. I didn’t think they did, but I filled out the forms.
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Elder Justice Initiative Home About Elder Abuse Physical Abuse Psychological Abuse Financial Exploitation Neglect & Abandonment Sexual Abuse Red Flags of Elder Abuse State Elder Abuse Flyers Find Help Near You News Financial Exploitation Prosecutors Law Enforcement Victim Specialists MDT TAC...
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There’s no question that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the tool that can swindle millions.
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Many products promise a quick path to weight loss, but few work. Dr. Mikhail Varshavski, better known as Dr. Mike, offers tips about food, weight and misinformation. Via Peter Mellow
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