2 in 3 Australians Targeted by Scams: NZ Hit Rate Higher
New Trend Micro research reveals 67% of Australians and New Zealanders face online scams, with NZ victims at 33% vs Australia's 27%. Learn the latest scam tactics and protection strategies.
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Retired Police Officer Loses $1.9M in Crypto Investment Scam
Learn how a retired Australian police officer lost his life savings to an elaborate cryptocurrency scam promising high returns. Discover warning signs and protection strategies for investors.
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Chinese Blessing Scam: $3M Stolen from Sydney Victims
Discover how the Chinese blessing scam has targeted vulnerable communities across Australia, stealing millions through traditional beliefs. Learn the warning signs and protection strategies.
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Telstra Blocks 11M Scam Calls Monthly: Complete Security Guide
Discover how Telstra protects customers from cyber threats with Cleaner Pipes, Scam Protect, and Device Security. Learn about comprehensive mobile and business cybersecurity solutions.
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Scam Reports Drop 24% But Losses Rise 28%: Quality Over Quantity
Latest Scamwatch data reveals Australian scams are becoming more sophisticated and costly. Learn how cybercriminals are targeting small businesses with AI-powered phishing and social media attacks.
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Small Business Tax Returns 2024: Scam Spike Targets $5K Refunds
CommBank data reveals small business owners averaged $5,000 tax refunds in 2024, but scammers are targeting this busy season. Learn how to protect your business from tax-time fraud.
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Mini Highland Cow Scams: How Fraudsters Copy Breeder Sites
Scammers are stealing thousands by copying miniature Highland cow breeder websites. Learn how to identify fake livestock sellers and protect yourself from expensive agricultural fraud.
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AI Chatbots Fight Scammers: TPG Saves $7.6M in 4 Months
Discover how TPG and Apate.ai use AI chatbots with Aussie accents to waste scammers' time and protect customers. Learn about innovative anti-scam technology saving millions for Australian consumers.
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2025 Cybersecurity Threats: Protect Yourself from Modern Scams
Stay ahead of evolving cyber threats in 2025. Learn to identify AI-powered scams, phishing attacks, and sophisticated fraud schemes targeting Australian businesses and individuals.
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Current Scams Targeting Aussie Students: Stay Protected in 2025
Discover the latest scams targeting Australian students in 2025. Learn to recognise ATO, job, phishing, and academic integrity scams to protect your identity and finances.
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Block Spam Texts: 5 Ways to Protect Your Phone Right Now
Learn how to block spam messages and protect your personal information from smishing attacks. Discover warning signs of fraudulent texts and effective protection strategies for iPhone and Android.
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Scam Culture Goes Mainstream: 30% Don't Realise Until Too Late
New research reveals alarming trends in Australian scam culture with mobile phones becoming prime targets. Learn how to protect yourself from sophisticated social media and app-based fraud schemes.
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Australia's $2B GST Fraud: How ATO Systems Failed Spectacularly
Discover how Linden Phillips exploited massive flaws in Australia's GST refund system, stealing millions while ATO ignored warnings and delayed action.
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Victoria Fines: How You'll Receive Penalties & Spot Scams
Learn how Victoria Police and Fines Victoria issue penalties, legitimate contact methods, and how to identify scam messages claiming unpaid fines.
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AI Fraud Crisis: Banks Must Innovate as Voice Cloning Surges
OpenAI CEO warns Australian banks face AI-powered fraud crisis as voice cloning defeats authentication. Learn how deepfakes threaten banking security and what protection measures banks are implementing.
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Stop Before You Tap: Android Malware Surge Threatens Banking
Security experts warn of sophisticated Android malware targeting banking apps. Learn how to protect your personal and financial information from malicious apps designed to steal your credentials.
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Ghost Tapping Scams: How Criminals Hijack Your Credit Card
Learn about ghost tapping scams targeting Australian consumers. Discover how cybercriminals use Apple Pay and Google Pay to steal your credit card details and make unauthorised purchases without your knowledge.
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Tradie Receives $1.86 Refund After Losing $17,000 to ANZ Spoofing Scam
Melbourne tradie Bradley Turner lost nearly $17,000 in a sophisticated text message spoofing scam where hackers infiltrated his legitimate ANZ text chain, with the bank recovering only $1.86 of his losses.
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Sydney Man Charged in $3.5M Business Email Fraud Against NT Government
A 38-year-old Sydney man faces 12 years imprisonment after allegedly defrauding the Northern Territory Government of $3.5 million through a sophisticated business email compromise scheme involving fake contractor details.
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Australia's $2 Billion GST Fraud: How Thousands Exploited ATO Loopholes
Tens of thousands of Australians stole $2 billion through GST fraud exploiting ATO system flaws, with warnings ignored and only 5% of stolen funds recovered despite Operation Protego crackdown.
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