NFIB (National fraud intelligence bureau) 

The NFIB has seen in increase in reports of fraud where victims are sent counterfeit Traveller’s Cheques as a method of payment for “initial costs” related to a new job.

This scanning document is based upon information gathered from open sources by the Economic Crime Directorate. The purpose of the document is to increase awareness of issues identified as potential forthcoming economic crime or fraud threats and emerging issues and trends.

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The content of this document is based upon information gathered from open sources by the City of London Police. The purpose of sharing this information is to increase the awareness of issues identified as potential forthcoming economic crime or fraud threats and emerging issues and trends (some may indeed be current).

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The purpose of this alert is to provide knowledge and prevention advice to help schools protect themselves from PBX and dial through fraud.

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The purpose of this document is to provide an analysis of the most prevalent trends and characteristics of phishing campaigns in the UK in May 2016. 

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The Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro begin on 6^th August 2016. Purchasing from an unauthorised seller or a ticket tout could leave you out of pocket.

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The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau’s (NFIB) Proactive Intelligence Team has spoken to convicted fraudsters who claim that Binary Options are being used for investment scams.

Online shopping websites are being used by fraudsters to advertise vehicles for sale which do not exist.

Fraudsters are increasingly exploiting the ‘family and friends’ personal transaction facility to defraud victims.