网警提醒：七夕浪漫需警惕 筑牢“心防”识骗局

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increase in various scams during the Qixi Festival, emphasizing the need for vigilance against emotional and shopping-related frauds that exploit the romantic atmosphere of the holiday [1][20]. Group 1: Emotional Scams - Scammers pose as attractive individuals on dating sites and social media, using the festive mood to build trust and then request money under various pretenses such as travel expenses or medical emergencies [3][6]. - Messages or emails disguised as coming from an "ex" can contain phishing links that lead to malware or fraudulent sites aimed at stealing personal information [7][8]. Group 2: Shopping Scams - Fraudsters promote fake limited-time offers on e-commerce platforms, luring consumers to pay for goods that are either never delivered or are counterfeit [9][11]. - Scammers impersonate date partners or intermediaries, recommending high-end venues and sending fake booking links to extract large deposits or full payments [12][13]. Group 3: Investment Scams - Scammers leverage the holiday theme to entice victims into investing in fake platforms, promising high returns and using initial small payouts to encourage further investment before disappearing with the funds [14][16]. Group 4: Prevention Tips - Verification of identities through multiple channels is crucial when interacting with online acquaintances [16]. - Adhering to the principle of not transferring money or sharing sensitive information with strangers is essential [17]. - Transactions should only be conducted through reputable platforms, avoiding unknown links and QR codes [18]. - Maintaining a rational mindset against high-return investment schemes is vital, as they often turn out to be traps [19].