Scams come in all shapes and sizes, from the simple three-card monty sidewalk hustle to unauthorized trading that breaks banks. Whether or not you’ve been a victim of one, you’ve definitely heard of ...

FTC report reveals Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp scams drove $2.1 billion in losses as investment, shopping, and romance ...

What looks like a harmless party invite could be the gateway for a cybercriminal. Learn about the current state of online ...

From phishing emails to bogus tax credits, the IRS warns that scammers keep changing tactics. Here’s what you should know ...

person holding a smartphone in one hand, credit card in the other, with a laptop placed in the front - Garun .Prdt/Shutterstock The risks of walking around with your credit card are obvious, but it's ...

Officials say viral advice online could lead to serious consequences. — Pixabay/497608 Tax season is always busy, but this year, a growing threat is hiding in plain sight on social media. The Internal ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- In a stunning development, the overall volume of the local top scams spiked off the charts, almost doubling year over year from 1,196 to 2,553 in the year ending on Dec. 31, 2025. The ...

Most scams start with a simple search, not a hack. Your personal data is already publicly available on data broker sites and ...

Learn to identify cryptocurrency scams and protect your assets. Spot the red flags, report suspicious activities, and avoid ...

Jeff Carlson writes about mobile technology for CNET. He is also the author of dozens of how-to books covering a wide spectrum ranging from Apple devices and cameras to photo editing software and ...

The FBI San Diego Field Office warned the public Friday about a type of romance scams known as “confidence fraud,” an online method fraudsters use in which friendly or romantic relationships are ...