As Zelle makes it easier than ever to send money, it also becomes easier than ever to lose cash to the wrong people. Here are five common Zelle scams to avoid.

Internet scams are constantly evolving. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) documented a record of more than $16 billion in losses due to internet crimes in 2024—up 33% from 2023. Right now, con ...

Spammers, scammers, and snake-oil peddlers are at an all-time high thanks to the internet. Scamming tactics are ever-changing and are becoming increasingly creative, making them hard for the average ...

Fraud is especially high in car rentals, taxis, and food services, with cities like Cancun, Bangkok, and Los Angeles reporting the most incidents. Mastercard recommends using credit cards with fraud ...

Peer-to-peer payment apps like Venmo offer an easy way to send money to friends and family as well as businesses selling goods and services—but that ease makes them a target for scams involving theft ...

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It’s a sad fact, but true — so many of today’s most common scams work by preying on and exploiting trust, and our most human emotions. And that’s even more true when it comes to online dating scams ...

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Online scams abound during the holiday shopping season, but these expert-backed tips can help you stay one step ahead.

Resistance to simple security measures crosses the generational divide, according to a new report. Did your password make the ...

Thousands of older adults in Western New York are the target of deceptive scammers attempting to wiggle their way into their bank accounts. A national poll of elders found three in four adults ages 50 ...

If you’re traveling soon, make sure to be aware of the most common travel scams out there. Katie Nadworny is an Istanbul-based writer who specializes in stories at the intersection of culture and ...