Stay ahead of the fraudsters: Tips to avoid being fooled
On a regular basis, we inform as many people as possible about the moves and tricks of fraudsters. Our experts stay updated on the latest trends and create pods, articles, lists, and quizzes to reach a wide audience.
Last, but not least, we would recommend reading about both love scams and investment fraud. Both romance and investment fraud are crimes that exploit strong feelings and to spot and stop them it’s important to nip them in the bud.
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A parcel is on its way – but is it yours?
Last year Postnord alone delivered millions of parcels during Black Week. There are numerous delivery companies and sometimes when you get a parcel from abroad, you need to pay customs duty. That’s why it’s important to stop and think carefully when you receive a text message claiming that your delivery is on its way.
Pump and dump – scams where you’re urged to buy low-value shares
Pump and dump is a type of investment fraud involving bad deals. There is a real share with a real value – but by manipulating the market, fraudsters make money by luring people into a bad investment. Protect yourself by understanding how it works.
Lately a more sophisticated method for creating fake ads has emerged. Celebrities appear in videos where they strongly promote an investment opportunity. But the purpose is to trick people into investing their money in castles in the sky.