Tuesday's lesson- Independent research for concept idea

develop concept can be: linked to your idea- make it more belivable how to film something an effect (practical or special) concept research: how police actually work a crime scene how to disarm someone -technician working a camera presenting research what research have you done and why? break down (screenshots) summaries points and what you will be using how will research impact your concept idea and how you can use it? making something? ---------- Scamming- scheme or trick used to cheat someone out of something for money/ information. https://youtu.be/OilJqVgRSFY You can spot a scam when: someone asks for your personal or bank information; supposedly "banks or organizations" ask for payment in vouchers transfer money over the phone to a different account any part of your pin code emote access to your computer or mobile device threaten to arrest you over the phone, in a letter or email for not paying a fee Ways of scam Phone scams Bank scams Phishing emails- when a fake email is sent pretending to be the person's bank account such as PayPal. Email contains a link to a "bank's website", a fake site to get the person's details. Perhaps making up that a person is a victim of fraud- may ask to transfer all your funds into a ‘safe account’ because your account has been taken over. Computer software scams Scammers call claiming to be from a software company to help fix a problem with the computer and they need full remote access to your computer to fix it. Calling Scammers by their real names scammers faked a website- a computer support company which runs diagnostic through connecting to the computer followed instructions to download 'supremo control' once scammer had control of desktop- downloaded more remote access software in order to darken the screen when he wants then sent an email with a contract to hold on to money man watched what was going on on scammer's computer recordings of scamming calls https://youtu.be/jXRHb4sCM8c asks current address, email, last digits of social security bank account Credit Card Scammers on the Dark Web Credit card fraud has been on the rise for about a decade. In 2016 alone, losses topped $24 billion worldwide, half of which affected cardholders in the US. With a virtually unlimited amount of money to be made scamming, some tech-savvy criminals have turned ripping off credit card numbers into a full-time gig. VICE met up with a scammer for an inside look at the shady underground profession. He walked us through the process, showing us how he buys stolen accounts on the dark web, prints pilfered numbers on blank cards, and buys thousands of dollars worth of goods with stolen money. He also explained why he got into the game in the first place—and what it would take for him to get out. How I Stole $2.8M as a Teenager | Fakes, Frauds and Scammers In a series of candid interviews, we relive some of the most audacious scams and fraudulent stunts of our time from the mouths of the perpetrators themselves. Whether it’s money, fame or simply an addiction to lying, we find out what motivated these tricksters and whether the highs, lows and ramifications were worth it in the end. In this episode of Fakes, Frauds & Scammers, we meet Elliot Castro who as a teenager stole £2.5m through credit card fraud and blasted the lot on Rolex watches, cars, top-end restaurants and five-star hotels in every country in Europe. But it wasn’t long before his champagne lifestyle would spell his downfall. 'Phishing scam' Attempt to obtain your personal information such as usernames, passwords, PIN, credit card details, money, etc. Pretend to be your bank or another financial institution- may do this via email, phone call, etc. Give you a reason why they need your personal information- use details to access your account. Imply a sense of urgency. Emails often include an official-looking logo, convincing details about you (obtained through social media) with links to cloned websites On phone call- might say something like there is a fraudulent transaction on their account- ends up sharing account numbers, passwords who uses this to steal money Things banks don't do- Ask for full PIN number or any online banking passwords over the phone or via email Convince an individual that they are a victim of fraud- ask for personal and financial information Include card details, four digits pins and passwords someone might have access to your account. For example, if your: card or security details have been lost or stolen statement shows payments you don't recognise card has reached its limit or account has gone into overdraft - and you weren't expecting it This is called 'identity theft'. If you start getting bank letters, bills or letters from debt collectors that you know nothing about, this might have happened to you. You should contact your bank straight away and let them know. Keep a record of all conversations you have with the bank and copies of letters to do with the fraud. The bank will investigate, take action to protect your accounts and refer the crime to the police.