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COVID-19 Fraud Alert: Pump-and-Dump Scams

Fraudsters are using the fear of economic conditions related to COVID-19 to target victims using pump-and-dump scams. A pump-and-dump scam is a type of investment fraud. Fraudsters artificially increase the price of a stock they own by encouraging other investors to buy it. Fraudsters then sell their shares; the price falls and investors lose money.

COVID-19 Fraud Alert: Fake Government Messages

Fraudsters are using the fear of economic conditions related to COVID-19 to target victims by posing as government departments or agencies.

COVID-19 Fraud Alert: Warnings About Your Finances

Fraudsters are using the fear of economic conditions related to COVID-19 to target victims by posing as their bank or investment advisor.

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