Understanding Fraud and Scams

Understanding Fraud and Scams

Are you scam savvy? Come to this lecture to learn about fraud and scams and how to protect yourself against them.

By N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County

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699 Connahetta St

699 Connahetta Street B Murphy, NC 28906

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill. In this lecture, we’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll look at sample emails, texts, and deepfakes to see how AI contributes to the increased spread and complexity of scams. We’ll also provide helpful resources for staying informed about the latest scams.

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N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cherokee County

 Cherokee County Center

40 Peachtree St

Murphy, NC 28906

OPEN MON-FRI: 8A-5P

(828) 837-2210

https://cherokee.ces.ncsu.edu

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FreeJul 18 · 2:00 PM EDT