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- Big Names in Computers Teaming Up to Fight Email ScamsA new project with members made up of some of the biggest names in the computer industry playing a part is underway to stamp out fraudulent phishing emails.
First Person: Avoiding the New Twist on the Nigerian Email ScamsI have recently found a new type of email scam hiding in my spam folder. It is a twist on the traditional Nigerian email scams that offered to send millions for helping a member of royalty recover his lost funds.- Do People Still Fall for Email Scams? You May Be SurprisedEmail scams, while considered a new trend in the early 90’s are now some of the oldest tricks in the book. From Nigerian royalty scams to UK lottery scams, they arrive in massive numbers as spam in our email inboxes. This raises a simple question.......
- How to Recognize Email ScamsScammers have made going through email a pain. Learn how to recognize a possible scam.
Mr Peter Lee Email ScamThe email scam is still in top gear, it is flooding our inboxes on a regular basis.- Eva Lopez EuroMillions Lotto Lottery Email ScamWhen it comes to ambitious email scams that try to grab your attention and make you submit your personal details, the Eva Lopez EuroMillions Lottery Winners Email Scam has to be an eye-opener.
- Scam Email from "Mohammed Abacha" - Beware!If you receive an email from "Mohammed Abacha" of Nigeria, claiming that you are due tons of money, do not fall prey to the promises you read. Rest assured, it is a scam! Mohammed Abacha, if that's his real name, is a con artist!
- Scam Email from "Mr Wang Li" of Hong Kong - Beware!The barrage of scam emails in our inboxes never seems to end! By educating yourself about the latest email hoaxes, email bribes, and email scams you can avoid months of financial heartache. This email from "Mr. Wang Li" is the latest!
5 Tips to Avoid Federal Government Email ScamsSo you've received a legitimate looking email. You notice warnings about violating the law, mentions about paying taxes, and official looking links. Beware! It is a scam! Educate yourself to avoid financial ruin!
Federal Government Email Scam? Beware!If you get an email claiming "Your Federal Tax Payment ID is Failed", chances are, its a scam. The Federal Govt. doesn't send out emails! Educate yourself. Be prepared. Don't give out any information, even to the "Feds." Its an email scam!
6 Tips to Avoid Email Scams - and Financial Ruin!Email criminals commonly have your SSN, DOB, or other personal information. What they don't have is a few key information pieces, like your occupation. So how can you know if an email is a email scam, or legitimate? These 6 tips will help!
Scam Email from "DIPLOMAT HENRY from FEDEX COURIER COMPANY" - Beware!The barrage of scam emails in our inboxes never seems to end! By educating yourself about the latest email hoaxes, email bribes, and email scams you can avoid months of financial heartache. This email from "FedEx Courier" is the latest!- How to Prevent Email FraudTips to avoid being scammed through email.
Salif Ali Email ScamLook out for this guy dropping into your inbox very soon, you may have seen this scam already, here is the Salif Ali Email Scam in all its glory!- Bank of Africa Email Scam Mr Dani OuedragoI cannot believe that these emails are still going around the block, I think it is sad how the guys responsible for these emails still attempt the Bank of Africa email scam!
How to Identify Email ScamsEmail scams are quite common and some of them are really creative in doing so. You have to be very vigilant and alert every time you see an email that may seem too good to be true or just plain weird and uncommon.- "Cell Phone Numbers Going Public!" & Other Recurring Phony Email ScamsThis article looks at some recurring email scams; it gives recommendations on how to recognize them and protect oneself against them.
How to Reduce Online Fraud and Avoid Email ScamsUsing multiple email addresses can help you to spot email scams more easily, and also help to reduce the amount of junk email that you receive- Report Email Scams & FraudsHow to report email scams and fraud.
- How to Prevent Identity Theft by Avoiding Email ScamsKeep your personal information secure! By following these simple steps you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of internet scams.
- ALERT: Death Threat Email Scam ResurfacesDeath threat emails and/or kidnapping emails have begun to circulate again.
- Beware of These Email Scams Hitting Your InboxesEveryday we get email phishing messages in our inboxes, but what are they really trying to do? Read more to see actual examples of email scams that are reaching our inboxes everyday. Don't be one of the innocent victims that gets caught up in the next email scam.
- Xlibris Warns Customers of Email Scam, Closes the Xlibris Online Bookstore Temporarily as Precautionary MeasurePrint-on-demand publisher Xlibris has warned its authors and customers about an email scam designed to appear it is coming from Xlibris. Read about what they are doing about it, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you are a victim of identity theft or phishing.
Kin Hing Hong Textiles Ltd and the Money Mule Email ScamThere is an e-mail scam making the rounds in the United States that you might not have run into yet: The Money Mule email scam. Don't fall victim to it.
Beware New Email Scam: The Sgt. Smith David Fitte ScamI really believed I'd become immune to irritation when I receive email scams. Today, however, I received a money scam in my email that just really bugged me. It's in such poor taste, and as the best cons do, it tugs at the heart strings before moving in for the 1-2 punch.- Internet Scams - Don't Be Taken In!Internet scams have cost many people thousands of dollars and some have even gotten them arrested. Know what to look for and how to stay away from these situations.
- Avoiding the Most Common Email ScamEmail scams are very common. Learn about the most common one and how to avoid it.
Email Scams: Six Email Messages You Do Not Want to ClickYour bulk email box does a pretty good job of separating good and wanted email from the scams of unscrupulous spammer. Unfortunately, it is about as effective as a condom.- Email ScamsThis piece takes a look at some of the scams that are perpetuated through e-mail.
- BEWARE - the Nigerian Email Scam Crossed Over to Craigslist ClassifiedsDO NOT GIVE ANYONE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION VIA EMAIL!!!
- Beware of Work at Home Email ScamsWith so many people looking to add to their income, phony work-at-home scams are appearing in emails on a regular basis
- New Twist on Email ScamsNo American wishes to involve themselves in a situation which could damage everything that we stand for but to call yourself a provider and not do all that you can to provide is more damaging.
Scam Email from "Mr. John Shuba" - Beware!If you receive an email from "Mr. John Shuba", claiming that you are to receive tons of money, do not fall prey to the promises you read. Rest assured, it is a scam! Mr. John Suba, if that is their real name, is a con artist!
Scam Email from "Eric Smith, UK National Lottery" - Beware!If you receive an email from "UK NATIONAL LOTTERY", claiming that you were randomly selected to win tons of money, do not fall prey to the promises you read. Rest assured, it is a scam! Eric Smith of the UK National Lottery is a con artist!- Scam Email from "Barrister Siew Kiong, Attorney at Law" - Beware!If you receive an email from "Barrister Siew Kiong", attorney at law, do not fall prey to the promises you read. Rest assured, it is a scam. Barrister Siew Kiong, if they are a real person, is trying to swindle you out of your money!
- How to Identify E-mail ScamsA practical approach to identifying e-mail scams.
- The Lure of Higher ReturnsIt is natural to look for higher returns when bank deposits pay little. That makes some sharks to net easy prey, the most gullible!
- Email Scam of VictimsMany people have been victims of the emails that offer jobs, or claim that you are a beneficiary. Now, there is an email that is preying upon victims that have already fallen to the scammers cruel hands.
- How to Avoid Email ScamsEver get emails on how you can work from home and how you can get free money from the government? Find out how you can see what's a scam and find other alternatives that are free.
- 419 - the Great African Email ScamHave you ever replied to an African 419 scam email? I have, many times. Not because I have ever thought there was the remotest chance of my getting a share of the easy millions they offer, but because it amazes me that anyone ever gets scammed by them.
