New data has revealed that text message scams surged in 2024, resulting in overall losses amounting to $470 million. The report, published by Berks Community Television, highlights the most prevalent types of scams, including phishing attacks and fake deliveries. Scammers have increasingly used text messages to target unsuspecting victims, exploiting their trust and tricking them into providing personal information or making payments. In particular, phishing scams have evolved, becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect. The staggering financial damage underscores the crucial need for increased awareness and robust protection measures. Notably, experts emphasize that individuals should remain vigilant and skeptical of unsolicited messages, urging them to verify the authenticity of texts before responding. This rise in text message scams calls for enhanced security strategies and heightened public awareness campaigns.
Berks Community TelevisionNew data shows cost of living pressures impacting charities and communities
June 11, 2026
Recent data from the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) reveals that rising cost of living pressures are significantly impacting charities and communities across Australia.