Convincing replicas of real online stores witness threefold increase as “Black Friday” sales approach
1 year, 1 month ago

Convincing replicas of real online stores witness threefold increase as “Black Friday” sales approach

The Hindu  

As Black Friday sales approach, a threefold increase was witnessed in domains using the words “Black Friday”. Cybersecurity experts also revealed that fraudsters targeted potential victims with scams using big brand industry leaders such as eBay, Walmart, Alibaba, and local platforms like Mercado Libre in 240,000 phishing attacks. Scammers were found targeting tech enthusiasts by mimicking Apple products and services around Black Friday. “Online shopping, particularly during peak events like Black Friday, is a prime target for deceptive schemes.

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Stay alert during holiday season Phishing sites lure shoppers with enticing deals
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Stay alert during holiday season Phishing sites lure shoppers with enticing deals

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Since holidays are here, cybercriminals are also putting in overtime and threat actors are poised to take advantage of consumers hoping to shop for yearly discounts. The next time when you open your inbox, be cautious as threat actors can deliver convincing phishing emails directly to consumer inbox, aided by AI tools including generative AI platforms. Check Point Research …

Retailers bank on Black Friday to energize bargain-hungry holiday shoppers
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Retailers bank on Black Friday to energize bargain-hungry holiday shoppers

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — It’s show time. After weeks of pushing early deals, retailers in the United States and some other countries are promising bigger discounts on Black Friday, the sales event that still reigns as the unofficial kickoff of the holiday shopping season even if it’s lost some luster. “People come to get the deals, but more importantly, they come …

US consumers to bargain hunt in annual 'Black Friday' spree
1 month ago

US consumers to bargain hunt in annual 'Black Friday' spree

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW YORK: US shoppers are coming out in force this holiday season, but the festiveness is being tempered by inflationary pressures that have abated but not completely faded. Americans are "ready to open their wallets this holiday season," said the Conference Board ahead of Black Friday -- the day after Thanksgiving, which this year, falls on November 28 -- that …

Police’s fake webshop set up to warn of Black Friday fraud gets thousands of hits
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1 month ago

Police’s fake webshop set up to warn of Black Friday fraud gets thousands of hits

NL Times  

The Dutch National Internet Fraud Reporting Point has launched a fake online store called pakjedealsnu.nl to educate the public about the dangers of online shopping scams. The LIMO's educational initiative aims to shed light on how fraudulent websites operate, helping consumers recognize and avoid Black Friday scams. On the surface, the website,pakjedealsnu.nl, appears to be a trustworthy store, featuring enticing …

Cyber security chief warns Black Friday shoppers to be alert to scams
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber security chief warns Black Friday shoppers to be alert to scams

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The UK’s cyber security agency has urged shoppers looking for deals on Black …

Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn
5 months, 1 week ago

Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Amazon Prime Day is here, and experts are reminding consumers to be wary of scams. But phishing attempts increase amid the heavy spending seen during significant sales events, whether it’s Black Friday or Prime Day, according to the Better Business Bureau. Amazon’s Knapp has said that with artificial intelligence “starting to leak in,” the scams targeting e-commerce …

Black Friday: How to navigate the temptation trap and avoid impulsive spending
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday: How to navigate the temptation trap and avoid impulsive spending

Live Mint  

As the holiday season approaches, so does the much-anticipated Black Friday, a day notorious for its unbelievable deals and overcrowded stores. Here are some pitfalls to avoid that can help you make the most of Black Friday without falling victim to impulsive spending. The illusion of huge savings Retailers often employ clever marketing tactics, making shoppers believe they are getting …

Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the holiday sales event’s history and evolution
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the holiday sales event’s history and evolution

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — If you didn’t already guess it from a barrage of sales ads in your inbox, the holiday shopping season is upon us. While Black Friday may no longer look like the crowd-filled, in-person mayhem that it was just decades ago — in large part due to the rising dependence on online shopping that was accelerated by the …

Warning over eight most scammed items ahead of Black Friday
1 year, 1 month ago

Warning over eight most scammed items ahead of Black Friday

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Bargain seekers have been warned to watch out for Black …

Be wary of scams as Amazon Prime Day kicks off, experts warn
1 year, 5 months ago

Be wary of scams as Amazon Prime Day kicks off, experts warn

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Amazon Prime Day is here. In guidance published last week, the Better Business Bureau reminded consumers to watch out for lookalike websites, too-good-to-be-true social media ads, unsolicited emails or calls and more near Prime Day and other sales events this month beyond Amazon’s. Then, they were asked for payment information, like a credit card, and sometimes login …

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
2 years ago

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation. The traffic was “significantly larger” on Black Friday compared to the previous two years because shoppers feel more comfortable in crowds, Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette …

Six in 10 shoppers ‘will do more research than usual ahead of this Black Friday’
2 years, 1 month ago

Six in 10 shoppers ‘will do more research than usual ahead of this Black Friday’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The cost-of-living crisis has transformed …

US retailers witness Cyber Monday as biggest online shopping dayin history cv19
4 years ago

US retailers witness Cyber Monday as biggest online shopping dayin history cv19

Hindustan Times  

Cyber Monday is on track to bring in a record of as much as $12.7 billion in online sales, according to latest industry estimates, surpassing Black Friday’s digital numbers as US retailers reached the last leg of an extended holiday selling season caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Cyber Monday turns out to be biggest online shopping day in US history …

Black Friday sees record online as US shoppers stay home
4 years ago

Black Friday sees record online as US shoppers stay home

Live Mint  

Black Friday online sales hit a new record this year as pandemic-wary Americans filled virtual carts instead of real ones. Consumers spent an estimated $9 billion on US retail websites on Black Friday, according to Adobe Analytics, which tracks online shopping. Even with that drop, Black Friday will still likely end up as one of the biggest in-person shopping days …

Virus keeps Black Friday crowds thin, shoppers shift online
4 years ago

Virus keeps Black Friday crowds thin, shoppers shift online

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The raging coronavirus pandemic kept crowds thin at malls and stores across the country on Black Friday, but a surge in online shopping offered a beacon of hope for struggling retailers after months of slumping sales and businesses toppling into bankruptcy. “They’ve done everything they had to do in school and outside of school, so I have …

Black Friday 2020 is finally here! Annual shopping extravaganza hits the UK
4 years ago

Black Friday 2020 is finally here! Annual shopping extravaganza hits the UK

Daily Mail  

With all but essential shops still shuttered for lockdown in England and other parts of the UK, there will be no scenes of bargain-hunters fighting in the aisles over discounted flat‑screen televisions today. Instead, the battle for Black Friday deals this year is a cyber one — with consumers heading online as they look to save money. ‘This Black Friday …

Watch out for scams, fake web shops this Black Friday, police warn
4 years, 1 month ago

Watch out for scams, fake web shops this Black Friday, police warn

NL Times  

The police expect that the number of online shopping fraud reports will skyrocket in the coming weeks, as scammers set up for Black Friday and Sinterklaas shopping. Especially watch out for bargains on popular products, like the PlayStation 5, which is sold out almost everywhere, Gijs van der Linden of the police said to NOS. And with that increased the …

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