Americans lost $470 million to scams that began with a single text message in 2024, according to data the Federal Trade ...

As a journalist, and more specifically a tech journalist, I often report on various online scams. It is rare that I actually encounter one myself. But a few days ago, I came across a scam that ...

Scam texts are becoming more sophisticated. Learn how to spot the warning signs, avoid common schemes, and protect yourself ...

With online shopping a daily habit for many, scammers are banking on you clicking without thinking. The “package delivery scam” is on the rise, targeting consumers via text, email and even fake door ...

If a phone you didn't order arrives on your doorstep, there's a good chance someone's trying to scam you. Here's how to recognize this scam and make sure you don't get tricked.

FILE - A DoorDash sign is posted on the door of a Dunkin' Donuts franchise, Feb. 27, 2023, in Methuen, Mass. DoorDash reports earnings on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) SAN ...

A cardboard box sitting quietly on a doorstep should feel harmless, or maybe even a little exciting. That small moment of anticipation—what's inside, who sent it, why it arrived—usually brings ...

MADISON, Wis. — The holidays are peak season for scammers looking to take advantage. Consumers are at risk for non-delivery scams this season. When you make a purchase online, it usually comes with an ...