New gift card fraud emerges

New gift card fraud emerges as holiday scams are on the rise
According to the the Better Business Bureau, gift cards are considered by many to be a popular and convenient gift-giving option – especially around the holidays. According to a new study from Capital One Shopping,
Check your gift cards before purchasing: the latest scam
One woman told 2 NEWS she felt violated after she purchased a gift card and had those funds stolen electronically. Economic experts say all kinds of scams increase
BBB: Beware gift card scams during holiday season
It is the holiday shopping season and many people elect to buy gift cards, however, there are some things to remember before you buy them, or if you receive them.
Better Business Bureau warning people against scams involving holiday deliveries, gift cards
As people finish their holiday shopping, the Better Business Bureau is warning others of potential scams. Carl Bates, president of the BBB’s Central and South Alabama office, said that in the past few weeks,
BBB warns holiday shoppers of the 'Gift Card Draining' scam
Gift cards are a popular choice for holiday gift-giving, offering convenience and flexibility. However, they have also become a prime target for scammers, lead
Only scammers tell you to buy a gift card to pay them
Gift card scams start with a call, text, email, or social media message. The person contacting you is, they say, from the government or a company you know. (They’re not.) They say to pay right away or something terrible will happen. (It won’t.)
How to avoid gift card scams for the holidays
While gift cards are a convenient gift to give this holiday season, they can also be a target for scammers. Law enforcement agencies are warning about a scam called “card draining.” Essentially, a scammer will take the pin and card number off a gift card, and then use the information to siphon the money.
Consumer Reports shares tips to avoid holiday scams and gift card fraud this season
"Passive scrolling is the biggest way people lose money on social media. Take the name of the website into any search engine or into bbb.org and type in the word fraud, scam or review and see what people are saying about it off the social media site," McGovern said.
Nationwide gift card scam linked to fentanyl and human trafficking, DHS says
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Top holiday scams to be on the lookout for
LOS ANGELES - Holiday scams are more common than ever, targeting shoppers, donors, and job seekers during the busy season.