U.S. digital investment advisor Betterment confirmed that hackers breached its systems and sent fake crypto-related messages ...

Illinois AG logged more than 18,900 consumer complaints in 2024; construction led. FTC reported $12.5 billion in U.S. fraud losses in 2024; investments and imposters common. Officials urge credit-card ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- We are in the thick of the holiday travel rush. As you hit the road, whether you are flying or driving, we have tips to help protect yourself from scammers. While you'll find ...

Gift cards are one of the most popular holiday gifts nationwide, but the same convenience that makes them attractive also makes them a frequent target for fraud. According to the Retail Gift Card ...

As Christmas quickly approaches, many families scramble to find last minute gifts by ordering online and having their packages sent directly to their homes in time for the holiday. That means billions ...

Question: What are these Bitcoin ATM scams targeting the elderly, so I can warn my parents? Answer: Bitcoin ATM scams are one of the fastest-growing ways criminals are stealing money, especially from ...

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A Consumer First Alert about gift card scams. As we head into the last weekend of shopping before Christmas, here’s what you need to look at before you buy them. Gift cards ...

If you plan to give or get a gift card, read on for what consumers should know to avoid a draining scam. While shopping for a gift card at Walgreens, David Wimett said he took precautions. “I looked ...

While the holiday season is usually a time to be merry and bright, it’s also a time when scams increase. BBB Serving Western Virginia is warning about the dangers of clicking on unsolicited links, a ...

OF THE TOP HOLIDAY SCAMS AND HOW TO AVOID THEM. SCAMMERS DON’T SUDDENLY TAKE A BREAK TO SPREAD JOY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON. HERE ARE SOME SCAMS TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS TIME OF YEAR. IF YOU’RE THINKING ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — If you’ve received a scam call this year you are not alone. According to recent data released by the Federal Trade Commission, Tennessee ranks second in the country for the ...

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