Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Google Chromecast Adds Radio Stations and Podcasts

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chromecast (2)-623-80Great news, Google Chromecast is adding Tunein which means the device will now have over 100,000 radio stations both nationally and internationally that can be heard on your TV, also 4 million Podcasts (including The TheIndustry.biz Radio Show) will  be offered as well. Chromecast is a thumbdrive like device that fits into the HDMI port on a TV. The company is trying to be ahead of the race for streaming. When asked if people are willing to listen to radio in the house, John Donham, Tunein CEO stated “A tremendous amount of listening happens in the house… ” This could mean more problems for major cable companies that are not struggling to stay afloat as well as Apple. Chromecast is also adding Comedy Central, Epix, Encore Play and more. The Chromecast device costs $35.00

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