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Spot the Red Flags: High-Pressure Pitches and Odd Payment Requests Are Clues You’re Dealing with an AI Scam

Artificial intelligence has made scams more convincing than ever, and many victims do not realize they are being manipulated until the money is already gone....

I almost fell for a scammer. This one rule saved me — and could help you, too.

Scams are sophisticated and come in many shapes and forms. It’s easy to be fooled.

Fake romance to missed deliveries: How to protect yourself from three common scams

Romance and investment fraud is at record levels but what can you do to prevent being caught out.

5 Payment Demands That Always Mean a Scam

Scammers have become remarkably sophisticated, but one thing about them rarely changes: they want your money fast and through unusual payment methods. Every year, Americans...

Lenders ramp up scam defenses

Financial institutions are implementing new strategies to detect scams earlier and being more proactive to stop fraudulent payments.

Is That Call, Text or Email Real? Here’s How to Identify Scams

Scams are more advanced than ever, in large part thanks to AI. But there are still ways to identify them.

How to prevent scamming of senior citizens?

I was at the grocery store last week and the senior citizen behind me had a handful of $100 bills and some gift cards or prepaid credit card... read more...

These AI Scams All Have Red Flags. Here's How to Spot Them

The best thing you can do is to stay cautious and never hand over sensitive data.

Don’t get taken in by event ticket scams

High-demand events present a golden opportunity for cyber-criminals. Here’s how to make sure the ticket you buy is the real thing. The post Don’t get taken in by event ticket scams...

Online Scams Have Evolved in the A.I. Era. Here’s What to Do.

A criminal could be masquerading as a celebrity, web store or family member asking for your money. Detecting scams requires a new approach.

Scam stoppers: 5 ways CPAs can help older clients fight financial fraud

More than 80% of attendees in a recent ENGAGE session reported they’ve had at least one client compromised by a financial scam. The presenter explains how CPAs can be “fraud gateke...

The ABCs of Avoiding Scams

by Debbie Burke Seductive scammers have long targeted authors but, in the past few years, AI tools like Chat GPT, Claude, and Gemini scaled fraudsters’ abilities to reach millions...

Privacy Tip #496 – Imposter Scams Hit Senior Population Hard: How to Avoid Becoming a Victim

Online Scams: Ten Tips to Avoid Getting Taken

When it comes time to buy or sell a vintage trailer, consumers have several options to reach 1,000s of people… The post Online Scams:...

Why Smart People Fall for Scams and How to Protect Yourself

We all tend to think we’d be smart enough to catch a scam. And the truth is, most of us are. But behavioural science tells us that doesn’t really matter, and scammers know this, to...

Loan Scams: How to Spot Red Flags Before You Become a Victim

“Why do I keep getting voicemails about loans?” If you’ve been asking this question recently, you’re not the only one. Loan scams are on the rise, and some scammers are easier to s...

SF Launches ‘StopScams SF’ to Help Residents Prevent, Recover From Fraud

The city of San Francisco launched a new program aimed at spreading awareness about the latest scams and providing support to SF residents who become victims of fraud.

If a Caller Does Any of These 5 Things, Hang Up Immediately

Your phone rings, and the person on the other end sounds professional, confident, and even helpful. They may know your name, your address, or details...

Deed theft is on the rise – how brokers can protect their clients

A veteran broker shares the warning signs brokers should be looking for to help prevent scams

FTC Warning: Crypto ATM Scams Up 1,000%—How To Protect Yourself

Cryptocurrency ATM scams are surging, with FTC data showing a 1,000% increase in losses. Learn how scammers operate and how to protect yourself.

Fighting Scams: Top 5 Categories to Watch in 2026

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...

Trust & Safety Tuesdays: Phishing

With the advances of technology and the rise of A.I., it is imperative that we remain aware and informed about scamming and fraud trends. Practicing good security habits for our on...

Our latest fraud and scams advisory

An overview from Google’s Trust & Safety teams on the most recent online scam trends.

Keep eyes out for scammers, Newton County sheriff warns

Scams continue to plague the area, but Newton County is taking a stand.Read their full press release below:Over the last year, scam and fraud crimes have continued to increase in N...