The world is full of con artists. And they’re now using AI to create convincing fake websites, emails, texts, audio, and video for their scams. Fraud losses reported to the Federal Trade Commission ...

Scammers are sending polished “refund approved” messages that look like they’re from the IRS, but clicking the link can lead ...

It's easier than ever to fall victim to scams in 2026.

Chances are you’ve received a call, email, or text message from a scammer before, even if you didn’t realize it. Scammers often reach out to people with seemingly legitimate concerns. However, they ...

If an online message seems suspicious, or triggers a strong emotional response, pause and verify what you can before ...

Dear Savvy Senior: My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? — Almost 80 Dear ...

Scam emails are getting better at looking official. This one claims to be an urgent warning from Microsoft about your email account. It looks serious. It feels time sensitive. And that is exactly the ...

From deepfake calls to phishing emails, AI-generated scams are on the rise. Learn the most common tactics and how to protect ...

Scammers are impersonating famous authors, publishers and even. Here's how to stay safe amid a new wave of AI-driven scams.

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