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Luxury Advent Calendar Scams
Consumers warned about online scams targeting luxury advent calendars, particularly during Black Friday sales.
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Space NkWhich?MetaNational Cyber Security CentreJo Malone
Jini SanassyLisa Webb
- Were there similar scams in previous years?
- Last year, similar scams involved a Jo Malone advent calendar, highlighting the ongoing issue of fraudulent activity targeting luxury advent calendar purchases.
- What advice is given to consumers to avoid being scammed?
- To avoid scams, consumers should carefully check website URLs, be wary of prices that seem too low, and report suspicious websites to the National Cyber Security Centre.
- What consumer group is urging caution about online deals?
- Which?, a consumer group, urges shoppers to be cautious of fraudulent deals, particularly during the Black Friday sales period, when many seek discounts on expensive items.
- What is the main warning given to shoppers in the news article?
- Luxury advent calendars are increasingly targeted by online scammers offering deals that seem too good to be true.
- Which company issued a specific warning about fraudulent activity related to its advent calendar?
- Space NK, a cosmetics retailer, has warned customers about fake social media ads selling its advent calendar at a heavily discounted price; the company states it only sells through its website.