False Claims. Holiday fraud attempts are often made by making false claims that either a credit card was declined or that you are owed a refund of some sort, prompting you to engage and provide ...

Both cybersecurity experts report an increase in scam attempts, particularly during holiday seasons when consumers are distracted and making frequent online purchases. “It isn’t even exponential. It’s ...

Two designers share the details of an unfortunate cautionary tale. BOH provides a playbook to ensure it doesn’t happen to you ...

One of the most common gift-card scams throughout the year involves fraudsters contacting you and pretending to be from a ...

"The defendants allegedly carried out an organized fraud scheme ... that bankrolled their criminal enterprise," said NYPD ...

It's the most wonderful time of the year...for scammers trying to steal your money. Here’s what to watch for and how to ...

Gift card scams have taken new forms as well. Criminals send emails or texts impersonating relatives or company officials and ...

Snopes readers regularly ask whether supplement brands like Neurocept and Burn Peak are legit. Here's how you can tell yourself.

The urgency and confusion of health care enrollment make it prime time for fraudsters. Experts share how to protect yourself from these common scams.

As Hoosiers fill virtual carts this holiday season, federal and state agencies are warning shoppers to stay alert for scams and cyber threats. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Cybersecurity & ...

The E-ZPass scam texts — or scams involving other similar toll services — have seemingly been the most prevalent scam in 2025 ...

Often, due to a lack of information, people trust apps or websites that look completely genuine but are actually designed for ...