In 2023, scams targeting Americans ages 60 and over caused more than $3.4 billion in losses, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. (1) And the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports ...
Five local banks are warning consumers about a rising fraud scheme targeting people who have already lost money to scams. The trend, known as a “recovery scam,” involves criminals who promise to help ...
Just inside the front door of a Circle K convenience store, the district manager glared at a small kiosk. Yet another elderly victim had just fed thousands of dollars into the device after being ...
Debt.com's annual ID Theft Survey reveals that in one year, identity theft victimization rose from 43% to 78%, and concern over AI-fueled fraud has skyrocketed to 90%. Each December, Debt.com surveys ...
As the city tackles the scourge of scams, it must pay attention to the mental health of those affected and ensure they are supported The damage caused by scammers has long been measured in financial ...
AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the holidays approach, local law enforcement and financial experts are warning the community about a myriad of scams on the rise, all tied to cryptocurrency. William Costello is the ...