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Identity theft soars during COVID-19 as scammers target government payments, superannuation – ABC News
As the nation raced to move work, socialising and personal admin tasks online, scammers were waiting. Now, 24,000 Australians have reported their personal details stolen.
A staggering 24,000 people have reported their personal details stolen so far this year, as experts warn scammers have been targeting Australians’ COVID-19 financial relief payments and superannuation. Key points:
- Australia’s consumer watchdog says identify theft scams have increased during COVID-19
- Scammers are seeking personal information so they can access benefit payments and superannuation
- The ACCC also warned about romance scams in one case, a victim was scammed …
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