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Multiple scams target consumers via email and text

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EE does not operate a points programme.

7 backing sources

EE advises never clicking unknown links, not replying to suspicious messages, not calling the number, and not sharing personal details.

8 backing sources

Open Questions

5 questions
How many people have fallen victim to these scams overall?
What specific actions are Apple, Google, and EE taking to block RCS-based scam messages?
Are the scammers behind the different scams (iCloud, PayPal, EE, Vodafone, Apple Pay) connected?
What is the total financial loss reported from these scams?
How are the scammers obtaining phone numbers and email addresses to target victims?
EE's points program existencereported_dispute

EE does not operate a points programme.

According to Daily Mirror - Main
vs.

EE does not offer a points-for-rewards scheme; instead it has partnered with Airtime for rewards.

According to ee.co.uk

Context: Both sources agree EE does not have a traditional points program, but ee.co.uk clarifies there is a partnership with Airtime for rewards, which could be misinterpreted as a points program. This is a minor clarification, not a true contradiction.

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