Beware of Scams: Fraudsters Re-Use Casino Logos to Deceive Online Users
Great Canadian Entertainment has issued a warning about a new online gambling scam circulating in Atlantic Canada. The premier operator cautioned that scammers are employing images and logos from both Casino Nova Scotia and Casino New Brunswick in a fraudulent online campaign aimed at extracting personal and banking information from unsuspecting individuals.
Chuck Keeling, Executive Vice President for Stakeholder Engagement, Community, and Social Responsibility at Great Canadian Entertainment, emphasized that the ads featuring actual photographs and logos of the two casinos, along with debit and credit card icons, are entirely fake. The company, owner and operator of both establishments, has posted warnings on its official website to alert the public to the ongoing fraudulent activity.
Residents in Atlantic Canada are urged to exercise caution and double-check the legitimacy of online gaming sites that may appear familiar and local, especially those that pop up on social media. Currently, the Atlantic Lottery Corporation is the only regulated provider of legal iGaming options in the region, and any other operations are considered grey-market.
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The fake ads are a cause for concern, prompting Nova Scotia's Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solution to contact the police regarding the fraudulent activity. Chuck Keeling noted that the deceptive campaigns, including Instagram and Facebook promotions using the casino names and logos, are under investigation. The public is advised to remain vigilant in protecting personal and financial information online, reporting suspicious ads using the social media platforms' tools for reporting scams. This incident highlights the need for increased awareness to combat the recurring threat of scams targeting individuals in the online gambling space.
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Scammers are getting more creative, and it's essential for users to stay informed and vigilant. I appreciate the warning from Great Canadian Entertainment. Always verify the legitimacy of online gaming sites, especially those that seem too good to be true. Report suspicious activities to protect the online gaming community.
This serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cybersecurity and online safety. The use of actual casino logos in fake ads is a concerning trend. Let's hope for swift action from authorities to bring these scammers to justice and protect unsuspecting individuals.
It's shocking to see scammers exploiting casino logos for fraudulent activities. Kudos to Great Canadian Entertainment for promptly warning the public. Always double-checking online gaming sites is crucial to avoid falling victim to such deceitful schemes.