COVID-19 Fraud Prevention Efforts
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has opened the floodgates to scam artists attempting to profit from sick, anxious, and financially vulnerable Americans. On the frontlines fighting fraud are the Federal
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Consequences of Under the Table Wages
Paying workers ‘under the table’ or with cash can save businesses a bundle in taxes, but the potential consequences are grave. Not only is this practice illegal and could result
Five Ways To Protect Remote Workers From Cyberattacks
Many businesses were unprepared when the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic required them to close their physical offices and shift to remote operations. Your company, for example, may have had to
Fake COVID-19 Treatments & Other New Fraud Schemes
Like the coronavirus (COVID-19) pathogen itself, incidents of COVID-19 fraud are surging and financial losses are piling up. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that the number of 2020 COVID-19-related
Seniors Face A Double Threat With COVID-19
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic may pose a double threat for seniors. The elderly are considered the most vulnerable population for medical complications associated with the virus. They also are prime
Fraudsters Are Using COVID-19 To Fleece Americans
As governments around the globe mobilize to defend their populations from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), criminals also are mobilizing — to fleece people. These opportunists have already found ways to
How COVID-19 Poses New Fraud Threats To Vulnerable Businesses
Scam artists know how anxious business owners are during the current coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. They know that as you struggle to meet customer demands, pay employees, and stay solvent, you
Business Opportunity Or Scam?
The investment ‘opportunity’ could be anything from a new nutritional supplement to a foolproof method for ‘flipping’ houses. But if the investment or product is advertised as ‘easy money’ or
Protect Data & Build Trust With Customers
Every time your business interacts with customers is an opportunity to build trust, and it is an opportunity you cannot afford to neglect. Look at customer data. When customers disclose
Avoiding Travel Voucher Scams
Most travelers love a deal that extends their budget — whether it is a cheap flight, discounted hotel room, or all-inclusive package tour. Unfortunately, sophisticated scammers are only too happy