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What is 'love bombing' in the context of online romance scams?
What is 'love bombing' in the context of online romance scams?
Love bombing is when a scammer overwhelms a target with excessive attention and affection early in a relationship to gain their trust.
How do investment scammers often build trust with their victims before attempting to steal their money?
How do investment scammers often build trust with their victims before attempting to steal their money?
They often allow the victim to make small withdrawals initially to create the illusion of legitimate investment.
What are some common tactics used by scammers to make online product and service scams seem legitimate?
What are some common tactics used by scammers to make online product and service scams seem legitimate?
Scammers may steal logos, use a .com.au domain name and/or use a stolen Australian Business number (ABN). They will also use fake reviews.
Besides threatening physical harm, what is another method scammers use in threats and extortion scams?
Besides threatening physical harm, what is another method scammers use in threats and extortion scams?
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What are the main goals of scammers operating job and employment scams?
What are the main goals of scammers operating job and employment scams?
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Why is it dangerous to respond to 'unexpected money' scams?
Why is it dangerous to respond to 'unexpected money' scams?
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List three types of organizations that scammers impersonate in order to steal money or information.
List three types of organizations that scammers impersonate in order to steal money or information.
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What do scammers typically ask for after making a target believe they are owed or entitled to, unexpected money?
What do scammers typically ask for after making a target believe they are owed or entitled to, unexpected money?
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Study Notes
Scams: Types, Signs, and Prevention
- Scams are organized economic crimes by sophisticated criminals.
- Online dating and romance scams use fake profiles to manipulate victims for money. "Love bombing" (overwhelming affection) is common tactic.
- Investment scams create false investment growth indicators. Scammers might allow small withdrawals to build trust, but full withdrawals are blocked.
- Product and service scams involve fake websites, good deals, and stolen identities (e.g., stolen logos, ABN). Fake reviews are part of this type of scam.
- Threats and extortion scams use threats (arrest, deportation, harm) or blackmail (naked images) to extort money.
- Jobs and employment scams pretend to be from high-profile employers or recruitment agencies. Goal is to steal money and personal information.
- Unexpected money scams promise money or winnings and charge fees, resulting in loss. No free money exists.
- Impersonation scams pretend to be from real organizations (police, banks, etc.) or people close to the victim.
Common Scam Warning Signs
- Promises of easy money or savings.
- Unsolicited requests for financial assistance from strangers.
- Messages with links or attachments.
- Pressure to act quickly.
- Unusual or specific payment methods.
- Demands to set up new accounts or payment systems.
Scam Delivery Methods
- Emails
- Text messages
- Phone calls
- Social media
- Websites
- In person
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Description
This quiz explores various types of scams, their common signs, and effective prevention strategies. From online dating schemes to investment fraud, the material covers how criminals operate and deceive their victims. Prepare yourself with essential knowledge to protect against these economic crimes.
