Resale ‘subterfuge’: Viagogo sent fan his tickets along with a stranger’s passport Experiences of booking for big London gigs underscore the opaque practices of some online platforms The Guardian - UK · Sep 3, 2025
Airbnb issues warning over holiday scams fuelled by AI and social media The property booking platform has issued new safety tips alongside anti-scam organisation Get Safe Online. Evening Standard · Feb 12, 2025
Online shoppers warned to follow three tips to avoid scams that look 'legitimate' Experts have warned that fraudsters are going to great lengths to lure shoppers into 'highly skilled' scams. Daily Record · Mar 2, 2023
Scammers are targeting people looking for bargains online during cost of living crisis A majority of people said they'd changed the way they shop as they look to save money Wales Online · Feb 27, 2023
Cost of living crisis creating opportunities for fraudsters, experts warn Internet safety experts warn shoppers that sophisticated websites and profiles could be luring budgeting spenders into making unsafe purchases The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2023
Fraud warning as cost-of-living crisis forces changes to shopping habits Shoppers seeking out special offers and deals could fall prey to ‘highly skilled, professionally-organised’ fraudsters, says Get Safe Online The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2023
Warning as cruel scammers use fake appeals to profit from Turkey-Syria earthquakes People who want to donate to help people affected by the disaster are urged to ensure that their money does not fall into the hands of fraudsters Chronicle Live · Feb 21, 2023
Holidaymakers warned to watch out for fake deals amid cost-of-living pressures A quarter of people said they will not be able to afford a holiday if they cannot get a good deal, according to a survey. The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2023
Holidaymakers warned to watch out for fake deals as scammers take advantage of cost of living crisis Online safety experts have issued their top tips to make sure you don't get caught out when booking a holiday this year Chronicle Live · Jan 24, 2023
New scam-detecting tool checks websites for fraudulent activity to help protect online consumers There was a 43% rise in the number of identity theft cases at the start of 2022. Daily Record · Jul 21, 2022
New website checker that could save you from being a victim of online fraud Tool can tell you whether a website is genuine or fake Chronicle Live · Jul 5, 2022
Fifth of 18 to 25-year-olds ‘experienced holiday scams or know someone who has’ Airbnb and Get Safe Online are urging people to stay safe when making a booking. The Independent UK · May 15, 2022