Scam awareness

Common scam types and how to respond

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Scammers pose as police or law enforcement and pressure victims into urgent payment or account access.

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Fake QR codes, manipulated payment screens and spoofed confirmations can trick victims into approving transfers.

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Fraudsters may ask for the OTP, claiming it is required to secure or verify an account.

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Fake banking, email or messaging content lures reader to links that steal login credentials and private data.

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Advance fee fraud and fake lending promises can deceive individuals seeking urgent financial help.

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Fake hiring messages often require upfront payments or share personal data before a role exists.