Scam news and guides
News on scam busts and plain-English guides to the tactics hitting people right now.
What to Do in the First Hour After a Scam
Caught it just after it happened? Speed is everything. Here is exactly what to do in the first hour to limit the damage and give yourself the best chance to recover.
Elder Fraud in 2025: Protect Your Parents
Seniors lost a record $7.7 billion to fraud in 2025, up 37 percent. The scams are predictable, and so is the defense. Here is what to watch for and how to help your parents.
Romance Scams: Red Flags to Know
It starts with a perfect match and ends with a request for money. Romance scams are patient, convincing, and costly. Here are the red flags before you fall.
Zelle and Bank Transfer Scams Explained
Sent by Zelle, gone in seconds. These transfers are fast and usually irreversible, which is exactly why scammers steer you toward them. Here is what to watch for.
AI Voice Cloning Scams: Protect Your Family
A panicked call from your child or parent may not be them at all. AI voice cloning has made the emergency scam terrifyingly convincing. One simple family habit stops it cold.
How to Spot a Scam Text (Smishing)
Unpaid toll. Package on hold. Is this you in this photo? Scam texts are everywhere now. Here is how to recognize them and what to do the moment one arrives.
Digital Arrest Scam: How It Works
Fake officers, real fear, and a video call that can last hours. The digital arrest scam has cost Indians billions, and its tactics are spreading. Here is the anatomy of it.
Amazon Scam Calls and Texts Explained
A text about a suspicious order. A call about your locked account. Amazon is the name scammers borrow most. Here is how the tricks work and how to verify a real message.
Why Scammers Always Ask for Gift Cards
If someone tells you to pay a bill, a fine, or a fee with gift cards, you are being scammed. Here is the psychology and mechanics behind the most common demand in fraud.
FBI and India Bust a $48M Scam Network
A rare cross-border takedown shut three Indian call centers and arrested six people behind $48 million in losses. Here is what happened and the lessons for anyone with a phone.