Fake Traffic Fine SMS and QR Code Scams: 5 Checks Before You Pay
An AdUncovered guide | Updated 27 October 2026 A fake traffic fine often starts with a message saying you have an unpaid fine. It…
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Digital Arrest Scams: 6 Steps If Fake Police Video-Call You
An AdUncovered guide | Updated 27 October 2026 In a digital arrest scam, a caller says your identity is linked to a serious crime….
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Business Email Compromise: How Fake Invoices Redirect Payments and How to Stop It
A supplier emails to say its bank details have changed. A manager asks for an urgent confidential transfer. A client receives a genuine-looking invoice…
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MFA for Business Email: 5 Sign-In Options Ranked, From Passkeys to SMS
Why MFA matters for business email A one-person business or small business still has valuable accounts. Your email may contain invoices, customer details, payroll…
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“Vote for Mia”: How a Harmless WhatsApp Voting Request Can Hand Criminals Control of Your Account
The WhatsApp voting scam asks you to vote for “Mia” and quietly links a criminal’s device to your account. How it works and 5 steps if you clicked.
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Latest Scams in 2026: 16 Scams Ranked by How Much Harm They Do
The latest scams in 2026 at a glance There is no complete live list of “all” scams: scammers change scripts quickly, reuse old schemes,…
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Sextortion: What to Do Right Now and Where to Get Help
Being blackmailed with intimate images? A calm, step-by-step guide: what to do in the first hour, how to get images taken down, where to report in your country, and why telling one person breaks the blackmailer’s power.
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SARS Refund Scams: How to Spot Fake Refund, Debt and Summons Messages
A SARS refund scam starts with good news: a message claiming that SARS owes you a refund. That can be tempting. A notice saying…
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Dark Web Data Scams: How to Protect Yourself
A scammer calls claiming to be a police officer. They know your full name, where you live, and perhaps even the name of your…
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“Keep It a Secret”: Scams Targeting Older South Africans and How to Stop Them
Scammers target older South Africans who are alone and ask them to keep it a secret. Real stories, the scripts they use, and a checklist to stay safe.
