Scammers are tricking more people into buying gift cards
Scammers are tricking more people into buying gift cards
by Cristina Miranda, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC
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According to the newest Data Spotlight, 40,000 people reported losing a whopping $148 million in gift cards to scammers during the first nine months of 2021.
by Bridget Small, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC
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Scammers are looking for people to help them move stolen money. They visit online dating, job search, and social media sites, create fake stories, and make up reasons to send you money, usually by check or Bitcoin.
Keep your personal information safe in the New Year
Keep your personal information safe in the New Year
by Jim Kreidler, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC
As 2021 winds down, lots of us are making resolutions for a fresh start in the New Year — maybe to exercise regularly, get our finances in order, or spend more time with friends.