📣Free Cyber Drop-in Clinic for @cyberscotland.com Week!
💻Engage in discussions with experts from the Hub, @policescotland.bsky.social, Neighbourhood Watch Scotland and students from @abertayuni.bsky.social.
📆25 and 26 February
🕥10:30 - 13:30
📍Abertay cyberQuarter
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/events
🚨Red Flags of Romance Fraud💘
🚩Rush to Romance⏱️
Scammers may profess deep feelings early to create emotional dependence and pressure you to act quickly.
🔒Tip: Take your time to build a relationship and be cautious of quick declarations of love.
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/romancefraud
🚨Red Flags of Romance Fraud💘
🚩Refusing to Meet🧑🦰👩🦰
If the person you connect with refuses to meet in-person or video chat, they might be hiding something.
🔒Tip: Suggest a video call or meetup and disengage if they repeatedly avoid it.
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/romancefraud
🚨The Red Flags of Romance Fraud🚩
💕With Valentine's Day near, it's important to be vigilant of #RomanceFraud.
🛡️Throughout the week we will highlight key red flags of Romance Fraud taken from our new guidance, to help raise awareness.
Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/3xnu4dzc
🎉New Year, New Security Habits🔒
🛡️Cyber Resolution: Be cautious with investments📈
Stay safe:
🟠Be wary of offers promising high/guaranteed returns
🟠Avoid pressure to act quickly or be discrete
🟠Take time to research & check firms are authorised
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
#Fraud #Crypto
🎉New Year, New Security Habits🔒
🛡️Cyber Resolution: Be Alert to Phishing🎣
Warning signs:
⚠️Unexpected message asking you to click or share info
⚠️Urgent language
⚠️Request for personal or login details
⚠️Link or sender details that don’t look right
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/news/new-yea...
#Cyber
In the first #ScamShare bulletin of 2026:
🗨️Self Assessment Scams
🗨️Tour Operator Scams
🗨️Health/Sleep Survey Scams
🗨️Cloud Storage Scams
🗨️Find Trusted Traders & Report Issues
🗨️Ask Silver Scam Checker
Please read & share ➡️mailchi.mp/5d5d26b6d4e8/trading-sta...
🎉New Year, New Security Habits🔒
🛡️Cyber Resolution: Practise strong password security*️⃣
Simple tips:
🟠Use long, unique passwords
🟠 Avoid using personal or easily guessed info
🟠Use a password manager
Read our full list of #CyberResolutions:
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/news/new-yea...
🚩Warning Signs of Cryptocurrency Scams🚨
🪙Cryptocurrency scams often follow predictable patterns, & recognising them early helps protect both your money & your personal information.
Read more in our #crypto guide produced with @policescotland.bsky.social & Coinbase
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
📢It’s UK Charity Week!
We’re proud to support communities across Scotland by helping protect people from cyber crime & fraud.
☎️Incident Helpline: 0808 281 3580 or contact via our website.
📚Access our resources: cyberfraudhub.org/resources
🤝Donate to support our work: cyberfraudhub.org/donations
🔍How Do Crypto Scams Work?🪙
Scammers exploit the fast-moving world of #crypto to trick people into sending money or giving away sensitive info. Common tactics include:
🟠Fake investment platforms
🟠Impersonation of legit orgs.
🟠Pressure to act fast.
Read the full guide➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
If you are worried that you have been a victim of cyber crime or #fraud, contact our Incident Response Helpline at 0808 281 3580 or report it via our website.📞💻
Our expert team will provide guidance and support to aid in your recovery.🔒
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/contact-us
New guide published to help people in Scotland avoid cryptocurrency scams. Cyber & Fraud Hub teams up with Police Scotland and Coinbase to help people 'navigate the cryptocurrency economy safely and confidently'
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futurescot.com/new-guide-pu...
The Cyber and Fraud Hub has announced the publication of its latest resource, A Guide to Avoiding Cryptocurrency Scams, developed in collaboration with Police Scotland and Coinbase.
Click below to find out more 👇
www.digit.fyi/crypto-scam-...
#Tech | #News | #CyberandFraudHub
📢We’re proud to launch ‘A Guide to Avoiding Cryptocurrency Scams’, during #FraudAwarenessWeek, developed alongside
@policescotland.bsky.social & Coinbase
🛡️With crypto scams rising, the guide will help you understand crypto scams & how best to protect yourself
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
🚨The Importance of Passwords🔒
🛡️Read our #password guidance to learn about:
✅Simple mistakes to avoid
✅Why password managers & 2 Factor Authentication are important
✅How to create strong, memorable passwords with @NCSC's '3 Random Words'
➡️ tinyurl.com/58sxenuh
#Cyber #Passwords
🚨 Protect yourself from scams across Meta platforms.
🛡️Visit the Meta Scam Prevention Hub for tools to help spot scams, report fraud and secure your accounts
➡️ www.meta.com/gb/safety/scam-prevention/
View our Self Help Tools page for more resources
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/self-help
#Meta #Cyber
⚠️Car Finance Compensation Scams🚗
📰Following the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s proposal of a car finance compensation scheme, there have been reports of fraudsters pretending to be lenders to trick people into sharing personal info or paying fake fees.
(Source: www.fca.org.uk/news/news-st...)
📢Investment Scams📊
How they work:
1️⃣Approaches through emails, social media ads, or more.
2️⃣A “great investment” is offered, usually low risk and high returns.
3️⃣You’re pressured to act fast before the chance disappears.
4️⃣Any money sent is lost to the scammer
Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/u9wx2xhp
🚨Identify the Red Flags of Romance Fraud🚩
🌹Rush to romance: Strong feelings expressed very quickly
💸Requests for money: For gift cards, emergencies, or more
📱Avoiding contact: Excuses to dodge video calls or meeting
🕵️Inconsistent stories: Details that change or don’t add up
➡️ tinyurl.com/3xnu4dzc
🛡️Protect Yourself from SIM Swap Fraud📱
✉️If you lose service or get unexpected alerts, call your network provider immediately.
💻Avoid oversharing personal details.
🔒Use 2FA with an authenticator app.
Read our full Sim Swap guidance here
➡️ tinyurl.com/4nhmrwht
#Fraud #Guidance #Security
🛡️Phishing After a #DataBreach📩
Criminals may use stolen details to send scam emails, texts, or calls.
🔎Watch for:
🟠Odd senders
🟠Urgent language
🟠Suspicious links/attachments
🟠Poor grammar
🟠“Too good to be true” offers
Learn more in our guide
➡️ tinyurl.com/3akz8uny
#CyberSecurity #Phishing
📚Back to School: Keeping Children Safe Online🛡️
As the new school year begins, help protect your child’s online experience.
🛡️Key steps
🟠Review privacy settings
🟠Encourage open conversations
🟠Teach blocking & reporting
Read more in our free guide➡️ tinyurl.com/tjee4pf4
#BackToSchool #OnlineSecurity
📢Celebrating one year of the Cyber and Fraud Hub🛡️
Since July 2024, we’ve:
📞Supported 450+ victims
⚠️Tackled £18.2M in fraud cases
🔒Recovered £1.15M in losses
🌐Shared free resources with 12K+ users on our website
🔗Read more tinyurl.com/mr2cdd99
☎️Need help? 0808 281 3580
Scotland’s only dedicated charity to supporting victims of online scams and cybercrime helps recover £1.15m. Led by former police officer Alex Dowall, Cyber and Fraud Hub provided vital assistance to over 450 individuals in first year of operations
⬇️
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Close-up of a person typing on a laptop at a wooden desk, with documents, a pen, and a smartphone nearby.
Data breach? Don’t panic.
The Cyber and Fraud Hub has released a free guide to help you take back control if your info’s been leaked.
Simple steps, clear advice. 📘 cyberfraudhub.org/resource-dat...
📞 Report to Police Scotland on 101
🚨Scam Alert: Ticket Scams🎫
With big events like the #Oasis reunion tour this summer, scammers are targeting fans through social media & fake resale sites.
Watch our short video to learn how to avoid ticket scams.
Read our full guidance➡️ tinyurl.com/4rhhwst6
#TicketFraud #CyberSecurity
🚨 What to do if your data is stolen:
1️⃣ Confirm the breach via official channels
2️⃣ Stay alert for phishing attempts
3️⃣ Change passwords & add 2FA
4️⃣ Monitor bank accounts
5️⃣ Watch accounts for unusual logins
Learn more in our Data Breaches guide
➡️ tinyurl.com/3akz8uny
#CyberSecurity #DataBreach
🚨Ticket Scams🚨
With the #Oasis reunion tour underway, and more dates still to come, scammers are targeting fans searching for tickets.
Protect Yourself:
🔒Buy only from official sellers
💳Use secure payment methods
📱Avoid buying tickets on social media
Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/2js232ex
📻With recent BBC Panorama ep, Fighting Cyber Criminals, shining a spotlight on cyber crime, our CEO, Alex Dowall shared expert insights into ransomware, data breaches and more in a BBC Radio Scotland interview
🎧Listen from 35:30 tinyurl.com/45y87bue
📘Our new #DataBreaches Guide tinyurl.com/3akz8uny
