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One in five consumers victim of online fraud

Nearly one in five Greek consumers have fallen victim to online shopping scams during holiday periods, a survey conducted by the Swedish financial services company Klarna has shown.

"Consumers have to be especially careful when shopping online, as there is danger of falling victim to online frauds by suspicious outlets," said Ilias Pitsavos, the head of Klarna's Greek division.

Nearly one in five consumers victim to e-shopping frauds

Nearly one in five Greek consumers have fallen victim to online shopping scams during holiday seasons, a survey conducted by the Swedish financial services company Klarna showed.

"Consumers have to be especially careful when shopping online, as there is danger of falling victim to online frauds by suspicious outlets," said Ilias Pitsavos, the head of Klarna's Greek division.

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