Cybersecurity expert Morgan Wright says human skepticism remains the strongest defense against AI-driven phishing scams and ...

Scam calls and texts can be convincing, but here's what you should know to help you avoid falling for it.

Targets of fraud are typically older and seemingly vulnerable or confused. They might be prompted to call a phone number only to find themselves being directed to withdraw a large amount of cash ...

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A bank can monitor a login, score a transaction and flag unusual account activity. It can’t see the text message that ...

In 2024, Americans reported losing $470 million to scams that started with texts, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Text scams are also becoming harder to detect with AI. Knowing what to look ...

If your phone seems to light up with suspicious texts right when your day gets busy, you may not be imagining it. New research from cybersecurity company Malwarebytes suggests scammers have gotten ...

Shop app users in multiple states are reporting mysterious orders for more than $300 for computer services they never purchased in the latest version of a common fake receipt scam. These fake orders ...

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You’re invited to a fancy dinner hosted by your best friend. According to the Evite that just landed in your inbox, it’ll be a great way to connect with your nearest and dearest—maybe even make a new ...

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On Christmas Eve 2025, a group of Russian police officers on the outskirts of Moscow noticed a young man sitting in a parked car near a police station on the outskirts. Several officers approached the ...