Scams Relating to Shopping & Retail
Wait! That Walmart Giveaway Text May be a Scam!
Fake texts are being sent to consumers claiming a hefty sum is waiting for them on a Walmart gift card, but falling for this scam puts you at risk of identity theft.
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.
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.
CircleCI Phishing Email: Attempt to Obtain Login Credentials
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.
Truist Text Alert: How to Identify a Real Text from a Scam
You may think that that Truist have sent you a text alert about your account. Here's how to check if it is actually a scam.
Free Netflix for a Year: Don't Believe the Hype, It's a Scam
Netflix has never offered a free subscription for an entire year. If you receive this offer from "Netflix," it's a scam.
Received an Amazon OTP Text? It Could Be a Scam
If you received an Amazon OTP text message out of the blue, it could be a sign that someone else is trying to log into your account.
How to Beat Airbnb Payment Scams That Can Leave You Stranded
When booking your next travel destination via Airbnb, be sure to always pay using the site's online system, or you could be scammed out of your money.
Free PayPal Money Scams: Don't Believe the Hype, It's a Scam
Multiple free money scams that easily fall under the “too good to be true” scams that target loyal PayPal users with promises of free PayPal money.
Guides Relating to Shopping & Retail
How to View Your Amazon Archived Orders & Hide Search History
If you share your account with multiple users, archiving your past orders is a good way to keep others from seeing your orders and ruining a surprise or seeing private orders.
Refurbished iPhones: They're Cheaper, But Are They Worth It?
If you need a new iPhone but don't want to pay close to $1,000 for one of the latest models, you may want to check out refurbished models—you could save yourself hundreds of dollars.
Protect Yourself from Black Friday Scams: Quick & Easy Tips
Black Friday may be a great time to snag some deals, but it's also a prime time to be scammed.
7 Easy & Effective Ways to Stop Porch Pirates
With online shopping on the rise, these 7 tips and tricks can help you stop porch pirates from stealing your packages this holiday season.
How Safe are Discount Foods That Have Almost Expired?
Discount food is usually priced as such because the expiration date is nearing, but how safe is the food that stores are desperately trying to get off the shelves?
News Relating to Shopping & Retail
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.
Roe vs. Wade Overturned: Abortion Rights in Your State
Find out what the overturning of Roe vs. Wade means for abortion rights in your state.
Searches for "COVID Vaccine 5G" Hit All-Time High, But Microchips Definitely Not in Vaccine
The number of people searching for the term "COVID vaccine 5G" on Google has just hit an all-time high, but there's one way to be sure that there are no microchips.
Social Media: The New Favorite Amongst Scammers
Social media platforms are possibly the most used tools in committing fraud, responsible for $770 million in losses.
Beware When Scanning QR Codes, Even for Menus
The FBI is warning Americans about a new scam circulating in the country involving fraudulent QR codes in public places.