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Bank transfer fraud: why scammers want to steal your identity
Fraudsters using stolen details to open impostor bank accounts is an increasingly prevalent form of crime. In September, we reported on the tactics criminals are using to commit identity fraud and open...
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Over 55s more likely to report fly-tipping than fraud
Members of the public are more likely to alert authorities to illegal fly-tipping than to pitches from investment fraudsters, according to a new survey. The research, conducted by Yougov on behalf of...
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FCA’s biggest ever consumer survey: the 5 things you need to know
In one of the biggest pieces of consumer personal finance research in history, the Financial Conduct Authority quizzed almost 13,000 individuals on the state of their finances – including how they...
View ArticleCan you spot a copycat website?
A Which? investigation published today reveals how a crackdown on ‘copycat’ websites – which look like their official counterparts but charge extra for doing little or nothing – has failed to stop the...
View ArticleCash Converters ‘receives ransom demand’ over UK data breach
Pawnbroker and high street lender Cash Converters has been hit by a data breach, with UK customer information including personal details, partial credit card numbers and passwords feared stolen. The...
View ArticleLost money to scammers via Western Union? How to claim your refund
Victims duped into paying fraudsters via money transfer service Western Union can now claim a refund, thanks to a major US settlement. After the Colorado-based firm admitted ‘anti money-laundering and...
View ArticleBanks slammed for failing to tackle online fraud
Banks, the government and some police forces are failing in their duty to fight the growing scourge online fraud, according to an influential group of MPs. In a critical report which drew on several...
View ArticleFacebook cryptocurrency virus: what you need to know
A virus spreading across Facebook Messenger is responsible for turning computers into cryptocurrency miners, according to security experts. The malware, known as ‘Digmine’, infects the computer through...
View Article‘HMRC’ scam texts blocked after fraud crackdown
Tough action to prevent fraudulent ‘HMRC’ texts ever reaching victims’ phones has seen a 90% reduction in reports of the scam, the revenue body says. HMRC has revealed it’s been working with ‘partners’...
View ArticleSix Nations Rugby fans lose up to £10,000 as ticketing firm vanishes
More than 80 victims have allegedly been defrauded out of thousands of pounds each after buying hospitality tickets for the Six Nations rugby tournament from an unauthorised seller, Which? can...
View ArticleID theft soars as millennials targeted by fraudsters
Young people are increasingly falling victim to scams, as new data reveals the number of identity-fraud victims aged under 21 has climbed by 30% – so how can you protect yourself? Identity theft occurs...
View ArticleAsk an expert: how do I protect my card details on holiday?
Each week, the Which? Money experts answer your financial queries. You can submit your questions to money-letters@which.co.uk or via our Facebook or Twitter pages. Q: What’s the best way to protect...
View ArticleUp to 66,000 payday loan customers hit by data breach
A data breach at short-term lender Trusted Quid may have left up to 66,000 customers at greater risk of fraud. Customer names, phone numbers, dates of birth, addresses, income information, loan...
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Celebrity Bitcoin scams cost victims tens of thousands
Victims have lost tens of thousands of pounds in March alone to cryptocurrency scams with fake celebrity endorsements from the likes of Martin Lewis and Deborah Meaden, according to new data from the...
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Online shopping scams cost Brits £58m a year
As armchair shoppers, we’re a sitting target for cyber-criminals. Last year, Action Fraud clocked 42,949 incidents of online shopping fraud, with total losses of £58m. So how can you can avoid being...
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Scams: here’s how to protect yourself and loved ones
It’s a sad reality that older people are often targeted by scammers. We’ve put together our top tips on spotting scams and what to do if you’re caught out. Successful scammers are clever. To increase...
View ArticleVictims tricked into transferring scammers money granted better protection
People who unwittingly send bank transfers to scammers will have more scope to make a complaint, under FCA plans to increase the powers of the Financial Ombudsman Service. The proposed change would...
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Internet router ‘hack’ scam targets UK homes
With broadband now a utility, much like electricity or gas, the humble internet router has become a new target for the scammers. Which? members have contacted us about a new strain of attempted fraud...
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Exclusive: more than 96% of reported fraud cases go unsolved
More than 96% of cases reported to the UK’s national fraud reporting centre Action Fraud go unsolved, exclusive Which? Money analysis can reveal. Less than one in 20 crimes handled by Action Fraud...
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Don’t be caught out by scammers: 20 tips for safe shopping online
Christmas lights are already making the shops twinkle and the busy shopping season is just around the corner, kicking off with Black Friday and Cyber Monday at the end of the month. Many of us prefer...
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