Usap tayo: How to avoid and spot a scam

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 13.2 million Australians have fallen victim to various types of scams in recent years. How to avoid being a victim?

Two thirds of Australians aged 15 years and over were exposed to a scam in 2021-22, according to figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Source: Getty

KEY POINTS

• A scam is a fraudulent invitation, request, notice or offer, designed to obtain personal information or money, or otherwise obtain financial benefit by fraudulent means.
• Report immediately to the police, Scamwatch or the ReportCyber ​​program, and contact your bank if you fall victim to a scam.
• Know the common signs of a scam and protect yourself against it.

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Usap tayo: How to avoid and spot a scam

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