Scamming is big business. From talent-scouting scams targeting children to student-loan-forgiveness scams targeting college graduates, scammers see age as nothing more than a number. They're willing ...

A new report reveals identity crime is becoming more financially severe, with 35% of reported losses exceeding $10,000.

If you're concerned about scams in 2025, start by monitoring your texts. Many of the most common internet scams of the year start with a text message. Of course, scams are everywhere because the ...

The Consumer Federation of America has sued the tech giant, alleging it failed to protect users from ads tied to fraud while ...

Even tech-savvy and experienced internet users can fall victim to online scams. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology and psychology to exploit trust and emotions. Fake ...

Editor’s note: This piece was corrected to update the author’s title. In September, the European Commission launched formal inquiries into some of the largest companies on the internet, including ...

The WhatsApp logo appears on a smartphone screen and as a background on a computer screen in this photo illustration in Athens, Greece, on August 6, 2025. WhatsApp takes down 6.8 million accounts ...

A lawsuit from the Consumer Federation of America accuses Meta of misleading consumers about its efforts to combat scams advertisements on its platforms.

Popular holiday scams include fake delivery notifications, gift card scams, charity scams and more. Scams seem to be getting more and more convincing each year, but learning to spot the signs can help ...

Novato is the latest municipality in the Bay Area to be hit by a nationwide internet scam targeting residents, businesses and government agencies. The scam involves planning and building permits. The ...

SmartCustomer reports on Mother's Day flower scams, highlighting issues like missing bouquets, bait-and-switch tactics, and ...

If you’re an honest person, it may be difficult for you to believe that someone would scam you. Internet scammers can be slick enough to convince you they’re someone they’re not. Only you can protect ...