The Police's New Warning: Fraud with Gift Cards
Swedish police have issued a warning about a new type of fraud involving gift cards, where criminals impersonate trusted individuals to solicit help in purchasing the cards.
Police warn of gift card fraud
The police are warning the public about an increasing trend in gift card fraud, where scammers impersonate acquaintances to solicit help in purchasing gift cards.
Queues formed for Biltema's 20 euro gift card – Adelina arrived in a business jet worth over 20 million euros
Biltema's store opening in Luleå took an unusual turn with the arrival of a luxury Gulfstream 280 jet, attracting attention amidst the distribution of €20 gift cards to visitors.
Elgiganten Will Pay for More Old Electronics
Elgiganten introduces a new initiative to encourage the recycling of old electronics by offering customers gift cards or discounts in exchange for their used devices.
Top 5 Best Apps to Sell Gift Cards in Nigeria (2026): High Rates & Instant Payout
The article reviews the best apps for selling gift cards in Nigeria, focusing on user needs for high rates and instant payouts.
High street chain WON’T honour gift cards after collapsing into administration
Russell & Bromley, a luxury shoe chain, has ceased to honor gift cards and loyalty points following its administration and acquisition by Next, which saved only a few stores from closure.
Tomi bought a €550 gift card for his son – this is what happened
A €550 gift card purchased by Tomi Koski for his son became worthless due to the bankruptcy of the parent company, Indoor Group, which legally cannot honor pre-bankruptcy gift cards.
Major retail brand files for bankruptcy as customers have less than a month to use gift cards
Eddie Bauer has filed for bankruptcy, with customers advised to use gift cards and loyalty points before they expire in under a month.
The terrible truth emerged for a man after three years of messaging
A man from Iisalmi reported to the police that he was the victim of a fraud scheme involving a female scammer he met online, leading him to send her €24,000 in gift cards over three years.
Boohoo shoppers fuming over refund 'scam' after scandals rocked fashion empire
Boohoo customers are expressing frustration over refund issues with the fashion retailer, claiming they were misled and received gift cards instead of cash refunds.
Lorna Luxe reveals tear-jerking gift husband John made days before he died
Lorna Luxe shares the touching final gift from her late husband John, who passed away after a battle with stage four cancer, which included humorous Valentine's Day cards.
'I'm a self-made millionaire – here's why you should never buy gift cards as presents'
Self-made millionaire Mark Tilbury argues against purchasing gift cards, labeling them as ineffective and a waste of money compared to cash gifts.
Vigilant store staff in Hylte stopped romance fraud
Store employees in Hylte prevented a significant romance fraud by alerting authorities after a victim had already sent gift cards worth around 40,000 SEK to the scammer.