Online fraud involves deceptive practices conducted over the internet, targeting individuals and organizations. Encompassing phishing, fake websites, romance...
Common types include phishing (fake emails/websites), romance scams, investment fraud, tech support scams, and fake online shopping sites designed to steal money or data.
Always be suspicious of unsolicited messages, verify sender identities, use strong unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, keep software updated, and avoid clicking suspicious links.
Immediately contact your bank or financial institution, report it to relevant law enforcement agencies, change compromised passwords, and monitor your accounts for unusual activity.
Yes, online fraud continues to rise as more activities shift online, with scammers constantly developing new, sophisticated tactics to exploit digital users and systems worldwide.