News - CPR Call Blockers

Scam calls can originate from both local and international sources, but the way they operate, the tactics they use, and the risks they present can vary significantly depending on their...

High-risk periods such as tax season, benefit renewals, or major financial deadlines often trigger a surge in scam activity, because fraudsters take advantage of heightened awareness, urgency, and confusion around...

Unknown calls are one of the most common entry points for scam attempts, because fraudsters rely on curiosity, urgency, and impersonation to encourage people to answer without verification. For many...

Pressure-based scam tactics are designed to override rational thinking by creating urgency, fear, or emotional stress, often pushing individuals to act quickly without verifying information. These tactics are particularly effective...

Repeated exposure to scam calls can create more than short-term inconvenience, because over time it increases the likelihood of financial loss, behavioural changes, and long-term vulnerability, particularly for older adults...

Families often focus on technology when protecting against scam calls, but clear and consistent call-answering rules are just as important in reducing risk, especially in households where multiple people use...