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🚨 FBI Issues Warning: New Email Scam Targeting Gmail & Outlook Users!

Heads up, friends! 🚨 The FBI has issued a warning about a new email scam making the rounds, targeting Gmail and Outlook users.

💻 How it works:
⚠️ You get an email claiming to be from Google or Microsoft, warning about unusual activity or security issues.
⚠️ The email includes a fake login link that looks legit but actually steals your password.
⚠️ Once scammers get in, they can lock you out, steal sensitive data, or send phishing emails to your contacts.

🔐 How to stay safe:
✅ Don’t click suspicious links—go directly to your email provider’s website.
✅ Check the sender’s email carefully—scammers use sneaky misspellings.
✅ Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) for extra security.
✅ Report sketchy emails—mark them as phishing instead of replying.

Scammers keep evolving, but so can we! Stay alert and share this with someone who might need the heads-up. If you ever get a shady email and aren’t sure, I’m happy to help.

📖 Read the full FBI warning here: https://www.al.com/news/2025/03/fbi-issues-warning-to-all-gmail-outlook-email-users.html

FBI issues warning to all Gmail, Outlook email users As of February 2025, the group has impacted more than 300 victims.

🚨 Stay Alert: Scams Are Recycling Again 🚨

Hey, friends! As we get closer to the holidays, it’s easy to get distracted—and that’s exactly what scammers are counting on. They’re recycling old tricks because, unfortunately, they work!

Here’s what to watch for to stay safe:

🔴 Sense of Urgency – Scammers create false urgency with subject lines like “Your email quarantine report” or “Urgent payment confirmation” to get you to act before you’ve fully processed the message. ⏰

🔴 Emotional Appeal – They tap into our emotions, trying to get us to click on links or open attachments without thinking. 😱

🔴 Mobile Phone Trap – Quick tip: NEVER act on emails while on your mobile phone! Phones only give you a tiny snippet, and key details are often hidden. Wait until you can check on a full screen for the complete picture. 📱

Examples of scams that are making the rounds again:

✔️Suspicious Email Alerts – These emails often claim that your account has been flagged due to validation issues, require you to reset your password, or warn you that your mailbox is full. Don’t click the links! Always verify directly before taking any action. 🚫

✔️ Ransom Emails – The "I have compromising videos or info" scam. It’s designed to scare you into paying—don’t fall for it. 💰

I’m grateful to be able to support you as we navigate the digital world and stay ahead of these scammers. Always trust your gut and double-check anything that feels off. 🙏

Have a question or need a second opinion on something? Reach out to me anytime—I'm here to help! 🙌

Wishing you all a peaceful and safe holiday season ahead! 🦃 🎉

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If you need help with Graphic Design I wholeheartedly recommend you reach out to Debbie Stratton with Design Dog Studio. She will make you look great, save time and get more business!

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We Don’t Know What We Don’t Know🤷‍♂️

This is why I value my Marketing Colab. In this fast-paced world, having trusted partners who excel in their fields is essential. Here are some useful tips you might not know:

🚀Google Business Profile Update: Google will be shutting down the Google Business Profile chat and call history feature on July 31, 2024. If you use these features for your business, please download your chat and call history before the deadline to archive the data in your CRM software and database. Thank you to Susan Mann Local Herbert Agency and Google My Business Expert for this crucial update. Knowing this ahead of time prevents the loss of valuable information.

📣 Effective Communication Tip: Avoid underlining text in your communications. Underlining, a relic from typewriter days, can make text harder to read and is now commonly used to indicate hyperlinks. Thank you, Debbie Stratton Design Dog Studio, for your expertise in typesetting, ensuring my marketing materials are polished and professional.

👕Ordering Corporate Apparel: There’s more to ordering corporate shirts, hats, and other apparel online than just selecting styles and fabrics. For example, certain styles might run small, or some fabrics may not be suitable for screen printing. Thank you Suzanne Mitchell, MAS Zamar Screen Printing Inc. for sharing your knowledge and expertise, helping your customers avoid costly mistakes.

🚨Spam Email Alert: There is a new kind of spam that appears neutral and benign. These emails often have no links or attachments, so our guard may not be up. However, they can still be harmful. Spammers use these emails to bait responses. Simply opening the email or responding confirms that your email is active, moving your address to a more targeted (and malicious) list. I’m sharing this to help you stay safe from digital threats. Mary Wuest Electronic Storefronts

Having knowledgeable partners who keep me informed helps me make better decisions for my business. Please reach out to any of us with any questions or clarifications on these business tips. It will be our pleasure to help.

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Be Aware: Subscription Bomb Attacks Affecting Inboxes

❓ What is a Subscription Bomb ❓

If you're receiving a flood of emails for newsletters and subscriptions you didn't sign up for, you might be experiencing a "subscription bomb" attack. In this scam, attackers use bots to sign your email up for hundreds of mailing lists at once, overwhelming your inbox with junk mail.

❓ Why Is This Happening ❓

✔ Concealing Fraud: Scammers use this tactic to hide important security notifications from your bank or other accounts, making it easier for them to commit fraud without you noticing.

✔ Creating Nuisance: Sometimes, it's simply to annoy and disrupt your day.

❓ What Can You Do ❓

✔ Enable Bulk Mail Filters: This will prevent most subscription emails from cluttering your inbox.

✔ Create Custom Filter Rules: Block emails with common "subscription confirmation" phrases.

✔ Block & Report: Block Sender and report spam.

✔ Check for Financial Fraud: Be extra vigilant with your online accounts. Scammers may use subscription bombs to hide unauthorized withdrawals or purchases from institutions like your bank, PayPal, or Amazon.

Stay Vigilant 🔍 and Prosper 📈

🌟 Whether you're aiming to enrich your website design and presence, optimize your advertising strategy, or rejuvenate your brand identity, our collaborative efforts ensure a comprehensive approach to your marketing triumph. By combining our strengths in SEO optimization, local online advertising, website development, promotional merchandise, and graphic design, the collective expertise of our team members listed below offers a seamless solution to elevate your brand and achieve tangible results. Let's unite our efforts to unlock the full potential of your business!

🚀Debbie Stratton | Design Dog Studio
🚀Mary Wuest | | Electronic Storefronts
🚀Susan Mann | Local Herbert AgencyLocal Herbert Agency
🚀Suzanne Mitchell, MAS | Zamar Screen Printing Inc.Zamar Screen Printing Inc.