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Better Business Bureau alerts consumers to phone scams Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 8:03AMNEW — 6 a.m. Sept. 1, 2010 Beware of scammers attempting to collect credit card information and personal identification numbers. The warning to Washington residents came from the Better Business Bureau, after Olympia and Lacey residents reported suspicious phone calls from unknown callers attempting to collect the sensitive data under the guise of verification purposes. The callers identify [...]
International Privacy and Security for 21st Century Global Citizens Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 5:40AMIMPORTANT WARNING: The contents of this report have been compiled in good faith by Investorsoffshore.com to provide assistance to investors, but do not constitute investment advice or recommendations.
Beware of ticket scams this football season Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:20PMThousands of people will be buying Green Bay Packer tickets this year, and Contact 6 has a warning about where you go looking for the best seat in the house.
Texas' Public Utility Commission considers preventing some nonpaying customers from switching electricity providers Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 10:14PMAccording to electricity company officials, it's a simple scam.
Texas PUC may keep debtors from switching power companies Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 9:27PMMICHAEL HOGUE/DMNThe PUC is considering a "switch-hold" rule to allow retailers to place holds on certain nonpaying customers. If a customer is in arrears and agrees to a payment plan or levelized billing, the retailer could place a switch-hold on the customer if he defaults. That means that even if the customer gets cut off, he couldn't buy electricity from anyone else until he pays the debt.
UK mortgage lending plunges to £86 million Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:49AMMortgage lending dived sharply in July as activity in the housing market remained subdued, figures showed today. Related Stories Surge in staged car crash scams Garages 'missing dangerous faults' Young women 'vulnerable to STIs' Sunseekers warned to be prepared UK mortgage lending plunges
UK mortgage lending plunges Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:23AMMortgage lending dived sharply in July as activity in the housing market remained subdued, figures showed today. Related Stories Surge in staged car crash scams Garages 'missing dangerous faults' Young women 'vulnerable to STIs' Sunseekers warned to be prepared UK mortgage lending plunges to £86 million
Phone scam uses credit union name as bait Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:15AMElgin officials gave some simple advice Monday to people who receive a phone call claiming to come from a financial institution and asking for personal bank account information: Hang up.
The Age gets bitten by puppy ad scam Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 9:57PMFairfax has been enticed into prominently promoting an infamous classifieds rip-off in the news section of The Age , with a fraud expert confirming to Crikey that the ad for female English bulldog puppies was almost certainly a scam.
Caller ID phone scams hit Yakima Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:20PMNEW The Better Business Bureau wants to warn you about suspicious phone calls being made from unknown callers targeting your personal and financial information.
Gift Card Reseller Establishes Community Watch Program to Thwart Fraud Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:05AMWith the increase in gift card popularity, GiftCardBin is aware that scams threaten the viability of the market and seeks to do its share in eliminating gift card fraud. GiftCardBin has established a simple system which allows users to anonymously submit suspicious activity. GiftCardBin will work with local law enforcement to pursue credible claims.
2 New Scams Hit Facebook Spamming Your Account Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:13AMThere are two new scams making the rounds on the popular social networking site Facebook.
Newsweek: Why the 44th president is no FDR Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:47AMUnited States - President - History - Newsweek - Barack Obama
How Obama Got Rolled by Wall Street Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:59AMWhy the 44th president is no FDR—and the economy is still in the doldrums.
Internet safety: Internet fraud cops give tips for secure browsing Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 2:10AMWILLOWS — Two law enforcement officers with a lot of experience in detecting and avoiding Internet fraud imparted their wisdom this week at a public forum in Willows.
BBB warns against 5 scams targeting senior citizens Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 12:50AMHONOLULU — Fraud targeting senior citizens is a growing concernas millions have fallen victim to scammers. BBB encourages familiesto keep the lines of communication open regarding finances and somecommon cons targeting senior citizens, a news release states.
Crime › Credit card scams targeting foreigners in Roppongi Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:13PMForeigners who visit restaurants and bars in Tokyo's Roppongi entertainment district are increasingly becoming the targets of credit card fraud in which they are charged…
Credit card scam targeting foreigners on rise in Roppongi Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:05PMForeigners who visit restaurants and bars in Tokyo's Roppongi entertainment district are increasingly becoming the targets of credit card fraud in which they are charged for payments they did not make. According to Azabu Police Station, which oversees the district, it has received more than 100 consultation requests from foreigners over such scams since last year, mostly involving people from ...
Telephone scam targets seniors Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 5:07AMThe Douglas County Sheriff's Office warned residents of a new version of a telephone scam. The phony caller claims to be a volunteer or employee of the Douglas County Senior Center soliciting funds on behalf of the center for the American Cancer Society.
Elaborate scam copies Delaware Lottery's identity Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:52AMScam artists have pilfered the Delaware Lottery logo and identity to try to trick people into wiring them money, Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden warned Friday.
Overseas scam uses ‘Delaware lottery’ to target victims Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:46PMAttorney General Beau Biden warned consumers Aug. 27 about a lottery scam that is circulating via email.
Overseas Scam Uses Delaware Lottery to Target Victims Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:31PMThe Delaware Attorney General's Office is warning consumers about a lottery scam that is circulating via e-mail.
Residents thwart common e-mail, phone scams Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:35AMA pair of area residents thwarted scammers recently and then called police, an example of Ross Countians being aware of signs of suspicious activity.
AG files suit against contractor Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:10AMAttorney General Lisa Madigan has filed a lawsuit in Jefferson County against an Irvington home repair and remodeling contractor alleging he defrauded consumers of more than $16,000.
5 ways to help avoid identity theft Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 5:00AMID theft can make a mess of your life. Learn how you may be accidentally giving away information.
Red Tape: Stealing from grandpa and grandma Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:13AMAmerica's vulnerable, graying population, and the concentration of wealth among older adults, has created a massive opportunity for fraud. Experts suspect that perhaps half a million elderly adults are ripped off by family members, lawyers and accountants every year, potentially taking $2.6 billion from infirm older Americans. United States - Old age - Fraud - Population - People
Public warned about two scams in region Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:07AMSAUGERTIES — Town police say they have received reports from several local businesses that they have received phone calls from a man falsely identifying himself as a detective from the town police and asking for credit card information to help in an investigation.
As identity thieves become more sophisticated, police work to keep pace Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:47AMIn difficult economic times, identity thieves continue to thrive, stealing billions of dollars from Americans each year.
Scambusters ready to tackle gangs cashing in on mortgage fraud Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 6:55PMA NEW team of fraud investigators is being trained to tackle the emerging threat of mortgage scams, identity theft and online crime.
Two scams: Two reverends, prize winnings, and free puppies Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 2:04PMIf it sounds too good to be true, it is.
Massive 'Fake AV' Attack Launched Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:44PMScareware campaign targets consumers' credit card information with bogus offers of free antivirus services, warns Sophos.
Police: Don't give out personal information over the telephone Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 8:45AMThe Elkins City Police Department wants to warn residents that the next time the phone rings, it could be a scam. According to Chief Rob White, his office usually receives one or two calls regarding phone scams every other week.
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THE SAVINGS GAME: Beware firms that charge fees before delivering service Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 12:22AMIt's better to negotiate directly with your creditors or seek advice from a local nonprofit credit counseling service.
Waltham Public Library lecture offers tips to avoid scams Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 11:29PMOccasionally Ron Haslam, of Waltham, finds e-mails in his inbox claiming to be from the FBI, saying he has won millions of dollars and the bureau has verified that the contest is legitimate.
Choices in Montgomery Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 10:37PMIN MONTGOMERY COUNTY, the Democratic primaries for the state legislature are notable this year for the number of tough challenges to entrenched incumbents. (There are no contested Republican primaries in Montgomery or, for that matter, GOP lawmakers in the county's lineup in Annapolis.) The compe... United States - Counties - Montgomery - Maryland - Politics
Dodd, DeLauro split on agency leader Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:25AMU.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-3, and outgoing U.S. Sen. Christopher Dodd, D-Conn., are at odds over the potential nomination of Elizabeth Warren to head the new consumer protection agency that was Warren’s idea.
Dispatches Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:11AMAuthorities say a bank teller is accused of stealing $2,100 so she could help her boyfriend settle a drug debt.
Humberto Cruz: Tough times trigger spike in consumer fraud Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 12:13PMA California woman deep in credit card debt turned to a debtsettlement company that immediately began deducting money from herbank account for its promised services.
Maine AG warns of credit card scam Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 10:11AMAUGUSTA — Maine Attorney General Janet Mills is warning of a new credit card scam that's targeting some residents. Southern Maine's PeoplesChoice Credit Union reports that scammers have been claiming to be from "PeoplesChoice Saving" and offering a credit card with a $2,000 line of credit.
Your inbox is full: 90 percent of e-mail is spam Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:29AM‘Zombie networks” of infected computers have become the driving force behind the growing epidemic of malicious e-mail spam, according to the companies that track it. Several software and search engine companies issue monthly or quarterly reports on spamming, which often produce contradictory findings. But It’s generally agreed that spam now accounts for well over 90 percent [...]
Credit card fraud warned in Maine Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 8:11AMMaine Attorney General Janet Mills is warning of a new credit card scam that's targeting some residents. Credit card - Business - Financial services - Credit Card Processing - Technology
Mainers Warned Of Credit Card Scam Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 7:50AMMaine Attorney General Janet Mills is warning of a new credit card scam that's targeting some residents.
Attorney general warns of new credit card scam in Maine Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 5:43AMAUGUSTA, Maine -- Maine Attorney General Janet Mills is warning of a new credit card scam that's targeting some residents. Southern Maine's PeoplesChoice Credit Union reports that scammers ...
Reader asks what to do about suspicious e-mails Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:20AMQUESTION: Liz V. has been receiving e-mails about customer orders that appear to be from a large Internet retailer, but she has not purchased anything.
Beware of e-mail scam Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:52AMFriday August 20, 2010 NORTH ADAMS -- The public is advised that a phony e-mail is circulating from a person claiming to be a well-known North Adams resident, Mary Ann Caproni, supposedly traveling in the United Kingdom and seeking funds to assist her. Caproni reported Thursday that she is home and just fine.
Scam: World Cup touts seek $3600 a 'ticket' Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 3:21PMAfter making a killing at the soccer World Cup in South Africa, global internet sharks are turning their sights on Auckland and next year's Rugby World Cup.Already, websites are offering tickets at two, three and even four times...
BBB warns of Reader's Digest sweepstakes scams Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 12:56PMThe Better Business Bureau warns that consumers should be on the lookout for fake Reader’s Digest sweepstakes.
World Cup ticket fraud expected Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 12:19PMAfter making a killing at the Football World Cup in South Africa, global internet sharks are turning their sights on next year's Rugby World Cup. read more
First Coast seniors get more help to avoid scams Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 11:53PMThere was a time when Mary Lindsey's trusting nature and fading sight led her to believe a contractor's promise that everything was going to be fine. "My philosophy," she said, "used to be, 'Three strikes and you're out.'" No more. Lindsey, 66, has gone totally blind since the January 2009 fire devastated her Westside Jacksonville home. But she doesn't need her eyes to see that things have gone ...