New York authorities warn about gold bar scam targeting older adults

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Scammers use fake pop-up messages claiming computer compromise — Victims are tricked into providing remote access to their devices.
Financial details are then stolen through accessed accounts — Over $100m has been taken from primarily older adults in two years. Focusing on potential victims, authorities recommend enhanced cybersecurity education for the elderly.

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New York authorities warn about gold bar scam targeting older adults

State’s attorney general says scammers have made off with more than $100m in past two yearsScammers in New York have been using gold bars to steal money from victims, primarily older adults, and made off with more than $100m over the past two years, the state’s attorney general announced on Friday.

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