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Phone Scam Alert: New Tactics Targeting Seniors

Recent reports indicate a staggering 300% rise in phone scams aimed at seniors. Here’s how to identify and steer clear of these risky calls. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately and report it to the authorities. Protecting yourself and your loved ones is crucial.
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Phone Scam Alert: New Tactics Targeting Seniors

Recent reports indicate a staggering 300% rise in phone scams aimed at seniors. Here’s how to identify and steer clear of these risky calls. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately and report it to the authorities. Protecting yourself and your loved ones is crucial.
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Phone Scam Alert: New Tactics Targeting Seniors

Recent reports indicate a staggering 300% rise in phone scams aimed at seniors. Here’s how to identify and steer clear of these risky calls. If you receive a suspicious call, hang up immediately and report it to the authorities. Protecting yourself and your loved ones is crucial.

New Zealand

Official scam authority:

CERT NZ and New Zealand Police

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams
  • Online impersonation & romance scams

Australia

Official scam authority:

ACCC – Scamwatch

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams (crypto-heavy)
  • Romance scams

Singapore

Official scam authority:

Singapore Police Force – Anti-Scam Centre (ASC) and ScamShield

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams
  • Job & task-based scams
  • Impersonation scams

Malaysia

Official scam authority:

Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) and National Scam Response Centre (NSRC)

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams
  • E-commerce & job scams

Hong Kong

Official scam authority:

Hong Kong Police Force – Anti-Deception Coordination Centre (ADCC)

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams
  • Phone & impersonation scams

South Korea

Official scam authority:

Korean National Police Agency (KNPA)

Most prominent scam:

  • Voice phishing
  • Investment scams

Japan

Official scam authority:

National Police Agency (NPA) Japan

Most prominent scam:

  • Investment scams (including crypto & fake trading platforms)
  • Romance scams tied to investment pitches