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cnet.com
· 2025-12-08
Smishing (text message phishing) scams are widespread, with about one in three Americans having received such texts and roughly one-third falling victim without immediately realizing it. The FBI reported 298,878 phishing complaints in 2023 resulting in nearly $19 million in losses, with cybercriminals increasingly using AI to craft convincing fraudulent messages. To protect yourself, verify you've opted into bank text notifications through your official bank account settings, watch for red flags like requests for personal information or urgent calls to action, and always contact your bank directly using the number on your card rather than clicking links in unsolicited messages.
vindy.com
· 2025-12-08
This is a community announcement listing local senior services and events in the Mahoning County, Ohio area. Highlights include free AARP tax preparation for seniors, a P.E.R.I. meeting featuring a presentation on preventing healthcare fraud and medical identity theft, meal programs, job training opportunities for low-income seniors age 55+, and various social and recreational activities. No specific fraud incidents or financial losses are reported.
kezi.com
· 2025-12-08
Eugene Police Officer Colin Woolston created a free scam prevention course to educate the public about increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes, emphasizing that knowledge is the best defense against scams. The most prevalent scam he identified involves fake tech support pop-ups that lead victims to unknowingly transfer money to scammers posing as bank representatives, with losses ranging from thousands of dollars that can impact rent, food, and groceries. Woolston encourages scam victims to share their experiences with others to help prevent additional people from becoming victims, and offers free presentations on fraud awareness and identity protection.
uk.finance.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
**Social Security Scams and AI-Enabled Fraud**
Americans aged 60 and older reported $3.1 billion in scam losses in 2022, representing an 84% increase from the previous year, with 88,262 fraud complaints filed that year at an average loss of $35,101 per victim. Fraudsters are increasingly using artificial intelligence to steal Social Security numbers and benefits by creating fake accounts, impersonating public figures through AI-generated videos, and manipulating personal records, with seniors particularly vulnerable due to accumulated savings and lower technological literacy. Experts advise verifying the legitimacy of Social Security communications and watching for AI-generation errors such
mainstreetdailynews.com
· 2025-12-08
A 72-year-old widow named Mary from Gainesville was scammed out of $90,000 by a man claiming to be named "Bill" who contacted her through LinkedIn and posed as an oil company engineer, eventually claiming he wanted to marry her but needed money due to frozen assets in China. The article also details a separate grandparent scam targeting 78-year-old Alfred Dorsett, who lost $5,000 after being told his grandniece was in legal trouble, and notes that the FTC reported 853,935 imposter scams nationwide in 2023 resulting in $2.7 billion in losses, with romance scams being a common t
the-sun.com
· 2025-12-08
Wells Fargo customer Julia Gibson lost $2,500 through a Zelle scam after fraudsters impersonated bank employees and convinced her to transfer funds; she initially received a provisional credit but the bank later reversed it, leaving her account at $0 with overdraft fees. The article notes that scammers use Zelle and similar money-transfer apps because transactions cannot be reversed once sent, and banks often fail to reimburse victims since customers technically authorize the transfers themselves. Key prevention advice includes being skeptical of urgent requests, never sending money to unknown contacts, and knowing that legitimate banks will never ask customers to send funds via Zelle or to overseas accounts.
straitstimes.com
· 2025-12-08
At 64, Madam Esah Ali is a tech-savvy senior who narrowly avoided a scam four years ago when a fraudster impersonated an immigration officer requesting payment for a purported overseas parcel. Motivated by this experience, she joined Project PRAISE, a Singapore Police Force and RSVP partnership, and now conducts anti-scam awareness presentations to seniors at community centers, emphasizing the importance of not sharing personal information online and warning that even IT-savvy individuals can fall victim to scams. In 2023 alone, Singapore reported over 46,000 scam cases resulting in losses exceeding $650 million.
shawlocal.com
· 2025-12-08
This letter describes two scams targeting consumers: fake purchase confirmation emails with suspicious attachments designed to trick recipients into clicking links or opening files, and phone impersonators claiming to be from medical facilities who request personal information to "update patient profiles" and likely file fraudulent insurance claims. The writer advises deleting suspicious emails without opening attachments, monitoring bank accounts regularly, and never providing personal information to unsolicited callers—particularly warning that elderly patients with frequent medical visits are vulnerable targets.
wkow.com
· 2025-12-08
An elderly woman in Dane County nearly lost $30,000 to a scammer posing as an IRS agent who claimed her money was involved in criminal activity and demanded cash as proof of innocence. Police arrested a 23-year-old man from Chicago after an anonymous tip led them to intercept him as he traveled back with the stolen funds. Law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin are warning residents that such IRS impersonation scams are common and particularly effective against elderly individuals, and recommend victims contact their financial institutions and discuss suspicious requests with trusted contacts before providing money or personal information.
au.finance.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
A Melbourne woman in her 60s was prevented from transferring $2,000 to an overseas "boyfriend" in Turkey by a vigilant NAB bank teller who detected a romance scam. The teller identified red flags including the woman's unfamiliarity with the money's recipient, increasingly coercive text messages, and the "boyfriend's" urgent call pressuring her to send funds for claimed medical treatment. According to Scamwatch, Australians lost $33 million to romance and friendship scams in 2023, with such scams increasing 29 percent year-on-year.
7news.com.au
· 2025-12-08
A woman in her 60s was stopped from sending A$2,000 to a scammer posing as her Turkish boyfriend after a quick-thinking NAB bank teller noticed red flags in her story—including that she couldn't name her "boyfriend," had never met him, and was being directed to send money to a stranger in Sydney instead. The scammer had created an emotional narrative about needing money for medical treatment in the UK, with an increasingly coercive tone, and even called during the transaction to pressure her. NAB reported a 29% increase in romance scam complaints, with Australians losing an estimated A$40 million to such scams in 2023, with those
cantonrep.com
· 2025-12-08
**Type:** Educational/Awareness - Home Improvement Contractor Scams
Home improvement contractors use various tactics to defraud homeowners, including offering artificially low prices, claiming to have leftover supplies from nearby jobs, and pressuring customers into upfront payments before delivering substandard or no work. To protect yourself, avoid cash-only deals and high-pressure tactics, verify contractor licensing and insurance, request written contracts with detailed terms, check references through the Better Business Bureau, and work only with local, properly identified businesses.
greenwichfreepress.com
· 2025-12-08
Cryptocurrency investment fraud grew 53% in 2023 to $4.5 billion (potentially $75 billion since 2021), primarily driven by "pig butchering" scams where fraudsters build trust with victims through dating apps and social media before directing them to fake investment platforms. Once victims see fabricated profits, scammers pressure them to invest more before disappearing with the funds; the Connecticut State Police recovered nearly $4 million in 2023, though this represents a fraction of total losses. Key warning signs include unsolicited contact, promises of guaranteed high returns, pressure to invest quickly, unregistered investments, and requests for personal information or unconventional payment methods like cryptocurrency
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational piece identifies five key indicators of scam websites: unnatural or misspelled URLs that resemble legitimate sites, missing HTTPS security and untrusted certificates, unrealistically low prices with limited payment options, unprofessional content with poor grammar and low-quality images, and negative reviews or absent contact information. Consumers should verify website legitimacy through these checks before making purchases or sharing personal information online.
english.jagran.com
· 2025-12-08
Over 5,000 Indians were lured to Cambodia under false employment pretenses (primarily data entry jobs) and forced to conduct cyber fraud operations, including dating scams, investment schemes, cryptocurrency fraud, and courier scams targeting victims in India. The Indian External Affairs Ministry reported rescuing and repatriating approximately 250 Indians (75 in the preceding three months) and stated it was working with Cambodian authorities to dismantle the trafficking and fraud networks responsible for these schemes.
the-sun.com
· 2025-12-08
East Haven, Connecticut residents were warned about a lottery scam sent via mail claiming they won $500,000 from "Global Link Lottery Inc." and enclosing a fraudulent $6,985 check supposedly for taxes and fees. The scam instructed recipients to call a number to claim their winnings, but police warned that the check is fraudulent and cashing it would make the recipient liable for the lost funds, while calling the number could result in identity theft.
fallriverreporter.com
· 2025-12-08
A 77-year-old Massachusetts woman lost $9,500 to a "grandparent scam" in which a caller claimed to be her grandson in need of emergency cash for a car accident involving a pregnant woman. When scammers attempted to extract an additional $5,000 by impersonating a federal agent, the victim became suspicious and contacted police, who intercepted the second pickup and apprehended the driver (who was unknowingly hired through a ride-share app). The case remains under investigation, and police are urging public awareness to help prevent this common scheme targeting seniors.
trendmicro.com
· 2025-12-08
AI-generated deepfakes and voice cloning technology are increasingly being exploited by scammers to perpetrate fraud against unsuspecting victims. Common schemes include fake celebrity giveaways using deepfake videos, voice cloning to impersonate family members or authority figures for ransom demands and the "grandparent scam," and impersonation attacks via business platforms like Microsoft Teams and WhatsApp that have resulted in significant financial losses (including a $25 million case involving a deepfake CFO). Victims should verify collaborations through official websites and social media accounts, be cautious of unsolicited messages requesting meetings, and report suspicious activity to authorities.
news.trendmicro.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article outlines emerging AI-enabled scams targeting the public, including deepfake celebrity giveaway scams, AI voice cloning used to impersonate family members or demand ransom for kidnapped children, and deepfake video attacks on business platforms like Microsoft Teams (with one Hong Kong firm losing $25 million to fraudsters impersonating their CFO). The article advises consumers to verify collaborations through official websites and social media accounts and warns of AI-generated fake news and romance scams as additional threats.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Shannon and Kit Abell are retired professionals in Roanoke County, Virginia who volunteer as fraud prevention educators through the Triad program, a partnership between AARP, law enforcement, and community groups designed to reduce crime against older adults. Shannon delivered 52 fraud prevention presentations in 2023 covering scams such as romance fraud, identity theft, and grandparent scams, while the Triad program has expanded from over 200 Virginia locations at its peak to 59 chapters, with AARP and state officials working to revitalize participation. The program emphasizes peer-to-peer education and local law enforcement involvement to build community trust and help victims connect with appropriate resources.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
A 73-year-old Connecticut man lost $20,000 in a romance scam after developing an emotional connection to a woman on Facebook who posed as his girlfriend and convinced him the money was for taxes on a supposed windfall. Connecticut implemented a new law effective July 1 that authorizes banks to place temporary holds (up to 45 days) on suspicious transactions for customers 60 and older, allowing time for investigation and potentially preventing financial exploitation before funds are transferred.
limerickleader.ie
· 2025-12-08
Irish police (Gardaí) have issued a warning about the rising trend of romance scams, which involve fraudsters feigning romantic interest to build trust and then soliciting money from victims under false pretenses. Key warning signs include scammers moving conversations off dating platforms, asking personal questions while avoiding sharing about themselves, rushing to establish emotional bonds, creating financial emergencies, and consistently avoiding in-person meetings. Victims are urged to report suspected romance scams to their local garda station.
9news.com.au
· 2025-12-08
A National Australia Bank teller in Melbourne prevented a woman in her 60s from losing thousands of dollars to a romance scam by identifying red flags in her plan to transfer money to an overseas "boyfriend" she had met on social media. The scammer, posing as someone in Turkey needing medical treatment, had convinced the woman to send funds to an intermediary in Sydney, but the teller's intervention and private counseling stopped the transaction. According to NAB, romance scam reports have increased nearly 30 percent year-over-year, with Australians losing an estimated $33 million to such scams annually.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell established a new Elder Justice Unit to combat the frequent and pervasive fraud targeting older residents, with director Mary Freeley coordinating resources across multiple bureaus to enhance prosecution and education. In 2023, Massachusetts consumers reported over 87,000 fraud cases resulting in $142.3 million in losses, though experts note significant underreporting due to shame and lack of awareness. Common scams include impostor fraud targeting bank and government agency impersonation, grandparent scams, and cryptocurrency schemes, with prevention experts recommending victims slow down and avoid emotional reactions that bypass logical thinking.
newsweek.com
· 2025-12-08
Seniors on Medicare are being targeted by "phantom billing" scams in which fraudulent health care providers and medical equipment companies submit unauthorized charges—such as urinary catheters—to Medicare accounts. Cases documented include Ann Midkiff of Indianapolis who was billed over $3,000 for catheters she never requested, and the scam has grown dramatically, with catheter charges jumping from affecting 40,000 patients in 2021 to over 450,000 by 2023. Experts recommend seniors regularly review their Medicare statements and immediately report suspicious charges by calling 1-800-MEDICARE, as such fraud costs the Medicare system approximately $60 billion annually.
myprimetimenews.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an educational resource from Social Security highlighting five key scam awareness articles designed to help protect vulnerable populations from fraud. The articles cover government imposter scams, identity theft prevention, fraud risks for people with dementia, scams targeting veterans and military families, and emerging scam tactics like fake QR codes. Social Security encourages the public to review these resources and share them with friends and family to raise awareness about common fraud schemes.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Illinois State Police Trooper Jason Wilson and AARP Illinois are working to combat fraud in the state, where consumers reported $244.7 million in losses to fraud in 2023. Wilson highlights common scams like phishing emails and fake refund schemes, and recommends preventative measures including not engaging with unknown callers, avoiding suspicious links, using two-factor authentication, and reporting crimes despite potential embarrassment. AARP Illinois is offering a five-part online fraud prevention series with expert speakers to educate the public on recognizing and avoiding elder fraud.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Two retired Georgia law enforcement veterans with combined 75+ years of experience—Joe Gavalis and Dan Flynn—volunteer with the North Georgia Elder Abuse Task Force Foundation to combat elder fraud through training, education, and prevention work. They have facilitated over 60 law enforcement trainings and reached approximately 8,000 older adults with fraud prevention presentations covering common scams like credit card fraud, grandparent scams, and romance schemes. Their work addresses a critical gap, as Americans reported 2.6 million fraud incidents in 2023 with $10 billion in losses, with elder victims often experiencing catastrophic financial impact.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
San Diego County Deputy District Attorney Scott Pirrello leads an Elder Abuse Unit that has partnered with the FBI and other agencies through the Elder Justice Task Force to combat elder financial fraud, which resulted in approximately $97 million in losses in San Diego County alone in 2023. The unit prosecutes cases ranging from grandparent scams to tech-support fraud, such as a 2023 case where a 22-year-old man stole over $200,000 from a 65-year-old woman through a fake Microsoft pop-up and fraudulent Chase Bank calls. While reported losses nationwide exceeded $1.6 billion in 2022 for adults
pymnts.com
· 2025-12-08
The FTC's new rule, effective Monday, authorizes the agency to file federal court cases to recover funds for scam victims and impose civil penalties on fraudsters who use impersonation tactics involving fake government seals, spoofed emails, or false business affiliations. Impersonation scams caused reported losses exceeding $1.1 billion in 2023, triple the losses from 2000, with common schemes including fake security alerts, bogus subscription renewals, and fabricated legal problems. The FTC is also seeking public comment on a supplemental rule that would target firms providing services—such as AI platforms creating deepfakes—knowingly used to facilitate impersonation scams.
theweek.com
· 2025-12-08
The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) has defrauded U.S. timeshare owners of $288 million over five years through a sophisticated scam operating from Mexican call centers in Puerto Vallarta, Cancun, and Acapulco. Scammers posing as sales representatives contact timeshare owners offering to buy back their properties, then demand upfront fees for listing, taxes, or government fines, with victims wiring hundreds of thousands of dollars before realizing the fraud. The U.S. Treasury Department and FBI have issued warnings about the scheme, which particularly targets elderly U.S. citizens and relies on English-speaking operators,
wftv.com
· 2025-12-08
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody warned residents about tax debt relief scams targeting the millions of taxpayers owing the IRS money, as scammers contact victims via email, phone, text, and mail claiming to offer special programs or insider knowledge to negotiate reduced tax settlements. The scammers use high-pressure tactics and promise to settle debts for pennies on the dollar, seeking to exploit victims' financial stress during tax season. Moody advised Floridians to contact the IRS directly, verify any company's legitimacy through research, ignore unsolicited communications, protect personal information, and consult with trusted tax professionals before engaging with relief offers.
ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
A new Federal Trade Commission rule targeting government and business impersonation scams took effect, as data revealed these frauds generated $1.1 billion in reported losses in 2023—more than three times 2020 losses. The five most common tactics include fake account security alerts, phony subscription renewals, bogus giveaways, fabricated legal threats, and false package delivery issues, with scammers increasingly using text and email rather than phone calls and preferring bank transfers (40% of losses) and cryptocurrency (21% of losses) as payment methods.
therecord.media
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, impersonation scams cost victims approximately $1.1 billion—more than triple the 2020 losses—according to FTC data reporting 330,000 business impersonation cases and 160,000 government impersonation cases. The delivery method has shifted, with text messages and emails now accounting for 40 percent of reported scams compared to phone calls (32 percent), and scammers increasingly impersonating multiple organizations within a single fraud targeting fake account alerts, subscription renewals, prizes, and law enforcement impersonation.
kiplinger.com
· 2025-12-08
Tax season brings heightened risk of scams including "smishing" (phishing via text messages), where scammers impersonate the IRS to trick taxpayers into revealing Social Security numbers and financial information through urgent messages and malicious links. The IRS recommends verifying sender identity through independent communication methods, enabling multi-factor authentication, and remaining skeptical of unsolicited emails or texts, particularly those claiming to be from tax agencies or requesting sensitive information, as the IRS never initiates contact via email, text, or social media.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
Scammers are increasingly using AI technology, including deepfake videos, to impersonate celebrities and defraud fans by offering fake personal connections, VIP access, investment opportunities, or charity support. Victims should be cautious of unsolicited celebrity contact on social media or messaging platforms, as legitimate celebrity interactions are rare, and should report suspected scams to local law enforcement or AARP's Fraud Watch Network.
ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, impersonation scams targeting consumers reported more than 330,000 business and nearly 160,000 government impersonation cases to the FTC, resulting in combined losses exceeding $1.1 billion—more than triple the losses from 2020. Scammers have evolved their tactics, shifting from phone calls to text and email communications, increasingly requesting payment through bank transfers and cryptocurrency, and often impersonating multiple organizations within a single scam. The five most common impersonation scams include fake account security alerts, bogus subscription renewals, fraudulent giveaways or government money offers, false legal threats, and fake package delivery notifications—all designed to
techlicious.com
· 2025-12-08
According to Hiya's State of the Call report, the average consumer wastes 9 minutes per week on spam calls, totaling 7.6 hours annually, while those who fell victim to phone scams lost an average of $2,257 in 2023—a significant increase from $360 in 2022. The article recommends protecting yourself by avoiding calls from unknown numbers, never sharing personal or financial information over the phone, and using call blocking apps like Robokiller, Hiya, or Truecaller to filter scam calls.
businesstoday.in
· 2025-12-08
**Summary:**
Journalist Apoorva Singh fell victim to ATM fraud at a South Indian Bank branch in Delhi on March 31st when her debit card became stuck and she called a phone number displayed near the machine, believing it to be customer service. A fraudster posing as a bank agent manipulated her into performing steps that compromised her card's security, resulting in unauthorized withdrawals from her account and the card going missing. The incident highlights the importance of contacting banks directly using verified numbers rather than trusting displayed contacts, never sharing PINs, and reporting fraud immediately to both the bank and police.
newstalk870.am
· 2025-12-08
The Benton County Sheriff's Office warns residents of an ongoing phone and text scam where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officers claiming to be captains with urgent matters requiring payment. The scammers use spoofed phone numbers and automated systems that mimic the sheriff's office to trick victims into calling back and providing personal or financial information. Law enforcement agencies never contact citizens by phone or text requesting money, and residents should never click suspicious links or provide banking information to unknown callers.
gettysburgconnection.org
· 2025-12-08
This educational article defines scams as trust-based fraud exploiting victims' emotions and provides practical defense strategies against common schemes. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers lost over $10 billion to fraud in 2023 (a 14% increase from 2022), with imposter scams and email being the most prevalent fraud type and contact method respectively. Key warning signs include unsolicited calls using spoofed numbers, requests for unusual payment methods (cash, gift cards, cryptocurrency), and high-pressure tactics designed to trigger fear and override critical thinking.
racq.com.au
· 2025-12-08
This educational article from RACQ provides guidance on protecting yourself from scams by recommending three key actions: stop and take time before sharing money or personal information, think critically about whether messages could be fraudulent, and protect yourself by contacting your bank immediately if you suspect fraud. The article outlines seven common scam types targeting consumers—romance, investment, product/service, threats/extortion, employment, unexpected money, and impersonation scams—and advises verifying contact information through official channels, never clicking links in unsolicited messages, and reporting suspected fraud to relevant authorities like ReportCyber or IDCARE.
newswire.lk
· 2025-12-08
A Melbourne woman in her 60s was prevented from losing $2,000 to a romance scam when a NAB bank employee identified red flags—including her inability to name the supposed recipient, increasingly coercive messages, and a timely call from the scammer during the transaction. The employee's intervention saved her from joining hundreds of Australians who lost approximately $40 million to romance scams in the previous year, with NAB reporting a 29 percent year-on-year increase in romance scam reports.
news.trendmicro.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational article identifies five common Google Chat scams: romance scams (fake profiles requesting money), phishing scams (impersonating legitimate contacts to steal personal information), tech support scams (posing as Google representatives), fake job offers, and investment scams. The article advises users to watch for red flags including unsolicited messages, unrealistic offers, urgent requests, and intrusive questions, and recommends verifying sender identity, enabling two-factor authentication, and reporting suspicious messages to stay safe.
fox13memphis.com
· 2025-12-08
Employment scams involving cryptocurrency and fake work-from-home opportunities surged in 2023, with reports increasing 54.2% year-over-year and victims losing $367 million in 2022 according to the FTC. A Memphis man named Chip Cherry nearly lost $300 after encountering a scam promising $300 for three hours of work but requiring cryptocurrency payment to withdraw earnings; he recovered his money with bank assistance. The Better Business Bureau warns job seekers to avoid opportunities requiring upfront payments, offers of unusually high pay, and interviews conducted only via email or text, as scammers may also steal personal information beyond financial losses.
wnem.com
· 2025-12-08
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel visited the Flint Association of the Deaf to warn senior citizens, particularly deaf and hard of hearing individuals, about common scams. The most prevalent scams involve fraudsters impersonating banks, credit unions, or utility companies to steal credit card and bank account information, and Nessel advised never trusting caller ID and instead calling back using verified phone numbers. She emphasized that vulnerable populations across all communities are targeted and urged residents to contact the Michigan Department of Attorney General at 1-877-765-8388 or file online complaints if they suspect scam activity.
thereporter.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2022, people aged 60 and older filed 88,262 fraud complaints with the FBI resulting in $3.1 billion in losses. Solano County launched the Solano Senior Fraud Prevention Center (SolanoScamCenter.org) to combat a spike in scams targeting local seniors and provide resources for victims and their families. The center offers prevention tips including verifying government communications, identifying fake social media identities and sweetheart scams, skepticism toward prize offers, caution about urgent account compromise notices, and regular financial monitoring, along with reporting resources and assistance from Adult Protective Services.
finance.yahoo.com
· 2025-12-08
During tax season, scammers commonly target taxpayers through identity theft, impersonation, and fake tax preparers, exploiting fear, urgency, and promises of money to trick victims into sharing personal information or paying fees. The IRS received 294,138 identity theft complaints in 2023, with affected taxpayers waiting an average of 19 months for refund processing. To protect yourself, recognize scammer tactics, verify that contact from the IRS comes only via physical mail, research tax professionals through official directories, and avoid sharing information with unknown callers.
ftc.gov
· 2025-12-08
The Federal Trade Commission hosted an online meeting of the Scams Against Older Adults Advisory Group on April 2, 2024, featuring committee reports on expanding consumer education, improving industry training, reviewing effective anti-scam messaging, and identifying innovative detection methods under the Stop Senior Scams Act of 2022. The meeting was led by FTC Bureau of Consumer Protection Director Samuel Levine and brought together four committees addressing separate areas of fraud prevention targeting older adults.
cnbc.com
· 2025-12-08
This is an educational piece warning Americans about tax scams during the 2023 tax filing season. The segment highlights that scammers actively target taxpayers during the April filing deadline and advises viewers to remain vigilant about protecting personal and financial information when filing taxes or extensions.