Scam Alert: Phone ‘surveys’ to promote fraudulent investment platforms
The Financial Markets Authority is warning the public about a recent scam involving fake phone ‘surveys’ to promote fraudulent investment platforms.
These scams steal personal information, take your money, and demand more in “fees” but you never see a payout.
Be very cautious about unsolicited calls or messages about financial services.
Check if an entity is registered on the Financial Service Providers Register.
More details can be found here, along with a running list of known entities connected to the scam.
Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
🎉 2026 is almost here!
We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?
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9% Yes! New Year, New Me
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21.7% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
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69.3% Nah - not for me
Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!
Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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78.7% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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21.3% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
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