Physical and online safety are more important now than ever. All North Dakotans are encouraged to exercise caution when researching COVID-19 information online and engaging in any online activity. Malicious actors are exploiting the pandemic for monetary gain, to steal personal information, and/or to intentionally mislead the public.
When pitched an investment, investors should always ask if the salesperson and the investment itself are properly licensed or registered. This information can be confirmed by state and federal securities regulators.