Romance scams are a growing concern that can leave individuals emotionally and financially devastated. These scams often begin online through dating apps or social media platforms, where scammers exploit the desire for love and companionship. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in 2023 alone, victims reported losing a staggering $1.3 billion to romance scams. […]
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So you can enjoy giving and receiving Gift cards can be a convenient present for the holidays and special occasions. While they seem simple, it is important that both the giver and the recipient read the details for each card to avoid any misunderstandings, and there might be additional policies set by the merchant or bank issuing
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Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $10
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Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal or financial information to commit fraud or other crimes. They may gain unauthorized access to your Social Security number, credit or debit cards, passport, checks, driver’s license, or other sensitive information. Watch for these signs of identity theft: If you think you are a victim of identity
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Introduction In recent years, a troubling investment scam known as the “Pig Butchering” scheme has emerged, targeting victims with false promises and cryptocurrency transactions. Understanding the Scam The Pig Butchering scam operates by enticing victims to invest cryptocurrency with promises of high returns. Initially, small investments are encouraged, but as trust is built, scammers persuade
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How do criminals identify their targets? Scammers target anyone and everyone they can. They rely on researching details that are readily available on the internet, especially information on social media and dating apps. How does the scam start? Criminals typically create fake profiles and reach out to people via WhatsApp, Facebook, Tinder or other dating
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Email Scams Scams come in many forms, such as “phishing” emails, fraudulent text messages, and phone calls. These all have the same goal – the unauthorized use of your information. It is very important for you to know that Ireland Bank will NEVER ask you to send your account information over email. Do not reply to
