Before joining paid survey sites, verify legitimacy: avoid upfront fees, protect personal data, check reviews and payout methods, and set realistic expectations about earnings.
Bank fraud still uses a mix of old and new techniques: cheque deposits, ATM skimming and trapping, insider identity theft, and authorized push payment (APP) scams. Protect yourself by securing cards and PINs, monitoring accounts, and reporting suspicious requests.
Practical, up-to-date guidance to reduce your risk of fraud when buying or selling on online auction sites and marketplaces.
Many online job listings are scams, but legitimate remote work and freelance opportunities exist. Learn red flags, vet employers, and use established platforms to reduce risk.
Advance-fee fraud (419) began with postal scams and evolved into email, social-media and cryptocurrency schemes. Young people still participate, but the platforms and tools have changed. Effective responses combine KYC and AML controls, platform reporting, law enforcement and community education.