“Do not click on a link and never put your personal information on a link that arrives in via text or via email.'
Black Friday is fast approaching but amid so many deals it is important to be aware that some things are too good to be true.’s Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly said the most important thing is to be sure you’re buying from a reputable outlet.Newstalk Breakfast.“If you’re on Instagram or Facebook, all of these ads will pop up saying ‘50% Off’ or ‘75% Off - Buy from this website’.
“My top tip for the day is, if you’re shopping with your phone, pay with either Apple Pay or Google Pay,” she said. “So, if a database gets hacked and you’re using a one-time card, the hacker’s got nothing on you - so it’s all good.”and Jess expects there to be a “massive spike” from fraudsters pretending to be delivery companies.
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