Cyber and Fraud Hub
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Cyber and Fraud Hub
@cyberfraudhub.bsky.social
Scotland's only charity that supports individuals who have fallen victim to online scams or fraud.

cyberfraudhub.org

Incident Response Helpline: 0808 281 3580
🚩Warning Signs of Cryptocurrency Scams🚨

🪙Cryptocurrency scams often follow predictable patterns, & recognising them early helps protect both your money & your personal information.

Read more in our #crypto guide produced with @policescotland.bsky.social & Coinbase
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
December 11, 2025 at 4:09 PM
📢It’s UK Charity Week!

We’re proud to support communities across Scotland by helping protect people from cyber crime & fraud.

☎️Incident Helpline: 0808 281 3580 or contact via our website.
📚Access our resources: cyberfraudhub.org/resources
🤝Donate to support our work: cyberfraudhub.org/donations
December 4, 2025 at 2:35 PM
🔍How Do Crypto Scams Work?🪙

Scammers exploit the fast-moving world of #crypto to trick people into sending money or giving away sensitive info. Common tactics include:
🟠Fake investment platforms
🟠Impersonation of legit orgs.
🟠Pressure to act fast.

Read the full guide➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
December 3, 2025 at 4:39 PM
If you are worried that you have been a victim of cyber crime or #fraud, contact our Incident Response Helpline at 0808 281 3580 or report it via our website.📞💻

Our expert team will provide guidance and support to aid in your recovery.🔒

➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/contact-us
November 19, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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New guide published to help people in Scotland avoid cryptocurrency scams. Cyber & Fraud Hub teams up with Police Scotland and Coinbase to help people 'navigate the cryptocurrency economy safely and confidently'
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New guide published to help people in Scotland avoid cryptocurrency scams | FutureScot
Cyber and Fraud Hub teams up with Police Scotland and Coinbase to crack down on rise of cryptocurrency fraud
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November 17, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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The Cyber and Fraud Hub has announced the publication of its latest resource, A Guide to Avoiding Cryptocurrency Scams, developed in collaboration with Police Scotland and Coinbase.

Click below to find out more 👇

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#Tech | #News | #CyberandFraudHub
Cyber & Fraud Hub Launches Practical Guide on Crypto Fraud
The resource offers clear, practical advice on spotting warning signs, trading safely and reporting suspected fraud.
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November 17, 2025 at 11:23 AM
📢We’re proud to launch ‘A Guide to Avoiding Cryptocurrency Scams’, during #FraudAwarenessWeek, developed alongside
@policescotland.bsky.social & Coinbase

🛡️With crypto scams rising, the guide will help you understand crypto scams & how best to protect yourself

➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/cryptoguide
November 17, 2025 at 9:22 AM
🚨The Importance of Passwords🔒

🛡️Read our #password guidance to learn about:

✅Simple mistakes to avoid
✅Why password managers & 2 Factor Authentication are important
✅How to create strong, memorable passwords with @NCSC's '3 Random Words'

➡️ tinyurl.com/58sxenuh

#Cyber #Passwords
November 3, 2025 at 12:07 PM
🚨 Protect yourself from scams across Meta platforms.

🛡️Visit the Meta Scam Prevention Hub for tools to help spot scams, report fraud and secure your accounts
➡️ www.meta.com/gb/safety/scam-prevention/

View our Self Help Tools page for more resources
➡️ cyberfraudhub.org/self-help

#Meta #Cyber
October 22, 2025 at 12:56 PM
⚠️Car Finance Compensation Scams🚗

📰Following the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s proposal of a car finance compensation scheme, there have been reports of fraudsters pretending to be lenders to trick people into sharing personal info or paying fake fees.
(Source: www.fca.org.uk/news/news-st...)
October 16, 2025 at 1:38 PM
📢Investment Scams📊

How they work:
1️⃣Approaches through emails, social media ads, or more.
2️⃣A “great investment” is offered, usually low risk and high returns.
3️⃣You’re pressured to act fast before the chance disappears.
4️⃣Any money sent is lost to the scammer

Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/u9wx2xhp
October 2, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🚨Identify the Red Flags of Romance Fraud🚩

🌹Rush to romance: Strong feelings expressed very quickly
💸Requests for money: For gift cards, emergencies, or more
📱Avoiding contact: Excuses to dodge video calls or meeting
🕵️Inconsistent stories: Details that change or don’t add up

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Romance Fraud — Identify the Red Flags — CyberandFraudHub
Romance fraud, also known as a romance scam, occurs when fraudsters use a fake profile to trick victims into believing they are in a genuine romantic relationship, with the aim of exploiting them for ...
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September 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
🛡️Protect Yourself from SIM Swap Fraud📱

✉️If you lose service or get unexpected alerts, call your network provider immediately.
💻Avoid oversharing personal details.
🔒Use 2FA with an authenticator app.

Read our full Sim Swap guidance here
➡️ tinyurl.com/4nhmrwht

#Fraud #Guidance #Security
August 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
🛡️Phishing After a #DataBreach📩

Criminals may use stolen details to send scam emails, texts, or calls.

🔎Watch for:
🟠Odd senders
🟠Urgent language
🟠Suspicious links/attachments
🟠Poor grammar
🟠“Too good to be true” offers

Learn more in our guide
➡️ tinyurl.com/3akz8uny

#CyberSecurity #Phishing
August 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
📚Back to School: Keeping Children Safe Online🛡️

As the new school year begins, help protect your child’s online experience.

🛡️Key steps
🟠Review privacy settings
🟠Encourage open conversations
🟠Teach blocking & reporting

Read more in our free guide➡️ tinyurl.com/tjee4pf4

#BackToSchool #OnlineSecurity
August 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
📢Celebrating one year of the Cyber and Fraud Hub🛡️

Since July 2024, we’ve:
📞Supported 450+ victims
⚠️Tackled £18.2M in fraud cases
🔒Recovered £1.15M in losses
🌐Shared free resources with 12K+ users on our website

🔗Read more tinyurl.com/mr2cdd99
☎️Need help? 0808 281 3580
Cyber and Fraud Hub Helps 450 Individuals and Recovers £1.15m in First Year  — CyberandFraudHub
The Cyber and Fraud Hub, the only Scottish charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by cybercrime, scams and fraud, is proud to share new figures showing our powerful impact in the first y...
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August 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Scotland’s only dedicated charity to supporting victims of online scams and cybercrime helps recover £1.15m. Led by former police officer Alex Dowall, Cyber and Fraud Hub provided vital assistance to over 450 individuals in first year of operations
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Scotland's only dedicated charity to supporting victims of online scams and cybercrime helps recover £1.15 million | FutureScot
Scotland's only dedicated charity to supporting victims of online scams and cybercrime helps recover £1.15 million
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August 7, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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Data breach? Don’t panic.

The Cyber and Fraud Hub has released a free guide to help you take back control if your info’s been leaked.

Simple steps, clear advice. 📘 cyberfraudhub.org/resource-dat...

📞 Report to Police Scotland on 101
August 7, 2025 at 1:08 PM
🚨Scam Alert: Ticket Scams🎫

With big events like the #Oasis reunion tour this summer, scammers are targeting fans through social media & fake resale sites.

Watch our short video to learn how to avoid ticket scams.

Read our full guidance➡️ tinyurl.com/4rhhwst6

#TicketFraud #CyberSecurity
August 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🚨 What to do if your data is stolen:

1️⃣ Confirm the breach via official channels
2️⃣ Stay alert for phishing attempts
3️⃣ Change passwords & add 2FA
4️⃣ Monitor bank accounts
5️⃣ Watch accounts for unusual logins

Learn more in our Data Breaches guide
➡️ tinyurl.com/3akz8uny

#CyberSecurity #DataBreach
July 29, 2025 at 10:25 AM
🚨Ticket Scams🚨

With the #Oasis reunion tour underway, and more dates still to come, scammers are targeting fans searching for tickets.

Protect Yourself:
🔒Buy only from official sellers
💳Use secure payment methods
📱Avoid buying tickets on social media

Read more➡️ tinyurl.com/2js232ex
July 28, 2025 at 11:52 AM
📻With recent BBC Panorama ep, Fighting Cyber Criminals, shining a spotlight on cyber crime, our CEO, Alex Dowall shared expert insights into ransomware, data breaches and more in a BBC Radio Scotland interview

🎧Listen from 35:30 tinyurl.com/45y87bue
📘Our new #DataBreaches Guide tinyurl.com/3akz8uny
July 23, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Great to welcome Rod Latham, Director Cyber Security and Digital Identity at the Dept for Science, Innovation and Technology today to talk about our work with organisations, the @cyberfraudhub.bsky.social, and programmes to improve cyber resilience across Scotland.
July 14, 2025 at 2:11 PM
🛒 Beginning today, Amazon #PrimeDay (8–11 July) is a prime time for deals, but also for online scams.

Remember
🌐Shop only through the official amazon website or app
🔗Don’t click links in unexpected messages
📱Watch for fake ads or giveaways on social media

Read our guidance➡️ tinyurl.com/yp9xfrks
July 8, 2025 at 11:27 AM
📣Data breaches🔐

If your personal data is compromised in a data breach of an org, it can have a range of potential consequences including:

🪪Identity theft
🌐Data sold on the dark web
🪝Becoming a target of phishing scams

Learn more in our new guide➡️ tinyurl.com/3akz8uny

#databreach #cybersecurity
July 2, 2025 at 3:47 PM