What are romance scams and how can they be avoided?
“The added layer of emotional deception involved with romance scams means that victims could be left emotionally and financially devastated”.
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The latest news, expertise and thought leadership from Lloyds Banking Group.
7 May 2025 | Peter Glancy
The UK’s pensions landscape has dramatically evolved over the past 20 years. Today, factors such as changes in policy, the rise of new technologies and a changing economy, have all significantly impacted the way that people are preparing for retirement.
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Lloyds alerts Oasis fans to surge in ticket scams, with victims losing £436 on average
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“The added layer of emotional deception involved with romance scams means that victims could be left emotionally and financially devastated”.
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Fraud doesn’t only impact finances – like any other crime, it can have a knock-on effect on the victim’s mental well-being and sense of safety.
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Financial fraud is one of the most common types of crime in the UK. Find out how Lloyds Banking Group is cracking down on 'money mules' accounts.
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Over a third of parents have never spoken to their children about staying safe from fraud while gaming online according to new research by Lloyds Bank.
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Scammers are deviously adaptable. From targeted phone-calls to vulnerable people, to phishing emails to online shoppers, there’s always a new kind of hustle being developed.
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9 April 2025 | Josh Cunningham
Right now, the digital landscape is changing at an unprecedented rate. Each week, it seems, a new story emerges around the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the opportunities it will likely bring over the coming years and decades.
14 March 2025 | Rohit Dhawan
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will revolutionise the financial services industry over the coming decade. And the transformation will be broad – impacting everything from customer experience to administrative operations.
10 March 2025 | Elyn Corfield
UK SMEs have shown time and again that they are not only able to withstand uncertainty, but thrive in it. And entrepreneurs are especially skilled at turning challenges into opportunities. So, with that in mind, what can UK SMEs expect from 2025?