Concerning spike in scams targeting flood ravaged communities, ACCC says
Flood victims are being warned about a concerning spike in scammers preying on their vulnerability as they clean up in the aftermath of consecutive flood disasters.
Fallen victim to delivery and post office text scams? Here’s what you can do about it
According to the ACCC's ScamWatch website, scams delivered via “phone” or “text” this year far outnumber those sent through any other delivery method, including social media or email.
‘Hoodwinked’: SMEs have lost $142 million to 4,255 email scams in the past year
SMEs are experiencing a rise in cyber attacks, with 4,255 reported incidents of email compromise scams in the 2019-20 financial year.
Gmail to allow identity authentication as ACCC warns of millions lost to impersonation scams
Gmail has stepped up its security measures to prevent identity impersonation — an issue which has been on the rise in Australia.
Spike in dodgy conduct against small businesses prompts ACCC warning
More small businesses are reporting dodgy behavior in the B2B market, prompting a warning from the ACCC and deputy chair Mick Keogh.
Airbnb loss balloons to $478 million ahead of IPO plans
Airbnb reported a loss of $478 million over nine months of 2019, ahead of its slated plans to undertake an IPO this year.
Text message from the ATO? Beware, it might be a scam
The ATO has issued a holiday warning about scam activity, particularly fraudsters trying to impersonate the tax office during the December rush.
Australia’s $532 million problem: Experts call for reforms to stem the rising tide of scams
Scams are on the rise and will be a half-a-billion dollar problem in Australia before year-end as experts call for reforms.
Sephora in damage control after Aussies’ data leaked
Cosmetics retailer Sephora has become the latest business to fail in its responsibility to safeguard the personal data of its customers.
Four major Australian banks targeted in tax time scam attempt: How to protect yourself
Email scams impersonating some of Australia's biggest banks have been hitting inboxes over the past two weeks ahead of tax time.
The tax time scams targeting your business and how to avoid them
Experts are warning small-business owners that tax time scams will be aplenty. Here's what you need to know to stay diligent and protected.
‘Don’t trust email’: Half-a-billion lost to scams in 2018, ACCC says
The ACCC says scams increased last year, with small business emerging as the hardest hit corporate cohort, losing over $4.5 million.
