Diwali discount scams may target festive shoppers
In short
Fake Diwali discounts, phishing links and UPI fraud may put shoppers’ money at risk during the festive season.
The brief says fraudsters can use five tricks to cheat people and that cyber insurance may help protect payments.
What the reporting says
Fake Diwali discounts, phishing links and UPI fraud could put festive shopping budgets at risk, according to a Business Standard Finance summary. The brief warns that fraudsters may use five common tricks to cheat shoppers and says cyber insurance can help protect money. It frames the issue as a seasonal online shopping risk, but gives no figures or case details.
Why it matters
Fake discounts, phishing links and UPI fraud are the risks highlighted for festive shoppers in this Business Standard Finance brief. The item points to five common scam methods and says cyber insurance may help protect money.