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Cyber and Fraud Hub: Guide to Avoiding Fraud and Scams for Older People
Created: 04/03/2026News/Events Category: Technology
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The Cyber and Fraud Hub has a very useful Guide to Avoiding Fraud and Scams for Older People.
Statistics from Age Scotland have shown that over 400,000 older people living in Scotland have been targeted by scammers, with crimes including cryptocurrency, scam text messages and fake phone calls or e-mails impersonating trusted organisations such as banks.
The guide aims to empower older adults to navigate the digital landscape safely and securely. It provides insights into common online scams, identifies red flags to watch out for, and outlines steps to take in case of suspected fraud.
Some common scam and fraud attempts affecting older people include telephone scams, banking scams, WhatsApp family and friends impersonation scams, parcel delivery scams and investment and pension scams.
The guide can be viewed online here
If you're looking for advice for anyone affected by fraud or tips on protecting loved ones, please visit https://cyberfraudhub.org or call 0808 281 3580.
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