Google has filed a lawsuit claiming it identified and is now targeting a sprawling scam operation that uses text messages and fake websites to steal person

“The scale of Lighthouse phishing attacks is staggering,” Google’s complaint said, alleging that the Lighthouse enterprise’s scheme “disproportionately targets US victims” by relying on trusted institutions like USPS or known brands like E-Z Pass.

A new federal strike force is targeting Chinese crypto scams that bilked Americans out of $9 billion in 2024, with older victims particularly targeted.

From fake travel sites to phony charity drives, scammers ramp up during the holidays. Here’s how to stay alert, shop smart, and protect your money. Sponsored by JPMorganChase.

The Better Business Bureau is warning of third-party websites ahead of booking any holiday travel. Denise Spence showed up to Orlando International Airport Tuesday at 4 a.m. for her flight to Jamaica, only to discover she didn't have a flight.

California consumers were warned Monday about confidence schemes from fraudulent cryptocurrency websites sometimes referred to as “pig butchering” scams. The typical pig butchering scheme involves a victim receiving a random text or social media ...

Fraudsters are using fake calls, texts, and websites that promise “cheap” or “special” health insurance deals, but they’re really designed to steal personal information.

Singapore steps up measures against scam mules with caning and restriction of access to bank and telco services. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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