Fraud Awareness Week – beware the “Pig Butchering” Scam: A Sophisticated Fraud Costing millions in the Australian community

With international Fraud Awareness Week from 16 November to 22 November, it’s a great time to keep bringing awareness to the community about trends and scams being perpetrated.  While this is fraud awareness week, everyday is a good day to stay vigilant.   Have you ever heard of a scam known as “Pig Butchering”? A terrible…

Is Australia a soft target for scams?

Is Australia a soft target for scams?  by: Paul Curby Be it the well-spoken ‘stock broker’ encouraging you on the phone to invest in the latest ‘hot stock’ or financial product, or the email you receive from a known contact who, unbeknownst to them (and you!), has had their email compromised and is now instructing…