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How to Protect the Elderly from Scams
For years, con artists have preyed on the elderly. These scams often come in the form of a scammer contacting an elderly person claiming to be their grandchild and in trouble with a desperate need for money. This is the traditional grandparent scam, and it dates back to as long as home phones have been around.
Tips for Safe Online Purchases
Have you recently bought something online or paid for a service? With the convenience of online shopping, it's become almost second nature for many of us. But while it's easy to click 'buy', ensuring your online transactions are safe and secure is necessary.
Tax Season Safety Tips
Tax season brings with it the potential for fraud. The IRS flagged over 1 million tax returns for potential identity theft during the 2023 tax season, as reported by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. By March 2, 2023, the IRS had identified almost 1.1 million tax returns as potentially fraudulent, emphasizing the need for vigilance.
Securing Your Holiday Travel Itinerary: Protecting Personal Data on Booking Websites
The holiday season witnesses a surge in travel, with millions of people taking to the skies, roads, and railways to visit loved ones or embark on winter getaways. However, this peak travel season also witnesses a surge in cyber threats, as hackers take advantage of the increased online activity.
Digital Holiday Gifting: Securing Virtual Presents and E-cards
In today's digital age, our holiday traditions have undergone a transformation. More and more people are turning to online platforms for their gift-giving needs.