{"id":2110134,"date":"2023-11-28T16:06:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T21:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/calif-ag-gives-advice-on-how-to-avoid-holiday-scams\/"},"modified":"2023-11-28T16:08:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T21:08:36","slug":"calif-ag-gives-advice-on-how-to-avoid-holiday-scams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/calif-ag-gives-advice-on-how-to-avoid-holiday-scams\/","title":{"rendered":"Calif. AG&#8217;s Tips to Avoid Holiday Scams"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">14<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcalif-ag-gives-advice-on-how-to-avoid-holiday-scams%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2110134&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><div class=\"entry-content\">\n<h2>California Attorney General Advises Residents on Avoiding Holiday Scams<\/h2>\n<p>The Attorney General for California is providing valuable advice to residents on how \u2064to steer clear of scams during the holiday season. Don&#8217;t fall victim to fraud!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\">\n<video autoplay controls loop poster=\"https:\/\/c3.oann.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/vid-poster-image.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/d1cc0p6j4uj4n9.cloudfront.net\/fa686052-a015-43c8-ab92-e0464caa3c84\/mp4\/dd4b8826-e815-4c62-9240-9e503d4c8f64_Mp4_Avc_Aac_16x9_1280x720p_30Hz_3.5Mbps_qvbr.mp4\"><\/video><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text\" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\">\n<strong>Share this post!<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<h3>United\u2063 Nations Takes Action Against North Korea<\/h3>\n<p>The United Nations is targeting North Korea\u2063 following their alleged\u200c launch of a \u200cspy satellite into \u2062orbit. 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U.S. shoppers\u2064 are projected to drive Cyber Monday\u2064 sales to a record-breaking $12 billion to $12.4 \u200cbillion. \u2063Don&#8217;t miss \u200bout!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-content\">\n<h3>International \u200dAgreement on Artificial Intelligence Guidelines<\/h3>\n<p>The United \u2064States and several other countries have reached a significant agreement on guidelines for the\u2062 responsible use of \u200dArtificial Intelligence (AI). Discover the details of this global accord.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What guidelines does the Attorney General for \u200bCalifornia give\u2062 to residents to avoid falling victim\u200b to holiday scams?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  \u200b The holiday season is a time of joy\u200b and celebration, but unfortunately, it is also a\u2064 time when scammers\u200b are on the prowl. They take advantage of the festive atmosphere \u200cand the increased spending to trick unsuspecting individuals into falling for their schemes. To help residents\u2063 stay safe from holiday scams, the Attorney General for California is offering valuable advice \u200cand guidance.<\/p>\n<p>Scams can\u2063 take various forms \u2064during \u2063the holiday\u200c season. Some scammers may pose as charities, seeking donations for those in\u2063 need. Others may offer \u200cincredible\u200c deals on popular items, only to disappear once\u200c they have received payment. Additionally, there are phishing scams\u200d where scammers try\u200c to obtain personal \u2063information, such as credit card details or \u200d<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/texas-gop-passes-unanimous-resolution-calling-for-special-legislative-session-on-colony-ridge\/\" title=\"Texas GOP unanimously passes resolution for special legislative session on Colony Ridge.\">social \u2064security numbers<\/a>, under the guise of legitimate \u200dbusinesses.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid falling\u2062 victim to these scams, the Attorney General advises residents to exercise caution and follow a few simple guidelines. First and foremost, it\u200b is\u200b essential to research and verify\u2063 any charity before making a donation. Legitimate charities will have proper documentation and a clear track record of helping those\u2064 in \u2064need. Residents are advised to directly contact \u200dthe charity or check reputable websites for information and reviews.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, it is crucial to be skeptical of too-good-to-be-true deals. Scammers often prey\u200d on people&#8217;s desire for bargains during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to compare prices and \u2064read reviews before making a purchase. If a deal \u2062seems suspiciously low\u200c or \u2063unrealistic, it is \u2062best to avoid it altogether.<\/p>\n<p>In the digital \u200bage, online shopping \u200bhas become increasingly popular. \u2064However, it\u2062 is essential to be cautious when sharing personal information online. Residents should ensure that websites are \u2064secure and reputable \u200dbefore entering their credit card details. It\u2063 is also \u2064crucial to regularly\u2063 monitor bank and credit card statements for\u200b any\u200c unauthorized transactions.<\/p>\n<p>Another common\u200d tactic scammers use is\u2063 phishing. They \u2064send emails or messages \u2062pretending\u2062 to be from\u200d well-known businesses, asking for \u200dpersonal information. Residents should\u200d be wary of any requests\u2063 for sensitive \u200dinformation \u2064and avoid clicking on suspicious links. Legitimate businesses will never \u2063ask for personal information via email or message.<\/p>\n<p>To protect against phishing, residents are advised to\u200c enable two-factor authentication and regularly\u2064 update their passwords. It\u2062 is \u200calso\u2063 essential to keep software \u200band antivirus programs up \u200cto date \u200cto\u2063 prevent malware and other\u200d cyber\u200b threats.<\/p>\n<p>The Attorney General for California also recommends reporting\u200b any suspected scams or fraudulent\u200d activities. By reporting these incidents, residents can help \u2064law enforcement agencies identify and apprehend scammers,\u2064 preventing further harm to others.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion,\u200d the holiday season is a\u200d time for celebration and generosity, but it is crucial to stay vigilant and \u200cbe aware of the potential scams \u2064that may arise. By following the advice of the\u2064 Attorney General\u200d for\u200b California and exercising caution, residents can protect \u200cthemselves\u2063 and \u2062their loved \u2062ones from falling victim\u200b to holiday scams. Remember, prevention is always better than dealing with the aftermath\u2064 of fraud. Stay safe and enjoy the holiday season responsibly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At scam artists during the holiday season. 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