Avoiding Scams in 2024: Expert Tips You Need to Know

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In this episode of Fraudology host Karisse Hendrick delves into the recently released Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker Risk Report, highlighting the prevalent scams and the changing landscape of online fraud. She discusses the differences between scams and fraud and provides insights into the top risky scams, including investment and cryptocurrency scams, employment scams, and online purchase scams.

Karisse also emphasizes the impact of scams on younger demographics and offers practical tips for avoiding scams, making this an essential listen for anyone navigating the complexities of online fraud.

00:00 - 04:00 Intro exploring online fraud from e-commerce perspective.

04:14 - 09:00 Because of limited data trends are not fully representative.

09:10 - 11:20 Tech roles harder to find and online scams rise.

11:28 - 14:30 Scammers are using social media for fraud growth.

14:38 - 18:30 Youth vulnerable to financial scams causing mental health impact.

18:37 - 20:30 McKenna talks about business check fraud risks.

20:59 - 23:00 Key tips to avoid scams

Fraudology is hosted by Karisse Hendrick, a fraud fighter with decades of experience advising hundreds of the biggest ecommerce companies in the world on fraud, chargebacks, and other forms of abuse impacting a company's bottom line.

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She brings her experience, expertise, and extensive network of experts to this podcast weekly, on Tuesdays.