Valentine’s Day is a very popular holiday and a major shopping event early in the year. So much so, that projections from the National Retail Federation estimate consumer spending could reach $27.5 billion.
However, scammers are also out in full force to exploit those planning a romantic evening, buying gifts or searching for love online.
Let’s look at the fraudulent schemes you can expect:
1. Spam Emails and Phishing Scams
Scammers take advantage of Valentine’s Day by sending mass phi