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Report the Scam – If you receive a suspicious call, report it to local law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ...

The FBI received 69,000 cryptocurrency scam complaints in 2023 -- about half were related to investment fraud.

When you’re hunting for work, a text alerting you to a new listing that sounds like your dream job could be your big break.

Fraud alerts from banks can be exploited by savvy thieves. Kurt the CyberGuy offers his advice on how to protect yourself ...

No matter how trustworthy someone might seem, don't make investment decisions based on the advice of anyone who makes unsolicited contact with you online or through an app or text message.

The Lubbock Police Department warns the public of another scam involving a woman attempting to impersonate police ...

A scam alert was issued by the Lycoming County Sheriff Mark Lusk urging friends, family and neighbors to beware of callers ...

"The caller falsely claimed they were a City of Fargo employee," the release said. "The caller asked for the customer’s ...

Authorities are warning the public of a nationwide automated scam in which scammers use people’s email addresses to coerce payments by intimidating them with threats of embarrassment.Victims of the ...

Authorities are warning the public of a nationwide automated scam in which scammers use people’s email addresses to coerce payments by intimidating them with threats of embarrassment.Victims of the ...

Learn how to protect yourself from scams and frauds. Stay alert, protect your personal information, and be cautious of ...