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Senators demand answers from AI companies on how they're combating scammers

“With advancements in AI, scams will continue to grow in sophistication, frequency, and impact,” the senators wrote in the letter. “In the early phases of a scam, criminals can use generative AI to ... Read More

Companies are increasingly falling victim to AI impersonation scams. This startup just raised $28M to stop deepfakes in real time

As scammers use AI to mimic trusted employees, flood help desks, and take over enterprise tools, one startup says the only defense is spotting the invisible signals even perfect deepfakes can’t spoof. Read More

Google takes a new tactic to fight scammers

Google has filed a lawsuit claiming it identified and is now targeting a sprawling scam operation that uses text messages and fake websites to steal personal and financial data. The accused network, ... Read More

How to spot a scam during Black Friday and Cyber Monday

As scammers look to exploit sales during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we explain what you need to know to avoid being duped. Read More

Big Tech is failing to protect consumers against AI scams - here’s how to stay safe

Which? has identified deepfake scams on YouTube aimed at consumers These prompt audiences to invest in fake schemes Which? urges government and tech companies to take these down New research from ... Read More

CONSUMER FIRST ALERT: Investigator says bank impersonation scams are increasing locally

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - CONSUMER FIRST ALERT is following up on a local woman who lost $19,000 to scammers in what investigators say is a growing and increasingly sophisticated crime. We’re getting ... Read More

Millions of Walmart customers victims of major scam

In fact, 73% of U.S. adults confirm to have experienced at least one online scam or attack, and most get scam calls, texts, and emails at least weekly, according to a 2025 survey by Pew Research ... Read More