Tag: online fraud
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5 Text Message Scams to Beware of in 2026
Think twice before clicking that link! Scammers are sending increasingly convincing text messages pretending to be delivery companies, banks, employers, and government agencies. Your phone buzzes with an unexpected message. Maybe you have a package waiting, an unpaid toll, or a suspicious charge on your bank account. But is the message real? According to the… Read more
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Online Shopping Scam Alert: Fake Stores, Bogus Deals & Unexpected Packages Target Consumers
Federal officials are warning online shoppers about increasingly deceptive scams involving fake retail websites, social media advertisements, and unsolicited deliveries. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), shopping scams were the most frequently reported type of fraud originating on social media in 2025. In an August 2026 warning, the FTC reported that consumers lost more… Read more
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Social Media Scam Alert: Americans Lost $2.1 Billion to Scams That Started on Social Media
Fake shopping ads, investment schemes, and impersonation scams are targeting Facebook, Instagram, and other social media users. Social media is becoming a major hunting ground for scammers, and federal officials are warning Americans to be increasingly cautious about advertisements, private messages, and offers that appear too good to be true. According to an April 27,… Read more