Scam news
Here are some recent scam news stories:
1. Facebook Scam: Facebook has been warning users about a new scam that involves fake messages claiming to be from the social media platform's customer support team. The scam asks users to provide their login credentials or financial information. (Source: TechCrunch)
2. IRS Phone Scam: The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning about a phone scam where scammers claim to be from the IRS and demand payment for outstanding taxes. The IRS never initiates contact by phone, and you should never give out personal or financial information to someone claiming to be from the IRS. (Source: IRS.gov)
3. Netflix Scam: A new scam is targeting Netflix users, claiming that their account has been suspended due to suspicious activity. The scam asks users to provide their login credentials or credit card information to reactivate their account. (Source: CNET)
4. Amazon Scam: Scammers are using fake Amazon emails and texts to trick users into revealing their login credentials or financial information. The emails and texts claim that there is an issue with your account or that you need to update your payment information. (Source: Amazon)
5. Robocall Scam: A new robocall scam is targeting seniors, claiming to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and threatening to suspend their benefits if they don't provide personal information. The SSA never initiates contact by phone, and you should never give out personal information to someone claiming to be from the SSA. (Source: AARP)
6. Cryptocurrency Scam: A new cryptocurrency scam is targeting investors, claiming to offer high returns on investments in fake cryptocurrencies. The scam involves convincing investors to send money to fake cryptocurrency wallets. (Source: Forbes)
7. Fake Online Job Scam: Scammers are targeting job seekers with fake online job offers, claiming to be from reputable companies. The scam involves asking job seekers to pay a fee for training or equipment, or to provide personal information. (Source: CareerBuilder)
8. Fake Charity Scam: Scammers are targeting donors with fake charity appeals, claiming to be from reputable charities. The scam involves asking donors to send money to fake charity accounts. (Source: Charity Navigator)
9. Fake Tech Support Scam: Scammers are targeting computer users with fake tech support offers, claiming to be from reputable tech companies. The scam involves asking users to pay for fake technical support services or to provide personal information. (Source: PCMag)
10. Fake Government Grant Scam: Scammers are targeting individuals with fake government grant offers, claiming to be from government agencies. The scam involves asking individuals to pay a fee for grant applications or to provide personal information. (Source: Federal Trade Commission)
Remember to always be cautious when receiving unsolicited messages or calls, and never give out personal or financial information to someone you don't know.