Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report, and recover from them.
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What To Know About Cryptocurrency and Scams
Confused about cryptocurrencies, like bitcoin or Ether (associated with Ethereum)? You’re not alone.
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Mobile Payment Apps: How To Avoid a Scam When You Use One
Mobile payment apps can be a convenient way to send and receive money with your smartphone.
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Want to work from home? Spot the scams first
These days, working from home is pretty common. It’s a win-win for both those hoping to avoid a commute, and companies looking for talent from all over the world.
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Did you get a text from your own number? That’s a scam
Scammers are always thinking up ways to put a new spin on their criminal tricks.
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Warning: Callers are impersonating FTC Commissioner Noah Phillips
You’re minding your business and the phone rings. If you don’t screen and ignore it, you answer — and the caller says he’s Commissioner Noah Phillips from the FTC. (He’s not.) He gives you a badge number (it’s fake), says there’s a warrant for your arrest (there’s not), and demands that you pay up (nope).
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