Avoiding Scams
Speakers:
Monica E. Tate- Assistant US Attorney
Lisa Feldman-Assistant US Attorney
Topics:
• Overview of the latest sophisticated and transnational scams targeting older adults
• Imposter scams, including:
o Grandparent scams
o Tech support scams
• Cryptocurrency investment scams (“pig butchering”) and how they operate
• Key “red flags” to help identify potential scams
• Common social engineering techniques used by fraudsters online and over the phone
• Practical steps to protect yourself and others from being targeted
• Resources available to victims, including the National Elder Fraud Hotline
• How and where to report cyber crimes, and what victims can expect in the process