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Fake & Counterfeit Products

Guides 20 Jun 2022

Real or Fake Apple Watch? 8 Ways to Tell the Difference

Although a lot of work has been done to remove counterfeit Apple products from shelves and online stores, fake Apple watches are still easy to come by.

Real vs. Fake Jordans: 7 Easy Ways to Spot Fake Nikes

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How to Tell if Nikes Are Fakes: From Tags to the Stitching

Nike is one of the biggest brands targeted by counterfeiters and scammers—be extra careful with Nike products from non-official retailers as you could end up with a fake.

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How to Buy the Real Baby Yoda Doll & Avoid These Fakes

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Real vs. Fake Apple Power Adapters: 4 Signs of a Replica

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Scams 5 Oct 2022

The Real Cost of Publishers Clearing House Scam Calls

Fabulous wealth and life-changing prizes aren't always what's to be expected after receiving a call from PCH—it could just be a scam to steal your information and money.

CircleCI Phishing Email: Attempt to Obtain Login Credentials

Free Netflix for a Year: Don't Believe the Hype, It's a Scam

FedEx Text Scam: Fake Delivery Alerts & Notifications

FedEx is warning customers of a fake text alert going around regarding an issue with a delivery. Learn how to avoid this tricky scam.

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Beat eBay Scams and Stay Safe When Shopping Online

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Beware of Social Security Scam Calls and Robocalls

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Over 1.4 million Americans reported being victims of identity theft in 2021. With the rapid rise of identity theft, it is now more likely that you will become a victim of identity theft than to have your car stolen.

Health Insurance Spam Calls: What You Need to Know

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Optus Data Breach - One of the Worst Cyberattacks in Australia

Hackers have gained access to 9.8 million customer records from Optus in Australia, exposing personal information such as driver licence, medicare and passport details.

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Unemployment Fraud: How It Works & How to Stay Safe

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How to Place an Experian Fraud Alert: Online, Call, or By Mail

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Banking & Finance

Scams 6 Sep 2022

Real Chase Fraud Text Alert or Scam Message?

If you receive a text message from Chase Bank, don't click on any links or call the phone number listed—it could be a scam designed to steal your information and money.