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Phone and SMS scams: why don't we do more to stop them?

Público13 September 2026 at 00:20

When one type of scam starts to become known, another emerges to replace it. The evolution of technology provides new instruments to scammers, who constantly adapt their methods to deceive victims. The article addresses the persistence of phone and SMS scams, questioning why more measures are not taken to prevent these crimes. This is an opinion piece by António Mendonça Pinto.

Why this matters

Readers in Portugal face a growing risk of being targeted by phone and SMS scams, and this article draws attention to the need for greater protection. The question raised about the inaction of authorities and telecommunications companies is relevant to anyone who owns a mobile phone, as these schemes continue to evolve and adapt to new technologies.

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