In the past, scammers preferred using gift cards, bank transfers, and payment apps to swindle money from their victims. But scammers have had to adapt as awareness and protections have increased among consumers, law enforcement, and businesses. Their latest tactic involves directing victims to pay at a “crypto ATM,” a new and less familiar method.
QR codes are everywhere. They advertise products, link to payment platforms, and even provide restaurant menus. But scan with care: scammers use this technology to steal your personal information!
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