Online Shopping Scams Are Surging: How to Spot and Avoid Them
78 Arrested in Hong Kong Online Shopping Scam Bust: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe Hong Kong police recently arrested 78 people in connection with an online shopping scam ring that defrauded victims of at least HK$5 million (roughly US$640,000). The operation, which involved fake websites and phishing tactics, is a reminder that shopping scams are not just minor annoyances—they can cost real money and are becoming more organized. Here’s what happened, why it matters for everyday shoppers, and how you can avoid falling into similar traps. ...