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Article title SCAM SPOT: Hobbying investors are a rich target for scammers

Article descriptionInvestment scams are the biggest source of scam loss in Australia, and mature-age men are particularly vulnerable to falling victim. Westpac's Head of Fraud Prevention Ben Young explains why, and offers some tips on how to spot if someone close to you could be at risk.

By AuthorBen Young
Head of Fraud Prevention
5 mins

Article title LUCI’S CALL: Cost-of-living dominates pre-election budget

Article descriptionTreasurer Jim Chalmers has put cost-of-living pressures front and centre of his last budget before a federal election.

By AuthorLuci Ellis
Chief Economist, Westpac
4 mins

Article title New Westpac technology to lock out scammers

Article descriptionWestpac plans to introduce SafeBlock - a new feature that will allow customers to block their accounts and cards via the app or online banking if they suspect they've been scammed.

By AuthorBrooke Davie
Senior Manager, Media Relations
4 mins

Article title SCAM SPOT: Dodging the disaster chasers

Article descriptionNatural disasters cause uncertainty and distress, leaving many of those affected feeling anxious and in need of support. Unfortunately, that’s where scammers lie in wait, looking to prey on the vulnerable.

By AuthorBen Young
Head of Fraud Prevention
4 mins

Article title “Then I got angry” - Nurse was one click away from losing home to scammers

Article descriptionFormer Nurse Ros had a lucky escape when Westpac’s scam detection system stopped her from unknowingly sending hundreds of thousands of dollars to a scammer’s bank account.

By AuthorJosh Wall
Head of Video, Westpac Wire
5 mins

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