How to Spot and Avoid Online Shopping Scams: What the Hong Kong Crackdown Teaches Us
How to Spot and Avoid Online Shopping Scams: What the Hong Kong Crackdown Teaches Us Online shopping has become second nature for most of us, but so have the risks that come with it. A recent Hong Kong police operation that led to the arrest of 78 suspects and the recovery or freezing of around HK$5 million in scam proceeds is a stark reminder that fraudsters are becoming more organised. While the details of this particular case are still emerging, the pattern is familiar: fake websites, phishing messages, and deals that seem too good to be true. Here is what you need to know to protect yourself. ...