Many unexpected events can derail a relaxing vacation, but one of the most violating experiences is falling victim to a scam. “Scams can come in all forms, especially as the use of technology increases,” Julian Moro, the senior vice president and regional security director at the company International SOS, told HuffPost. In June, Booking.com’s safety … Read more
Thanks to a recent media spotlight on “veneer techs,” many illegal businesses offering non-prep veneer services have closed up shop. However, some have transitioned into offering another service typically performed by licensed dentists — teeth whitening. While the legality around offering veneer services without a dental license is clear (it’s very, very illegal), teeth whitening … Read more
Travel is a great way to take a break from the demands of work and everyday life and recharge for a bit while exploring a new place. Unfortunately, people who decide to go on that much-deserved vacation often find themselves the targets of a sophisticated scam. “The business of fraud has been ‘democratized,’ and travel … Read more
Scammers win when they trick you into divulging personal information ― and one of the simplest ways they can get you to do this is by impersonating someone you know. When a bad actor pretends to be someone you trust or a legitimate retailer, this type of scam is known as “spoofing.” With spoofing, scammers … Read more
There’s nothing like a scam to put a damper on your hard-earned vacation. In this day and age, the opportunities for people to swindle you out of cash or steal your data seem to be endless. “Travel scams have been around for decades. However, it’s safe to assume that there has been an increase in … Read more
Taylor Swift fans are in need, at the moment. Tickets for the UK leg of The Eras Tour came out in August 2023, but they quickly sold out from official retailers such as Ticketmaster and AXS. As a result, many excited Swifties have been looking for tickets from alternate avenues. Unfortunately, that has led to … Read more
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan issued a warning on scam tactics in the wake of a viral column from New York Magazine’s The Cut. “Being the victim of a scam can be devastating,” Khan said in her thread. “A reminder that nobody from @FTC will ever give you a badge number, ask you … Read more
