Scams

Learn to spot the latest scams and fraud so you can keep yourself and those you care about safe.

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Betterment Website on Android Phone
This scam notification reminds me that nothing is safe

A little skepticism goes a long way.

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These 5 warning signs showed me my accounts weren’t as secure as I thought

How I came to recognize these subtle signals that exposed hidden vulnerabilities in my digital life.

Outlook app open on Windows 11 on a HP Laptop
You might be falling for this Microsoft login scam without realizing it

A subtle URL trick is helping hackers steal Microsoft accounts

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vibescamming malware prompt with logos.
"Vibescamming" is the new online scam everyone’s falling for

When the vibes aren't immaculate.

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Facebook home page on an Apple iPhone 14 Pro
I can't believe how much Meta supposedly earns from scam advertising

It's an unfathomably large number.

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Scam Toothbrush Email with Toothbrush and Floss
Don’t fall for this “free” toothbrush scam—unless your wallet needs a good flossing

They want to clean your wallet, not your teeth.

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chatgpt atlas browsing internet headphones on screen with malware icons.
AI browsers are clicking the same scams you’d never fall for

Automated AI agents browsing the web aren't so good at spotting obvious scams.

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1password shopper overconfidence scam stat.
Americans need to stop falling for these scams (one generation in particular)

Among all the online scams, one generation is clicking through more than the rest.

fake captcha with malware symbols.
This new malware attack just wont go away

It's responsible for more attacks than ever, and shows no sign of slowing down.

kingston kc3000 in motherboard.
That "cheap" SSD you bought might be fake — here’s the test you should run

Counterfeit storage has become more common than ever, so important to know how to spot a fake SSD.

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microsd card in sd card adapter close up.
Fake SD cards are everywhere — here’s how to test yours

It doesn't take long to check your memory card, but you're better off learning how to spot a fake to begin with.

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gaming station showing different GPUs available
These are the signs your “new” graphics card is actually a fake

Cheap GPUs flooding online stores might not be what they claim. Spot a fake before it burns your PC.

scam email example on tablet with logos.
I get these emails every week, but they're actually a scam

They arrive every week without fail, and I know they're waiting to steal my accounts.

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chatbot phishing email detection with chatgpt and phishing icon.
These chatbots saved me from scam emails I couldn’t recognize

I've been reading phishing emails for years, but I was surprised to find that these chatbots were even better.

Fake PayPal Invoice Scam Email on a wooden surface
Scam Emails Are Getting Smarter—Would You Fall for These Ones?

Scam emails can catch anyone off guard, especially as they become harder to detect.

tablet with chatgpt window and login page information with logo icons.
The Next Phishing Scam Might Start in an AI Search Result—Here’s How to Stay Safe

One wrong click can expose you to scammers online.

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DeepFake Voice Modulation program open on a monitor
These Are the 6 Most Common Scam Types in 2025 So Far

Unfortunately, the scams never stop.

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review for laptop bag on amazon displayed on computer monitor
How I Spot AI-Written Product Reviews Before I Get Scammed

Can you trust those glowing reviews? Learn the tricks to separate real from AI.

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student desk with laptop and supplies and scam icons.
Laptops, Grants, and Scams: Navigating the Back-to-School Shopping Minefield

Don't let your return to school end up costing you money, data, and more.

Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra with Gemini open and AirPods 4 next to it
I Trusted Gemini With a Web Search and It Sent Me Straight to a Scam

Gemini's web search needs serious vetting.

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