Scammers are using artificial intelligence to trick people looking for love this Valentine’s Day. Fraudsters are sending people AI-generated images, videos and voice messages over social media or ...
According to the FTC, fraud losses hit $15.9 billion in 2025. Imposter scams led in sheer number of reports, but investment scams caused the steepest financial damage.
Cryptocurrency kiosk scams are rapidly increasing as fraudsters pressure consumers into depositing cash into crypto ATMs.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (WHAT THE TECH?) — It happens so often that scammers call and pull off some elaborate scheme that preys on the most vulnerable people. There is a YouTuber who is turning the tables. ...
Ankita Shrivastav says she did a stand-up comedy piece on her experience to raise awareness "Hello ma'am, I'm calling from ...
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta Thursday issued a consumer alert warning the public to beware of Social Security-related scams and other government imposter scams. “Scammers are ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A new year with the same old scams. The BBB said older consumers continue to be the primary target, and for victims over the age ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Scammers target people by asking them for an 'urgent' code. (mihailomilovanovic via Getty Images) The speed with which it strikes ...
Cybersecurity researchers warn that World Cup 2026 scammers are using AI-generated images, fake websites, and ...
Meta removed 10.9 million Facebook and Instagram accounts linked to “criminal scam centers” last year, the company announced on Wednesday. The disruptive action—a joint effort of the Royal Thai Police ...
Scammers often use aggressive language, claim your warranty is expiring, and request sensitive information. Legitimate home warranty companies are transparent about terms, use licensed technicians and ...
South Africans are losing billions to scams every year, prompting Capitec to launch Slam the Scam, a new fraud awareness ...