There are a number of refund scam emails currently circulating. These emails claim to come from the ATO and offer a tax refund.
A number of people have been receiving emails purportedly from the Australian Taxation Office, saying that they are eligible to receive a tax refund, and asking them to click on a link to submit a request. The government's Stay Secure Online site and the ATO have both issued advice on how to handle these emails. Don't click on links or give out any information.
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Ukrainian police partner with US, South Korea for raid on Clop ransomware members
Police in Ukraine raided 21 buildings and homes near Kyiv that they said were connected to the Clop ransomware group.
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Brazil seeks $1 billion to bolster connectivity plan
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Punjab government to block mobile SIM cards of citizens who refuse to get COVID-19 jab
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Dentist charged by SEC for digital token project fraud, pump-and-dump AI stock scheme
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Productivity Commission says getting mobile phones and tablets fixed should be easier
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Linux Foundation readies Global COVID Certificate Network
The Linux Foundation Public Health is releasing the infrastructure for the first international COVID-19 passport. It's being considered for use by both the United Nations and the ...
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