Pig butchering scams: The anatomy of a fast‑growing threat
How fraudsters groom their marks and move in for the kill using tricks from the playbooks of romance and investment scammers
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SVB’s collapse is a scammer’s dream: Don’t get caught out
How cybercriminals can exploit Silicon Valley Bank's downfall for their own ends – and at your expense
5 signs you’ve fallen for a scam – and what to do next
Here’s how to know you have fallen victim to a scam – and what to do in order to undo or mitigate the damage.
Common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them
Here's a roundup of some of the most common tricks that fraudsters use to dupe their victims on WhatsApp – and what you can do to protect yourself against them.
10 signs that scammers have you in their sights
Don’t be their next victim – here’s a handy round-up of some the most common signs that should set your alarm bells ringing
Are online surveys legit and safe? Watch out for survey scams
“Can I tell a legitimate survey apart from a fake one?” is the single most important question you need to answer for yourself before taking any surveys online
Tech support scammers are still at it: Here’s what to look out for in 2023
Hello, is it me you’re looking for? Fraudsters still want to help you 'fix' a computer problem you never had in the first place.
Top 10 Venmo scams: Don’t fall for these common tricks
Here's what to know about some of the most common ploys that scammers use on the payment app
10 tips to avoid Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams
It pays not to let your guard down during the shopping bonanza – watch out for some of the most common scams doing the rounds this holiday shopping season
FIFA World Cup 2022 scams: Beware of fake lotteries, ticket fraud and other cons
When in doubt, kick it out, plus other tips for hardening your cyber-defenses against World Cup-themed phishing and other scams
Trick or treat? Stay so cyber‑safe it’s scary – not just on Halloween
Gather around, folks, to learn about some of the ghastliest tricks used by criminals online and how you can avoid security horrors this Halloween and beyond
Parcel delivery scams are on the rise: Do you know what to watch out for?
As package delivery scams that spoof DHL, USPS and other delivery companies soar, here’s how to stay safe not just this shopping season
Don’t get scammed when buying tickets online
With hot-ticket events firmly back on the agenda, scammers selling fake tickets online have also come out in force
10 common Zelle scams – and how to avoid them
Fraudsters use various tactics to separate people from their hard-earned cash on Zelle. Here’s how to keep your money safe while using the popular P2P payment service.
TikShock: Don’t get caught out by these 5 TikTok scams
Are you aware of the perils of the world’s no. 1 social media? Do you know how to avoid scams and stay safe on TikTok?
Don’t get singed by scammers while you’re carrying the torch for Tinder
Are you on Tinder? With 75 million monthly active users, you might be able to find the right one. However there are also traps you need to look out for. Read more about catfishing, sextortion, phishing and other practices used by scammers.
Cash App fraud: 10 common scams to watch out for
It pays to be careful – here’s how you can stay safe from fake giveaways, money flipping scams and other cons that fraudsters use to trick payment app users out of their hard-earned cash
Driving to France this summer? Watch out for scam websites before you go
Scammers don't take the summer off – be on your guard when buying your Crit'Air sticker
8 common Facebook Marketplace scams and how to avoid them
Here’s what to watch out for when buying or selling stuff on the online marketplace and how to tell if you’re being scammed
Phishing scam poses as Canadian tax agency before Canada Day
The lead-up to the Canada Day festivities has brought a tax scam with it