Learn the 8 most common online scams and practical internet fraud prevention strategies to protect your money, data, and ...

Be on the lookout for these scams this year, and follow our advice to stop criminals in their tracks. I review privacy tools like hardware security keys, password managers, private messaging apps, and ...

Holiday shopping online may save time and help you avoid the crowds, but it can also make you a target for financial scammers. More than half of U.S. shoppers plan to shop online this holiday season, ...

In romance scams, criminals use fake online identities to gain trust and affection.

There always seems to be a never-ending list of tasks during the holiday season, from booking flights to purchasing gifts for loved ones. As you prepare for the holidays, it's also critical to keep an ...

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This holiday season, avoid scams that target your cash and personal information. From suspicious social media ads to shady payment requests, a little caution goes a long way in protecting your cheer.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — On the first day of Christmas, my scammer took from me… As everyone is spreading holiday cheer this time of year, be careful you aren’t spreading personal information. WhatsApp ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- In a stunning development, the overall volume of the local top scams spiked off the charts, almost doubling year over year from 1,196 to 2,553 in the year ending on Dec. 31, 2025. The ...