<ul><li>The UK's cybersecurity and law enforcement have issued an "urgent alert" as online shopping scams surge during Black Friday.</li><li>Brits lost over £11.5 million in online shopping scams between November 2023 and January 2024, with an average loss of £695 per victim.</li><li>43% of the reported incidents came from social media platforms, highlighting the need for caution when encountering offers online.</li><li>To protect against fraud, experts recommend being vigilant, using credit cards instead of bank transfers, setting up 2-step verification, and checking for indicators of fake websites and deals.</li></ul>

Beware of Black Friday frenzy – UK issues an "urgent alert" as shopping scams surge

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