New gift card fraud emerges

Buyer beware: gift card fraud is now a global crime
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and Homeland Security to take action.
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,
BBB warns against gift card draining scam
According to the BBB, with a scam called gift card draining on the rise, before purchasing these cards as a gift, buyers should take caution. The FTC reported more than $200 milli
Don't buy a worthless gift card this holiday season and don't forget to use it | Opinion
Scammers are draining value off gift cards using techniques that consumers can detect if they are careful. Follow these Better Business Bureau tips.
BBB: new gift card fraud emerges as related fraud is 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,
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
Postal worker caught using Amazon gift cards swiped from Christmas card, feds say
A U.S. Postal Service worker is accused of stealing gift cards from the mail in Missouri. Joseph S. Wilkins, 56, pleaded ...
Score a free $30 gift card when you buy the 256GB Meta Quest 3S from Best Buy
This deal tacks further savings onto the Quest 3S, which is sold as part of a bundle that includes a copy of Batman: Arkham ...
Don't give a drained gift card: How to spot signs of tampering
Gift cards continue to be the most requested Christmas gift. Unfortunately, thieves can get to them first, draining the card ...
Bristol launches downtown gift card to boost small businesses this holiday season
A new downtown gift card program was announced today, aiming to encourage support for small businesses during the holiday ...
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Here are some last-minute holiday gift ideas
You could order a fruit-of-the-month subscription or join a coffee or tea monthly delivery club. There are wine clubs, baking ...