R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly Arizona recently passed a law regulating Bitcoin ATMs to protect consumers—especially older adults—from fraud. Scammers have leveraged these machines for years, tricking people into sending cash into crypto wallets, with funds often disappearing permanently. The new law introduces clear transaction limits, mandatory warnings, and receipts that show where money…
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Features, January 2024
Navigating the New Year: A Guide to Avoid Scams
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As we step into a new year, it’s crucial for older adults to remain vigilant against the ever-evolving landscape of scams that persistently target unsuspecting individuals. While some scams may take on new disguises, others linger with familiar tactics. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how older adults can identify…
August 2014
Scam Squad: Scammers going after your cell phone, too!
Cyber criminals do not just attack personal computers; they now target your cell phones! If you receive a message to call a number with three digits and a pound sign—delete! It you hit call back you may enter a site that will take over your phone with a virus. Remember, your smart phones are little…