With AI fueling new schemes, scams have become a booming business—and 2026 could be the most lucrative year yet. I show you how to spot them and stay safe.

Messages claiming you're due a tax refund are sent by scammers spoofing the IRS and other tax agencies. The FTC has some advice for making it safely through tax season.

If you think you’ve fallen victim to an Apple Pay scam, time is of the essence. It may be possible to cancel a payment, by ...

Learn the 15 most common financial scams targeting consumers today and how to spot red flags, protect your money, and avoid ...

As the rise of artificial intelligence continues to confuse even the most chronically online with what’s real and what’s not, law enforcement agencies are warning it’s more important than ever to be ...

Scammers don’t take time off for the holidays. In fact, this time of year is prime season for fraud, especially as people shop, gift and travel more than usual. Staying alert, taking a moment to ...

Question: What are these Bitcoin ATM scams targeting the elderly, so I can warn my parents? Answer: Bitcoin ATM scams are one of the fastest-growing ways criminals are stealing money, especially from ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — This year, holiday shopping is expected to see a boost of up to 4% in spending, even with the economic uncertainties hanging around, according to the International Council of Shopping ...

OF THE TOP HOLIDAY SCAMS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM. SCAMMERS DON’T SUDDENLY TAKE A BREAK TO SPREAD JOY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON. HERE ARE SOME SCAMS TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS TIME OF YEAR. IF YOU’RE THINKING ...

CLEMSON, S.C. (WSPA) – The City of Clemson is dealing with a resurgence of fake invoice scams. David Jones is a property developer in Clemson. He regularly submits projects for the city commission’s ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — If you’ve received a scam call this year you are not alone. According to recent data released by the Federal Trade Commission, Tennessee ranks second in the country for the ...