Online scams are evolving fast, but the tricks behind them are surprisingly predictable once you know what to look for. I ...

You open your inbox and see a message titled "Payment order settled" with an official-looking invoice from Geek Squad. At first glance, it looks legitimate. It includes your email address and even a ...

As job-seekers look for work in a challenging environment, an increasing number are falling victim to job scams that promise good pay for completing easy online tasks, according to the Federal Trade ...

Fake crypto investment platforms give themselves away in a few obvious ways. Many use fake reviews, incorrect contact information and unrealistic promises to lure you in. The best approach is a ...

Texting scams have become commonplace for nearly all cell phone owners, but a recent nationwide scam involving E-ZPass has caught the country’s attention. The texts employ the practice of “smishing,” ...

An example of an email scam targetting a company employer. Email scams target both businesses and individuals engaged in financial transactions. These scams often compromise legitimate business email ...

The quickest way to find out if an influencer offer is above-board is to research the company. Does it have a website? Has it worked with other influencers whose work you can see? Often, a simple ...

Every year, American seniors lose over $28 billion to fraud, according to AARP. But here's the shocking part: Only a fraction ever gets reported. If you've received a letter, email, or call claiming ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that from 2020 ...

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) - A Las Vegas senior community resident made it his mission to protect his neighbors from cyber criminals: he created a community guide for his peers to learn about scams. Joe ...