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The ‘worrying trend’ that puts you at risk of identity fraud

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The Independent UK

Urgent warning issued to people selling their identities online

People are selling their own identities, typically on the promise of attractive financial opportunities

The Independent UK

‘Worrying trend’ of people selling their identities, says fraud prevention body

AI has ‘supercharged’ fraud threats, according to Cifas, whose members include banking, retail, insurance, and telecoms bodies.

Evening Standard

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Mobile phone users warned to ‘stop before you tap’ amid malicious apps threat

Malicious apps may mimic legitimate tools to steal banking details.

Evening Standard

Cybersecurity experts on the phone updates everyone should ignore

A ‘surge’ in Android malware is being downloaded via unexpected updates or ‘strange’ app requests

The Independent UK

Thousands of young people exploited to launder money – report

Victims are manipulated through coercive tactics such as threats, The Children’s Society warned.

Evening Standard

Identity scams fuel record number of reports to fraud database

Personal store cards, bank accounts and mobile phone accounts have been among the key targets for fraudsters, Cifas said.

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‘Horrendous’: the ‘ridiculously common’ lies people tell on CVs, and what happens when they are discovered

Fake reasons for leaving jobs, manipulated dates and inflated titles among most frequent falsehoods

The Guardian - UK

Criminals offering fake help with fuel bills in digital wallet scam

The mobile phone scam, which could also involve fake notifications about parcels not being delivered, has links to international crime groups.

Evening Standard

'I Put $50K in a Shoe Box and Gave it to a Stranger': New York Financial Columnist Scammed

As fraud crimes continue to rise, Financial Columnist Charlotte Cowles lost $50,000 in an organised and elaborate swindle.

International Business Times UK

‘Harmless’ fraud soars in UK amid cost of living crisis

Growing numbers are giving false information to obtain money, new study shows

The Guardian - UK

What is money muling and why is it vital parents warn their children about the dangers?

All families need to be aware of money muling and the warning signs to look out for. By Vicky Shaw.

The Independent UK

Banks should be clearer on how customers can challenge account closures – Which?

The consumer group has offered some suggestions on what banking customers can do if they find their bank account has been closed.

The Independent UK

‘Fifth of suspected money mule cases involve under-21s’

People under the age of 21 account for 23% of cases with intelligence indicative of money mule behaviour on the Cifas national fraud database.

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The Independent UK

Innocent people losing bank accounts thanks to AI, lawyer warns

Systems designed to protect against fraud are seeing innocent people’s bank accounts closed down with little warning.

Evening Standard

Clop Cyberattack latest: How to protect yourself if you fall prey to online hackers

If you’re a victim of a cyberattack or data breach, assume your data has been given to cybercriminals and follow these steps to limit the damage

Daily Record

New cost of living scam warning issued to everyone paying a monthly mobile phone bill

Fraudsters are also targeting WhatsApp and LinkedIn users.

Daily Record

Cost of living crisis sparks rise in online shoppers committing non-delivery fraud in last 12 months

One in five admitted that they or someone they know has falsely claimed a refund for a purchase.

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The Guardian - UK

Facebook message persuaded me to hand fraudsters my personal details

I pulled out before giving any bank or card numbers, but how can I protect myself now?

Manchester Evening News

Warning issued to all shoppers ahead of Black Friday

Scammers are searching for easy targets amid eager Black Friday shoppers

Evening Standard

World Cup and Black Friday being exploited by scammers

Hopeful purchasers of tickets for the tournament in Qatar, 2023 concerts and Black Friday shoppers are being targeted in a surge in scams

The Independent UK

World Cup and Black Friday ‘seen by scammers as opportunities to strike’

Hopeful purchasers of tickets for the World Cup and 2023 concerts are being targeted, as well as Black Friday shoppers, Cifas warned.

Wales Online

Job seekers who lie on their CVs risk getting a criminal record, say fraud experts

But what may seem a harmless exaggeration can lead to other offences including bribery, employee theft, blackmail and extortion, fraud watchdog warns

Chronicle Live

The latest scams being used by fraudsters to con people out of their cash or personal details

Fraud prevention experts have given advice on scams such as fake Currys phishing emails, cons targeting students and job offer scams

Daily Record

New energy bill refund scam warning and four fake Ofgem email addresses to watch out for

Dangerous phishing emails are getting past spam filters and landing in more inboxes.

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