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The FBI says scammers are creating fake websites and other schemes to pretend to be with the FBI as a way to reach more potential victims.
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The FBI says scammers are creating fake websites and other schemes to pretend to be with the FBI as a way to reach more potential victims.
That phone call, text or knock at the door could be the start of a costly scam. Learn the warning signs behind five common fraud schemes—and what to do if you think you’ve been tar...
Caller ID looks official. A calm voice says there’s a problem with your Social Security benefits, your Medicare coverage, or your bank account—and you need...
When Simon’s wife of 43 years passed away, it felt a bit like he’d died too. In his overwhelming grief, Simon sought companionship online, like so many other lonely widows and w...
Get to know the signs of this new form of scam that combines real and fake information to create a whole new identity. The post Synthetic identity fraud: The scam that’s fooling le...
Most common scams: Online purchases/counterfeit products. Scammers fake legitimate brands, offer high end goods at big discounts. The post Better Business Bureau: Biggest scams t...
Beware of scammers pretending to be RichAds Some people online are pretending to be RichAds representatives. They use fake accounts, fake websites, and messaging apps like WhatsApp...
Older adults lost over $2.4 billion to scams in 2024. Find out how to recognize and avoid these dangerous scams. The post Fighting Scams: Top 5 Categories to Watch in 2026 appeared...
So much of our lives happens online these days, from banking to shopping and socialising. It’s no surprise that fraudsters have followed, making financial scams more sophisticated...
A convincing payment warning can quickly become an expensive trap for anyone who reacts before checking the facts.A scam text received by a Daily Voice editor claims Apple Pay is c...
An email saying your lab results are ready can be difficult to ignore, especially when it carries familiar MyChart branding and appears to involve your...
A new FTC consumer alert is warning about "refund and recovery" scams. These scams target those who were already impacted by scams and claim they can help you get your money back.
A $545,000 wire fraud loss recently made national headlines when a South Carolina coastal town sent that amount to what it thought was a construction contractor, but it turned out...
Scammers put a lot of time, effort, creativity and technology into their scams. You don’t have to be dumb to be scammed, and we've got real stories to prove it. The post How to Avo...
A Pennsylvania man lost $35,000 in an elaborate government imposter scam involving fake Federal Trade Commission officials, remote computer access, and in-person cash exchanges.
Although both the Trump administration and Congress are pursuing new options, victims still have little recourse.
Stay informed about scams in 2026. Discover the top five categories to watch and learn how to protect yourself effectively. The post Vincent Russo on CFN Live: Fighting Scams appea...
Scammers are contacting vendors and applicants with fraudulent payment requests and sending out fake online application forms to trade at festivals
A Pennsylvania man lost $35,000 in an elaborate government imposter scam involving fake Federal Trade Commission officials, remote computer access, and in-person cash exchanges.
The fake accounts look real - and the fee to unlock them is the whole trap
The Ministry of Finance will not contact members of the public through Telegram. The post How Scammers Use Government Benefits And Failed Delivery Messages To Take Over Your Accou...
Impersonation scams – where callers or texts claim to be from trusted entities such as banks, HMRC or even the police – are rife … and growing‘I’ve £80k in the account, here’s my p...
Imagine receiving a text from someone claiming to be a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) employee who says they can help you recover money you lost...
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