Online scams are evolving fast, but the tricks behind them are surprisingly predictable once you know what to look for. I ...

When an actual human being answered an airline customer-service hotline after a single ring, I probably should have known I was being scammed.

Online scams have become a routine hazard of American life, from fake delivery texts to hijacked social media accounts. In ...

The Better Business Bureau has released fraud prevention tips for 2026 after tracking the year’s riskiest scams that cost ...

It’s a sad fact, but true — so many of today’s most common scams work by preying on and exploiting trust, and our most human emotions. And that’s even more true when it comes to online dating scams ...

Thailand has helped launch a global effort to fight the spread of online scams that include criminal enterprises based largely in Southeast Asia ...

Dog gone? Online pet scams can look like legit breeders or rescues, but some are fake listings designed to take your money, ...

Online scams can take various forms, from phishing emails to fake online marketplaces. Understanding these scams is the first step toward protecting yourself. AOL has partnered with the best in the ...

Even tech-savvy and experienced internet users can fall victim to online scams. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology and psychology to exploit trust and emotions. Fake ...

Have you ever received a package you never ordered? It could be a warning sign that your data has been compromised, with more ...

Given the number of phishing scams we have all faced over the past decade, most of us have developed a basic skill to spot and avoid obvious phishing emails or SMS messages. Cybercriminals are aware ...

An Upstate boutique owner has been arrested in reference to a reported scam in Fairfield County. READ MORE: ...