Consumer News Four Phishing Scams You Need To Avoid

4 scam trends consumers must watch going into 2026 (and how to stay ahead of them)

ART STOCK CREATIVE // Shutterstock4 scam trends consumers must watch going into 2026 (and how to stay ahead of them)In America, fraud is no longer a static threat. It has instead become an evolving ... Read More

4 common scams to watch out for this holiday season

Don't get swindled while buying those last-minute gifts. Amy Nofziger, a fraud specialist with AARP, shares top schemes she's been seeing this season — and tips on how to protect yourself. Read More

Facebook settlement scam emails to avoid now

Scammers target Facebook settlement payouts with fake emails. Learn how to spot real messages stay safe and avoid clicking dangerous links. Read More

Don't get caught: These were the 3 biggest scams of 2025

Scams that were on the rise in 2025 include AI enhanced scams, QR phishing and everyone's favorite toll road scam. Read More

How to spot and stop AI phishing scams

Artificial intelligence can do a lot for us. Need to draft an email? AI has you covered. Looking for a better job? AI can help with that, too. It can even boost our health and fitness. Some tools, ... Read More

PayPal Alerts Consumers to Phishing Scams and Encourages Safety Tips

During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the company spreads awareness to help people spot and avoid socially engineered phishing scams. "PayPal does not tolerate scams, and we take our duty to ... Read More

2 Scams Targeting Veterans Right Now—How to Protect Your Benefits

From phishing attempts to shady business practices, schemes that could drain veterans' bank accounts are making the rounds. The good news? Experts say spotting the red flags is easier than you think, ... Read More

Beware of QR codes to avoid quishing scams

SALT LAKE CITY — You’ve heard of phishing, which is when scammers send emails or text messages in an attempt to steal personal information, hoping you’ll click a tainted link. Quishing is just that, ... Read More

How to avoid open enrollment scams this season

Scam calls and texts spike during Medicare and Marketplace open enrollment, targeting consumers’ personal and financial information. Fraudsters use urgent messaging, fake government impersonation, and ... Read More

Shopping for Black Friday deals? Here's how to avoid online scams.

Before you click "purchase" on a Black Friday online deal, you may want to think twice. As millions of Americans search apps and websites for deals, experts warn that consumers should be on the ... Read More

People May Be Less Vulnerable to Phishing Scams When Using Mobile Phones

A recent study suggests people are more risk-avoidant when using their phones, so they tend to avoid clicking on links altogether. Read More

‘Fight The Fraud’ campaign launched to help Kansans avoid scams, phishing

MISSION, Kan. — As the holiday season begins, the Kansas Credit Union Association is launching a campaign called “Fight The Fraud.” The statewide campaign is designed to help families recognize scams, ... Read More