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BMA Warns Of Fraudulent Social Post
The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] is warning the public about a fraudulent social media post. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA] has been made aware of a posting appearing on social media, including WhatsApp, in which someone claiming to be BMA Capital makes false claims about the Authority. “The Authority notes that the... Read more of this article
MarketPlace Warns Of Social Media Scam
The MarketPlace has warned of a scam on Instagram and Facebook falsely using its name, urging the public to avoid clicking links or sharing personal information. A statement from The MarketPlace said, “We’ve been made aware of a scam on Instagram and Facebook falsely using our name and branding. Please be careful — do not click links, share... Read more of this article
Govt Issue Another Advisory About Scams
The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation has issued a warning about a fraudulent online post falsely using Minister Diallo Rabain’s name and image to promote a scam. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry for the Cabinet Office and Digital Innovation today issued a warning about a fraudulent online post that falsely... Read more of this article
Advisory: Online Scam/Fake Video Circulating
The government has issued another advisory about an online scam, this time in reference to a video post circulating on Facebook purporting to be a statement from the Premier, with the government noting that it is a “fake AI-generated scam.” The Cabinet Office advised this evening that a “recent video post circulating on Facebook... Read more of this article
HSBC Bermuda Issues Fraud Warning
HSBC Bermuda has issued a warning about scammers attempting to “trick the public through phone calls.” A spokesperson said, “HSBC Bermuda reminds the public to stay vigilant in the presence of attempts by scammers to trick the public through phone calls [otherwise known as vishing]. “The caller falsely claims to be HSBC staff,... Read more of this article
Scammers Impersonate Bermuda Police Service
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is warning residents about a recurring phone scam in which fraudsters pose as BPS officers with an aim to steal personal and financial information. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] is aware of scammers calling local residents claiming to work for the BPS and requesting personal information,... Read more of this article
Post Office Warns Of Social Media Parcel Scam
The Bermuda Post Office warned the public about a scam social media post falsely claiming lost parcels are for sale. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Post Office [BPO] is once again alerting the public to a fraudulent social media post currently circulating on social media. The post falsely claims that individuals can purchase lost... Read more of this article
RUBiS Warns Public Of Fake Gift Card Offer
RUBiS is warning the public about a “fraudulent social media advertisement falsely promoting a RUBiS gift card offer.” A spokesperson said, “RUBiS Energy Bermuda Ltd. is alerting Bermuda residents about a fraudulent social media advertisement falsely promoting a RUBiS gift card offer. “This scam ad, circulating on Facebook, attempts... Read more of this article
BPS And BBA Warn Of ‘Romance Scams’
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] and the Bermuda Bankers Association [BBA] are advising Bermuda residents to be aware of “romance” scams. A spokesperson said, “Romance scams begin with a criminal and victim meeting virtually, through an online dating or social networking site. The criminal will try to develop a relationship, sometimes making the... Read more of this article
Fake ‘Bermuda National Coin’ Scam On X
[Updated] An account on X, the social media platform previously known as Twitter, is promoting a fake scam which alleges that the ‘Bermuda National Coin’ will be launched today. The account is purporting to belong to Premier David Burt, and has grey check mark — which normally indicates it is an official government account —... Read more of this article
BPS Warns Residents Of Ongoing Scams
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] urges residents to remain vigilant against fraudsters posing as bank representatives, requesting login credentials to steal funds. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] continues to receive reports regarding fraudulent activity targeting local businesses as well as members of the public, where... Read more of this article
Fake Luggage Sale Scam On Social Media
Skyport is warning the public about a scam circulating on social media, which falsely claims that luggage is being sold for $1.98 under the airport’s name. In an online post, Skyport said, “Skyport and L.F. Wade International Airport are alerting the public about a scam circulating on social media, falsely claiming luggage is being sold for... Read more of this article
