Scammers lie and pretend to be someone they’re not to trick you into giving them money, access to your accounts, or your personal information. They pretend to be from a business you know or from a government agency — or both. In the latest twist on these constantly evolving schemes, scammers are claiming to be FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson.

Learn more about common fraud schemes that target consumers, including identity theft, non-delivery scams, online car buying scams, and theft of ATM/debit and credit cards. Cryptocurrency...

Online and digital scams occur when fraudsters use the internet to trick people into revealing personal information or sending money. These scams often come in the form of phishing emails, fake websites, or fraudulent online shopping schemes.

2024年11月26日 · Here are the most popular online scams. Avoid losing your identity or money. An extensive list of 19 scamming methods with explicit examples.

2024年7月16日 · Although authorities work hard to prevent scams, scammers work just as hard to evade the law. It’s up to the everyday consumer to identify a potential scam and save themselves from a financial loss. This article will cover 100 of the most common money scams out there today and tips to avoid them.

2024年11月1日 · Online scams leverage the power of the internet to defraud or take advantage of others, typically for financial gain. In 2023, online fraud hit a record high, with more than 880,000 people filing complaints with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, and reported losses exceeding $12.5 billion.

2025年3月10日 · One in three people who reported fraud said they lost money (up from one in four last year), adding up to $12.5 billion (up $2.5 billion from 2023). People lost over $3 billion to scams that started online, compared to approximately $1.9 billion lost to more “traditional” contact methods like calls, texts, or emails.

2025年3月13日 · Or they may pose as a friend or love interest online who supposedly needs money for an emergency. A scammer might offer you a (fake) job, but say you need to pay a fee before you get hired. Or they might tell a different lie. Though the details might change, scams usually have some things in common. And knowing what they are can help you ...

Online and digital scams occur via the internet, often through deceptive emails, websites, or messages that trick people into providing personal information or money. These scams often come in the form of phishing emails, fake websites, or fraudulent online shopping schemes.

1 天前 · 4. Contact Relevant Financial Institutions. After securing your accounts, contact the affected institution’s fraud resolution department. Visit your bank’s website and call the phone number ...