Grand Prairie has been ranked 11th in Alberta for identity theft and 31st for identity…
Surrey RCMP warn residents about fraud
June 8, 2021 – Surrey RCMP are reminding the public to be aware of investment scams after a persistent number of reports throughout this year. Since January, Surrey RCMP have received 59 reports of fraud involving crypto currency totaling approximately $612,748...
Central Alberta Victim and Witness Support Society launches fundraising campaign
May 4, 2021 – The Central Alberta Victim and Witness Support Society (CAVWSS) has started a major fundraising initiative. ‘The Road Ahead Campaign’ aims to raise over $35,000 over the next year (with the possibility of extension) to secure funding...
Forter valued at $3 billion as online boom fuels fraud prevention tool demand
May 25, 2021 – E-commerce fraud prevention startup Forter has raised $300 million in a funding round led by hedge fund Tiger Global Management, more than doubling its valuation to $3 billion in about six months. Adage Capital Management and billionaire-investor...
Digital world adds extra risk for identity theft
May 10, 2021 – There are a variety of ways that fraudsters can try to gather your personal information. They can simply try phoning you, pretending to be a legitimate organization, and request information from you verbally. Other fraudsters can send you text...