The government's cybersecurity office says people on the Island have lost 'significant' amounts to an investment scam in the last week.
On social media, the Cyber Security Centre for the Isle of Man said last year Manx residents lost almost £140,000.
The scams involve get-rich-quick schemes offered online, but turn out to be attempts to take either people's cash or their personal details.
The office is offering advice online on how to spot scammers and avoid being taken for a ride.
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Company reveals hopes for Swiss Chalet
Work to reopen a landmark former restaurant which has been closed since 2019 is forging ahead.
Premium estate agent launches new license on Island
Premium property agent Fine & Country has launched a new license on the Isle of Man.
Signs approved for estate agent's new office
A local estate agent that's opening a new location in the south has had a planning application approved.
Number of aircraft registered here declining since 2022
The number of new aircraft being registered by the Isle of Man aircraft registry has been declining steadily since 2022.
Post Office profits up by over a million pounds
The Post Office says it's profits rose by more than a million pounds last year.
Information Commissioner partners with Jersey
The Island's information commissioner is joining forces with Jersey to understand the data protection challenges faced by organisations.
