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A concerning new warning has been issued and it's not something any of us should overlook. UK network O2, now part of Virgin Media, has reported a rapid increase in text scams targeting smartphone owners across the UK. These scams are designed to trick people into handling over personal details and money . ‌

According to the company there has been a 'significant rise' in fraudulent texts, ranging from parking tickets, recruitment messages, fake prize scams and the notorious "Hi mum" message. For those unfamiliar, the 'Hi mum' trick is one of the most alarming and profitable for hackers. Scammers send a message pretending to be a family member in distress, asking for urgent financial help - it may sound far-fetched but this tactic has already cost victims thousands of pou

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