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AI scams fuel rise in fake online car sales. How California is trying to protect consumers.

Buying a car is one of the biggest purchases we make, and more people are turning to online marketplaces for deals on used cars. But thanks to artificial intelligence, you're more likely than ever to ... Read More

AI making it harder to spot online scams. Here’s how you can protect your money

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — While you’re shopping for the perfect gift this holiday season, scammers are shopping for their next victims. Using the holiday season to their advantage is nothing new, but now ... Read More

Don't fall for the latest AI scams: Here's what to know

Spokeo reports on the rise of AI scams, detailing their forms and offering tips on how to recognize and avoid falling for them. Read More

Consumer Rules with Robyn: Utah officials warn of rising AI scams on social media

SALT LAKE CITY — In September, “Consumer Rules with Robyn” told you about how bad actors are using more sophisticated artificial intelligence scams to lure consumers in to get their money, sometimes ... Read More

Scammers are staking out Americans' front doors in a wily new debit card scheme. Here’s what they’re after and how to protect yourself

As the Detroit Free Press recently reported, new debit card scams are popping up and gaining momentum (2). One of the most bizarre ones starts with banking customers being warned that there's a ... Read More

Best AI-Powered Security Software (2025): McAfee Named Top Protection Against Deepfakes, Scams, and Malware by Software Experts

McAfee - a global leader in online protection for consumers, offering adaptive solutions that safeguard personal data, privacy, and identity in an always-connected world. The announcement comes at a ... Read More

Holiday shopping scams are growing due to AI; here's how to stay safe

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Holiday shoppers warned about new online scams sweeping New York

There are more and more fake websites and scammers out there trying to take advantage of New Yorkers purchasing gifts for their loved ones this time of year." ... Read More

Rising holiday scams are costing consumers. Here's how to protect your wallet

Scams spike during the holiday season as criminals prey on consumers who are busy, distracted and, most notably, spending more money online. This year, things are worse, according to an industry ... Read More

Nessel warns residents of scams amid holiday consumer protection campaign

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning Michiganders of five different types of scams as part of a holiday consumer protection campaign. “During the holiday season, it ... Read More

Georgia Attorney General releases new military consumer protection guide to help protect veterans from scams

In 2024, veterans and active service members were scammed out of over $584 million, resulting in nearly 100,000 fraud complaints being filed, according to the Federal Trade Commission. To help service ... Read More