From fake car warranties to phony charity appeals, the FTC reveals the most common tactics scammers are using.

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Holiday scam robocalls and robotexts are surging nationwide, with scammers posing as charities, delivery services, and ...

Scam calls have exploded into a nationwide problem, reaching levels that experts now describe as a crisis. Americans are bombarded daily with fake delivery updates, bank alerts, and government ...

Robocalls are annoying. They can also be a scam. Here's what to know if someone calls you about your Medicare plan.

Law enforcement is urging Americans to be aware of a surge in scams related to the coronavirus. The FBI and local cybersecurity experts are issuing an urgent alert especially as more and more people ...

Americans receive tens of millions of unsolicited automated calls and texts each day, often intended to dupe them into forking over personal information or money. That's the thrust of a new report by ...