New gift card fraud emerges

New gift card fraud emerges as holiday scams are on the rise
According to the the Better Business Bureau, gift cards are considered by many to be a popular and convenient gift-giving option – especially around the holidays. According to a new study from Capital One Shopping,
Nationwide gift card scam linked to fentanyl and human trafficking, DHS says
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Gift cards to buy and avoid this holiday season
Are you wanting to buy a gift card this holiday season but are unsure what to get? A new report shows the best gift cards to purchase this year.
BBB warns holiday shoppers of the 'Gift Card Draining' scam
Gift cards are a popular choice for holiday gift-giving, offering convenience and flexibility. However, they have also become a prime target for scammers, lead
Consumer Reports shares tips to avoid holiday scams and gift card fraud this season
"Passive scrolling is the biggest way people lose money on social media. Take the name of the website into any search engine or into bbb.org and type in the word fraud, scam or review and see what people are saying about it off the social media site," McGovern said.
Check your gift cards before purchasing: the latest scam
One woman told 2 NEWS she felt violated after she purchased a gift card and had those funds stolen electronically. Economic experts say all kinds of scams increase during the holidays when you’re out shopping for your loved ones.
BBB of Central and South Alabama: Watch out for this ‘gift card draining’ scam
It’s the holiday season, which is a time for scammers to target gift card purchases, according to the Better Business Bureau.
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Score a free $30 gift card when you buy the 256GB Meta Quest 3S from Best Buy
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