How fraudsters are getting fake articles onto Facebook

So when the advert is first placed with Facebook, the link goes through to a harmless page, one that doesn't try to con you out of your cash. But then once this has been approved by Facebook, the ... Read More

These are 5 scams to watch out for in 2023, according to a consumer protection expert

The criminal meets you on a dating or social media app, sweeps you off your ... legal trouble and with serious trust issues. To avoid falling for a dangerous fake, go slowly in any kind of online ... Read More

How to hide apps on your iPhone to keep them secret

To access the App Library on your iPhone: Hiding an app on your iPhone prevents it from showing up on the home screen, but it will still be discoverable through search. If you want to avoid that ... Read More

How hackers are using fake Facebook pages of ChatGPT-5, Dall-E and Sora to steal your personal data

Hackers exploit Facebook with fake AI ads ... tips on social media apps!! They may use deepfake videos and images. Never fall prey to greed. Stay safe from scammers,” the message sent from the ... Read More

How to Hide YouTube Shorts From Your Feed

ShortsBlocker (Chrome and Firefox): This extension improves your YouTube experience by hiding Shorts from your view entirely. This includes the homepage, subscriptions, search results, the navigation ... Read More

The 5 best dating apps in 2024

CBS Essentials is created independently of the CBS News editorial staff ... are subject to availability and retailer terms. Dating apps make it easy to meet new people and make meaningful ... Read More

Cochran Hose Fire chief charged with fraud for role in hit-and-run, police say

Allegheny County police charged two people, including the fire chief of Cochran Hose Company in Sewickley, in an insurance fraud case. Read More

AARP offers tips to avoid elder exploitation

After multiple people were arrested and charged with elder fraud in Mountain Brook, and a woman was arrested and charged with exploitation of an elderly person in Alabaster, we’re on your side talking ... Read More

The best credit monitoring services to help you spot fraud early

By paying a monthly fee, you'll get more all-encompassing protection, including triple-bureau credit monitoring, extensive fraud alerts and ... the Capital One mobile app, so there's no need ... Read More

How to use Meta’s new AI chatbot that you can’t avoid

Meta has billions of users across its apps, and anyone who has managed to avoid the bots so far will find this one nearly impossible to escape. Facebook ... of the day’s news or ask it to ... Read More

BBB: Watch out for rental scams when planning your next important party or event.

It's the day of your party and your rented party supplies have not arrived. You go back to social media and see the vendor's account has been deleted. Read More