These Dangerous Scammers Don’t Even Bother to Hide Their Crimes

Yahoo Boy” cybercriminals are openly running dozens of scams across Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram, TikTok, YouTube, and more. And they’re not afraid to show it off online. Read More

BBB: Mobile payment app scams on the rise

"There are no protections in place. It's just like handing the scammer cash," Better Business Bureau spokesperson Bryan Oglesby said. Read More

FBI says to watch out for verification scams on dating apps

If you use any dating apps, be sure to watch out for a dangerous new scam that involves verifying your identity for free online. Read More

Apple finally pulls generative AI nude apps from the App Store

Apple has removed apps from the App Store that claimed to make nonconsensual nude imagery, a move that demonstrates Apple is now more willing to tackle the hazardous app category. Read More

Google Play Store Banned 2.28 Mn Policy-Violating Apps in 2023, Sued Developers Behind 2 Fraudulent Apps

All Google Play Store apps requiring account creation need to provide an option to delete accounts and data within the app. Read More

Use these two steps to avoid fraud

I asked the credit card company what we could do to prevent future problems related to fraud. The fraud seemed ... There is an app called Photomyne, which works wonderfully and allows you to ... Read More

Warning Against New Brokewell Android Malware That Spreads Through Fake Chrome Update, Targets Banking Apps

Brokewell belongs to "a previously unseen malware family with a wide range of capabilities" and can conduct full or part device takeovers, said Forbes. 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

Why You Shouldn't Put Your Venmo or Cash App ID in Your Social Media Profiles

Or, worse yet, you've been bombarded with Facebook ... To prevent scammers from copying your handles, keep them private. Adjust privacy settings, only share handles with people you trust, and don't ... Read More

E-Commerce Fraud: What It Is and How to Prevent It

E-commerce fraud threatens to cost your business big in terms of stolen cash, lost customers, and brand damage. This guide will help you formulate a plan to prevent this cyber crime at your business. Read More

How to buy your first luxury watch

From understanding the terminology, to knowing where to shop, the questions to ask yourself before you set foot in a store (or auction house) and how to avoid buying a fake, CNN Style has done the ... 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