BLUF

It’s not just naivety that causes people to fall for scams. A desire for quick financial gains, and emotional triggers are just some other reasons.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  • Australians lost $3 billion to scammers last year.
  • This amount surpasses any previous year.
  • Scammers often create a sense of urgency or excitement to compel individuals to make impulsive decisions.

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