Famous names that have been used illegally in fake ads to con unsuspecting people to part with their hard-earned money. Martin Lewis DOES NOT DO ADS and reveals his fury in the following videos:-
The following video highlights such a bitcoin scam:-
In the following video, Martin Lewis reveals his fury on an online ad and praises a retired teacher who shares her scam story:-
Examples of such ads include:
- - fake celebrity news, such as reporting a celebrity has been assaulted or has died when that is not true, or links through to websites making these claims
- - false celebrity endorsements, such as claiming a celebrity made their money through cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and is encouraging others to do the same
- - false claims that a celebrity or TV programme endorses products such as CBD gummies, diet supplements, or other health products
- - clearly false or outlandish claims for products, for example that a device can save 90% on energy bills, or offering miracle cures.
Reporting to the ASA online scam ads watch the following video:-
For further information on online harms, the Online Safety Bill factsheet may be helpful.
Use the ASA online form to quickly tell them about an online ad if you think it might be a scam at www.asa.org.uk/scams.