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… multiple reports of phishing scams sent via email or text message that claim to be providing official … . “Understandably, people want information on the pandemic, but they should be wary of emails or text messages … fears around coronavirus and selling products claiming to prevent or cure the virus. Australians should…
… financial companies or banks and claim to offer government/Treasury bonds or fixed term deposits. Scamwatch data also shows scam contact methods are changing with text message up 54 per cent between 1 January … text message or phone call from someone offering you an opportunity to invest, it is likely a scam…
… such as falsely selling coronavirus-related products online, and using fake emails or text messages to try … about the coronavirus, being sent by text, social media and email products claiming to be a vaccine or cure for the coronavirus investment scams claiming coronavirus has created opportunities. … or click on links in emails, text messages or social media messages you’ve received from strangers — just press delete. Never respond to unsolicited messages and calls that ask for personal or financial details…
… is fake parcel delivery notifications via text message or email. “Australia Post will never ask you … a fake item or nothing at all.” “They also post fake ads on classified websites, often claiming…
… that consumers are receiving scam emails and text messages purportedly from UNICEF. The emails offer fake employment opportunities while text messages claim that the receiver has been awarded £1 million … laundering, which is illegal in Australia. SCAMwatch has also been advised that fake UNICEF text messages are…
…, and scammers are now using the COVID-19 pandemic to claim higher transportation costs to get across closed … , as you’re likely to be dealing with a scammer if you find matching images or text on multiple websites,” Ms…
… victims claiming to be a stock broker or investment portfolio manager and offer a ‘hot tip’ or inside … them no matter how legitimate they sound. Hang up the phone, or delete the email or text. If you’re…
… companies will never email, call or text you asking for personal or financial information or a payment. Many delivery companies have apps where you can track your parcels rather than clicking on links in messages…