State legislator proposes No More SCAMS Act to combat widespread fraud
When I first arrived in California during the Reagan years, it felt like the essence of America—the golden state where hard work could lead to the American dream. Now, however, it seems to be known more as a hotspot for fraud. During the pandemic, criminals managed to steal an astonishing $32 billion from California’s unemployment […]
Google alerts users to YouTube job text scams and tips for recognizing the signs.
We’ve all likely received a strange text at some point. You know, the ones that claim you’ve won something or that it’s from a shipping company. Recently, however, there’s been a surge in messages about remote job opportunities that are, well, pretty sketchy. Take Peter from New York—he reached out after getting a dubious text […]
Apple Mail’s trusted sender feature confuses users and leads them to phishing scams.
Beware of Phishing Emails: A Look at Apple Mail’s Trusted Sender Labels Phishing scams are getting increasingly sophisticated. Scammers imitate trusted brands and create a sense of urgency to prompt quick clicks without a second thought. Interestingly, one of the biggest traps isn’t just the email itself but rather the reassuring cues from your email […]
IRS unveils list of major tax scams for the 2026 filing season
IRS Warns Taxpayers About Common Scams in the 2026 Filing Season Frank Bisignano, the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, recently spoke on “Morning with Maria” about the record tax refunds, tax breaks for families and seniors, and the federal government’s efforts against fraud as Tax Day approaches. As part of its annual alert, the […]
Taxpayers should be aware of potential scams in 2026, according to the IRS.
Tax Fraud Changes and Warnings for 2026 Tax fraud tends to be a shifting issue, with each season bringing new strategies aimed at misleading taxpayers. Many individuals might not realize something is amiss until they find their legitimate tax return is rejected, or they unexpectedly receive a refund. The past couple of years saw issues […]
New England states focus on crypto ATM operator for suspected scams
New England States Take Action Against Cryptocurrency ATM Operators BOSTON — In response to a rise in fraud cases linked to virtual currency ATMs, several New England states are now striving to regulate these operators, as victims across the United States face losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. Massachusetts has initiated a lawsuit […]
Fake Publishers Clearing House scams 92-year-old man from Long Island out of a significant amount of money
Two scam artists disguised as clowns managed to deceive a 92-year-old man from Long Island out of a significant amount of money by making him believe he had won $18 million in a Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes, according to prosecutors. Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney stated that Oral Darloo, 31, from Brooklyn, along with […]
Zohran Mamdani’s hearings on ‘rent scams’ will prevent NYCHA tenants from voicing complaints
Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s upcoming “rent rip-off” hearings will notably exclude testimony from tenants residing in public housing. This is surprising, considering that the agency managing these apartments has frequently been labeled the “worst” in all five boroughs. The first of these grievance meetings is scheduled for February 26, but the initiative seems to focus solely […]
Romance scams on Valentine’s Day focus on widowed and divorced Americans in 2026
Beware of Romance Scams This Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is typically a time for connection. Yet, it’s also prime season for romance scammers. In 2026, the stakes are set to rise even more. Today’s romance scams go beyond the old “lonely hearts” cliché. They take advantage of artificial intelligence, data brokers, and stolen profiles. Instead […]
Warning about Microsoft email scams: Tips for identifying fraudulent messages
Scam emails are becoming more convincing, recently posing as urgent notifications from Microsoft about your email account. They certainly look serious. I mean, time sensitivity can really put pressure on a person. Lily contacted me, unsure if one of these messages was legitimate. “I could use your help because I’m not sure whether this email […]