Over 330,000 government impersonation complaints were reported to the FTC in 2025, a 25% increase. Here's how SSA scams work and how to protect yourself.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Artificial intelligence is helping scammers increase the speed and reach of their attacks. According to data from the Federal ...

The FTC also found more seniors than ever before are draining their savings and retirement accounts in fraudulent scams.

Online shoppers are out in full force this holiday season. According to Adobe Analytics, consumers spent $13.3 billion on Cyber Monday in 2024—a 7.3% increase over past year—making it the highest ...

The holiday season is the happiest and riskiest time of year to be online. As millions of us gear up for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, scammers do the same. Every year, they target holiday ...

SAN FRANCISCO -- In a widespread scam, bank imposters are tricking people into sending them money with Zelle, the popular quick payment app. The scam has been going on across the country for more than ...

Scammers cast a wide net, hoping their potential victims won't notice. Even if the scam seems minor to you, it's important to report it. Immediately calling the financial companies you’re associated ...

LANSING, Mich. — Gift cards are a convenient holiday present. But if you're not careful, scammers can pounce and use up your Christmas gift right under your nose. “Gift cards are a popular holiday ...

The scams are familiar.

The world is filled with shady characters. Con artists and disreputable companies will do whatever it takes to steal your money and identity. And they’re using increasingly sophisticated methods to ...

The holiday shopping season should feel exciting, but for scammers, it's rush hour. And this year, one trick is hitting more inboxes and phones than ever: the fake refund scam. If you've ever seen an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A mistake by a bank teller may have saved a Natick woman nearly $92,000 after she fell victim to an online scam, police said.