As a tourists wouldn't it be nice to have an On The Spot heads up about scams and other local trouble. Like at busy plazas such the Eifel tours, popular restaurants, or transit hubs.
Now you can! With Squintwerks Scam Cam we place AR triggers in places where people can easily access them and get important safety information.
Simply scan a posted Squintwerks marker and immediately, Scam Cam displays a quick video warning of known issues in the immediate area:
Pickpockets operating in a square or train station.
Restaurant scams (hidden charges, fake menus, credit card skimming).
Taxi or rideshare tricks common in that area.
Tourist traps (e.g., rigged games, overpriced photo ops).
Solutions It Brings
Local Intelligence → Visitors gain instant access to up-to-date warnings without having to search online.
Trust & Safety → Municipalities, tourism boards, and businesses can show they’re protecting visitors.
Global Adaptability → Warnings can be displayed in multiple languages for international travelers.
Community-Driven → Locals, businesses, and governments can contribute verified scam reports.
Use Cases
A signpost at a city square warns about pickpockets.
A restaurant sign alerts diners about common billing scams.
Transit hubs post overlays explaining how to buy tickets safely and avoid fake guides.
Tourism offices embed Scam Cam into maps and brochures.