When you tell us about a scam, it helps us investigate scammers. But it also helps us warn other people about the scam – so they can avoid it.Our partners at US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) told us about a new twist on a common phone scam: scammers are calling immigrants in the US – but this time, the scammers are pretending to be from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Learn More about Scam calls to immigrants
Archives for May 2017
Fake Emails Could Cost You Thousands
Think you got an email from a business you know? Scammers sometimes use emails that look legit to trick you into sending money to them. The email might say it’s from a real estate professional you’re working with, telling you there’s a last-minute change and you should now wire your closing costs to a different account. Or it could seem to be an email – with an invoice – from your utility company, Learn More about Fake Emails Could Cost You Thousands
Safe Surfing 101: How To Protect Your Kids On The Internet
Your kids are growing up in the age of technology. They likely spend hours on electronic devices, and use the Internet for various purposes from homework to social networking to learning about hobbies to listening to music or watching videos, and much more. Technology is no doubt a useful learning tool for children of all ages, but certain aspects, especially the Internet, can be scary and even Learn More about Safe Surfing 101: How To Protect Your Kids On The Internet
Smart Mobile Security Tips for Shopping Online
As the holiday season approaches, and an overall increase in mobile phone usage, hackers are on the prowl for your data during what should be the most wonderful time of the year. To combat cybercriminals this holiday season, we are sharing the following mobile security tips for safe online shopping: When browsing or shopping on your phone, always look for "https" in the URL instead of "http." Learn More about Smart Mobile Security Tips for Shopping Online
Check your financial heartbeat
Give Your Financial Goals A Checkup This Spring After a long winter, and an indulgent holiday season, many of us are ready to get back in shape and regain control of our waistlines. This process may even include an annual check-up with your family doctor. With its fresh starts and new beginnings, the spring is also a good time to get a read on the pulse of your finances and restore their Learn More about Check your financial heartbeat
FTC Protecting Small Businesses
Protecting Small Businesses As a small business owner, you have a lot on your mind. You can’t afford to lose time or money to scammers or a compromised network. We can help you avoid scams, protect your computers and networks, keep your customers’ data safe – and protect your bottom line. You also can find out what the FTC is doing to protect small businesses. Click Here Federal Trade Learn More about FTC Protecting Small Businesses
Romance Scams
Online Imposters Break Hearts and Bank Accounts Don’t Become a Victim of a Romance Scam The criminals who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do. They spend hours honing their skills and sometimes keep journals on their victims to better understand how to manipulate and exploit them. “Behind the veil of romance, it’s a criminal enterprise like any other,” said Special Agent Learn More about Romance Scams