Understanding Frauds & Scams
A Senior Planet Tech Lecture
Wednesday, August 12
10:30am - 11:30am
We’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll also look at examples to see how AI contributes to the spread of scams.
The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill. In this lecture, we’ll review some of the most common scams, offer tips for avoiding them, and go over what to do if you do get scammed. We’ll look at sample emails, texts, and deepfakes to see how AI contributes to the increased spread and complexity of scams. We’ll also provide helpful resources for staying informed about the latest scams
Questions about this program? Contact the Aspen Hill branch at 240 773-9410.
By joining this MCPL program, you agree to abide by our rules of conduct. Library staff has the authority to remove you from this program if we deem your behavior to be inappropriate, to ensure the safety of staff and customers.
Accommodation Requests
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AGE GROUP: | Older Adult | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Computer and Technology Skills |
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