Robocalls, texts, and phishing emails from scammers are up this tax season compared to previous years, according to the consumer protection bureau of the FTC.
As spring shopping spikes, an expert gives Newsweek tips to avoid rising online scam when hunting for seasonal deals.
A Reuters investigation alleges billions were earned from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram. Consumer Reports has tips to ...
A Meta-powered investment scam is spreading across 25 countries - how to spot (and avoid) it ...
While not all car warranties are scams, consumers should be cautious of unsolicited third-party offers. Common scams involve high-pressure tactics, fake manufacturer affiliations, and official-looking ...
There are plenty of tickets for World Cup matches for sale, but which ones are legit? Experts weigh in on how to detect a ...
Dear Savvy Senior: My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? — Almost 80 Dear ...
A woman shared the "Clickfix" scheme that tried to infect her computer in a viral social-media post.
Chances are you’ve received a call, email, or text message from a scammer before, even if you didn’t realize it. Scammers often reach out to people with seemingly legitimate concerns. However, they ...
1. Tech Support Scam: This is the most common scam targeting older adults. Fraudsters pose as IT specialists from well-known companies like Microsoft or Apple, often using pop-up alerts, emails or ...
Former Secret Service agent, author and NBC News law enforcement analyst Evy Poumpouras joins TODAY with tips for protecting your finances and digital identity from fraud and scams during the spring ...
Are you planning *** stay at an Airbnb or Verbo? Watch out for these scams that could cost you hundreds of dollars or leave you scrambling for new housing. Scammers are known to create fake property ...