Task scams are on the rise. According to the FTC, the number of them increased from 5,000 in 2023 to 20,000 in just the first six months of 2024. Scammers apparently managed to rake in $88 million in ...
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Public warned vs ‘task scams’ via messaging apps
Authorities cautioned the public from taking part in “task scams” sent via messaging apps where victims are given assignments in exchange for cash before being convinced to "invest" their money in ...
Has your iPhone dinged with a Messages or WhatsApp notification recently about a curious job offer? You’re not alone, as today’s FTC warning about text message gamified job scams—or ‘task scams’—makes ...
"It's almost like gambling" FTC explains that scammers approach victims via unsolicited messages on WhatsApp and other communication or social media platforms. The scammer offers an easy way to make ...
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