Searching for your prom dress online can help you find more options or a lower price. But experts warn that scammers are using fake websites and deals to target teens and their parents. That's why ...

A Facebook scammer posing as Elon Musk tricked a victim with promises of a Tesla and $250,000, requesting gift cards that become untraceable once the codes are shared.

Police are urging caution against a jury duty scam after North Hampton Police Chief Kevin Walsh received a fake court order ...

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With their blend of ego and insecurity, writers are ideal marks for swindlers promising fortune and glory. Chatbots have turbocharged the con. By Julian Sancton Senior Features Editor Authors are at ...

Online scams have become part of everyday life. They appear in text messages, social media posts, emails, and even phone calls that seem to come from legitimate companies. Many of these messages look ...

LinkedIn has built its reputation as the world's most trusted professional network, with over 1.3 million members globally. Yet, LinkedIn scams have surged in recent years, with the platform detecting ...

A woman named Abigail believed she was in a romantic relationship with a famous actor. The messages felt real. The voice sounded right. The video looked authentic. And the love felt personal. By the ...

Every year begins with fresh starts and for many people, that means finding a new place to rent. That search often starts online: scrolling, clicking, and comparing what’s available. But Consumer ...

Elder fraud is a significant issue, with reported losses reaching nearly $5 billion in 2024. Scammers often build emotional connections through romance scams before making urgent requests for money.

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If it feels like it's getting harder and harder to avoid being scammed, that's because it is. In the age of artificial intelligence, scammers are using voice cloning that can sound very real, and ...