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Important Notice: Help Us Report a Scam Using Our Company Name Dear Valued Customers, We have recently become aware that scammers are using our company name to conduct fraudulent activities. We are deeply concerned about this and are taking all necessary measures to protect our customers. How You Can Help: We kindly request your assistance in reporting this scam. The process is easy and will only take a few minutes: Visit the FTC Fraud Report Page: Click here to access the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) report page. https://lnkd.in/gPF6b9Sz Fill Out the Form: Provide any details you have about the scam, such as the phone number used and the nature of the fraudulent communication. Submit the Report: Complete and submit your report to the FTC. Spread the Word: Please forward this information to your friends and family, encouraging them to report any similar experiences. The more reports we receive, the stronger our case against these scammers. Contact Your Phone Service Provider: We also recommend contacting your phone service provider to inform them of the scam. They may be able to block the number and prevent further fraudulent calls. Your assistance is invaluable in tackling this issue and protecting our community. Thank you for your understanding and support. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us Robert Deck.

Fraud Associated with Power to Choose               We have heard from multiple REP CEOs that a significant amount of fraud is associated with customers allegedly coming from the Power to Choose website. We are not implying that the website or anyone supporting the website is related to the fraud. Merely that, it is being used as a tool by criminals to drive fraudulent enrollments. Based on our sources that have experienced the scam, we understand that most of it originates from South Texas and that law enforcement is investigating.             Based on this, we analyzed the Power to Choose website and two similar websites. Below is a summary of monthly visits for the last six months ending in September 2023 (the most recent month for which complete data is available). Similarweb Ltd. is the source of the data and the graphic. [1]             The trend of monthly visits tells us that any fraud has not yet impacted visits to Power to Choose, but it may have affected enrollments. It is interesting to note that ChooseTexasPower has been gaining ground in relation to PowertoChoose.             When evaluating the three websites by the visitor’s age, ChooseTexasPower is strongly preferred by the youngest audience (51.45% of those 18 to 24), and PowertoChoose is preferred by those aged 55 to 64. [2] [1] https://lnkd.in/gpcEhsUf [2] https://lnkd.in/gQcGCEsG

**Beware of Scam Offers** Dear LinkedIn Connections, I hope this message finds you well. I'm reaching out to share a critical warning regarding a recent scam offer I encountered. It's imperative that you protect yourself and your contacts from falling victim to similar fraudulent activities. Although I fell victim to this scam, I believe it's crucial to exercise caution when dealing with unsolicited offers, especially those that seem too good to be true. To safeguard yourself and others, I urge everyone to take these basic steps, which I believe are essential: 1. Verify the legitimacy of any offer by checking for a signature within the email and confirming the sender's email address. 2. Contacting insiders for more information. 3. Refrain from sharing personal or financial information without confirming the authenticity of the offer. 4. Report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities or fraud prevention agencies. Your vigilance and awareness are key in preventing these scams from succeeding. Please share this warning with your contacts to ensure widespread awareness. Thank you for your attention to this matter, and all the best!

Today is National Slam the Scam day #SlamTheScam 1. Do you know what to do if you receive a scam call, text message, letter, or email? Follow these simple steps to #SlamTheScam: ssa.gov/scam 2. It’s National Consumer Protection Week, and we need your help to #SlamTheScam on government imposters. Learn how to spot scams, identify red flags, and report suspicious activity at ssa.gov/scam #NCPW2024 3. Avoid becoming the victim of fraud and know what to do if your #SocialSecurity information is compromised. Help us #SlamTheScam and stop government imposters in their tracks. ssa.gov/scam Scammers are pretending to be government employees. They may threaten you and demand immediate payment. Don’t be fooled! #SlamTheScam and HANG UP! Report the scam at: oig.ssa.gov 4. We need your help to #SlamTheScam on government imposters. Learn how to spot scams, identify red flags, and report suspicious activity: ssa.gov/scam #SlamTheScam #NCPW2024

Impersonation scams in the U.S. soared to over $1.1 billion in losses last year, a stark increase from 2020, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). This data, collected from 490,000 reported scams in 2023, indicates a troubling trend. Most of these scams, totaling 330,000, involved business impersonation, while the remainder were government impersonation incidents. The FTC highlighted a shift in scam tactics, with phone call scams declining but email and text message scams steadily increasing for the third consecutive year. The FTC's report underscores the growing complexity of these scams, where perpetrators often impersonate multiple organizations within a single scam. The top five scam types identified by the FTC include copycat account security alerts, phony subscription renewals, fake giveaways or discounts, bogus legal threats, and fabricated package delivery issues. To combat these scams, the FTC advises consumers to refrain from clicking on suspicious links, to be cautious of money transfer requests, and to verify dubious communications before taking action. Additionally, the FTC announced the implementation of new impersonation rules designed to bolster its capacity to pursue scammers in federal courts for civil penalties and restitution. These rules grant the FTC the authority to pursue monetary relief directly from scammers utilizing forged government seals, business logos, or misleading affiliations with government entities or businesses. #ChelseaTech #ChelseaTechnologies #cybercrime #cyberprotection #cyber #cybersecurity #technologysolutions #cyberattack #cyberdefense #cybernews #technologynews #technology #FTC

🚨 How to Spot a Scam: Stay Safe and Informed In today's digital age, scammers are more cunning and prevalent than ever. They use a variety of sophisticated tactics to deceive people into handing over money 💰 or sensitive personal information. Here’s what you might be asked for: 🟢 Bank account details 🟢 Full name 🟢 Date of birth 🟢 Login credentials for online accounts These criminals often masquerade as trusted professionals like law firms, solicitors, or other regulated entities to lend credibility to their scams. Here are a few tips to help protect yourself: 1. Verify the Source: Always check the legitimacy of the contact through independent sources. Don’t use the contact details they provide. 2. Guard Personal Information: Never share personal details unless you’re sure of the recipient's identity and the need for disclosure. 3. Beware of Unsolicited Requests: Be cautious of unexpected emails or calls asking for urgent action, especially involving money or personal data. 4. Think Before You Click: Avoid clicking on links or downloading attachments from unknown or unsolicited emails. 5. Stay Informed: Familiarise yourself with the latest scam tactics to better recognise suspicious activities.
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Every year, on the Thursday of National Consumer Protection Week, the SSA OIG celebrates National Slam the Scam Day to bring awareness to the malicious and deceptive ways that scammers use to catch victims off-guard. Check out www.ssa.gov/scam for a ton of helpful and important information like these four basic signs of a scam: 1. Scammers pretend to be from an agency or organization you know to gain your trust. 2. Scammers say there is a problem or a prize. 3. Scammers pressure you to act immediately. 4. Scammers tell you to pay in a specific way. #SlamTheScam #NCPW2024

It's National Consumer Protection Week, and the Social Security Administration wants to give you some information to protect yourself from scams! Here are four basic signs of a scam: ▪ Scammers pretend to be from an agency or organization you know to gain your trust. ▪ Scammers say there is a problem or a prize. ▪ Scammers pressure you to act immediately. ▪ Scammers tell you to pay in a specific way. Visit ssa.gov/scam for more information about how scammers try to get your personal information and money. #LDVA #ServingThoseWhoServed Charlton J. Meginley Jerome Buller, MD, MBA, MS, CPE, FACOG, FACHE John Phillips Dustin Guy Brandee Patrick Larry Williams, MPA, PHR

Cybercrimes have seen an alarming rise in recent times and have now penetrated the world of e-challans. These scams target unsuspecting citizens, exploiting their fear of traffic violations and demanding payments for fictitious offences. In this article, we will assist you in navigating this treacherous landscape and provide valuable insights into what the fake e-challan scam is, how it operates, and what you can do to safeguard yourself from falling victim. https://lnkd.in/dc2AhFEa 

Scam alert !!! Here comes another, scammers using legit carrier details to do fraud. These emails I caught are not very similar to the real but they are using the same signature act like dispatch. [email protected] - Real [email protected] - Fake [email protected]  - Fake Found 2 emails that scammers using this carrier information!! got to know this rubbish from the beginning and I was acting like I was sending the RC to test this scammer and where it will end. The email starts with the dispatch sending me each and every document for this carrier!! This is so terrible how they are getting these authority Documents. I have informed the carrier, that someone is using their Authority information for fraudulent activities. Carrier said that not only once but twice these guys scammed this carrier!! This industry does not deserve this kind of scam shits!!