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How to spot a scam email

Fri, 12/03/2010 - 11:25

Fraudsters are increasingly targeting victims through scam emails purporting to be from your bank. Moneywise TV reveals how you can stay safe from even the most sophisticated scam email.

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Scam-proof your computer

Update: Fri, 12/03/2010 - 12:18

Online banking fraud is on the rise - find out how to stay safe from malicious software and phishing emails. Read more

The dangers of online dating

By Sarah Coles Update: Wed, 03/03/2010 - 12:59

Increasing numbers of people are going online to find love. Not only has this led to a rise in the number of scams, but also an increase in dating website rip-offs. Sarah Coles reports. Read more

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The worst passwords to use online

Update: Tue, 02/02/2010 - 11:24

A new study has revealed the 10 most commonly used passwords that people should avoid when online. Rebecca Atkinson looks at the dos and don'ts of picking a password. Read more

Avoid this Christmas shopping scam

Update: Fri, 04/12/2009 - 11:08

The Metropolitan Police has busted more than 1,000 websites selling fake designer good - find out how to spot an online scam and what to do if you fall victim, Read more

The future of banking is here

By Richard Baker Update: Wed, 18/11/2009 - 18:30

Internet banking was once at the cutting edge of financial technology but may soon be surpassed in popularity by mobile banking and contactless payments, as Richard Baker discovers. Read more

Don't fall for money mule scam

Update: Mon, 16/11/2009 - 13:50

Income seekers are being targeted with ‘too good to be true’ money-making opportunities and fake jobs that could see them tricked into becoming money mules and laundering cash for criminals. Read more

Are you advertising your home to burglars?

By Sarah Coles Update: Mon, 16/11/2009 - 09:36

With social networking sites becoming increasingly popular Sarah Coles investigates whether we are leaving ourselves vulnerable to burglary and fraud. Read more

Protect your computer from fraudsters

Update: Mon, 16/11/2009 - 09:33

Garreth Griffith, head of risk management at PayPal, answers your questions on how you can stay safe from fraud when online. Read more

Don't be fooled by the online fakes

By Sarah Coles Update: Mon, 16/11/2009 - 09:33

Have you ever been a victim of purchasing fake goods online from websites that pass them off as the genuine article? Sarah Coles investigates. Read more

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