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wbbjtv.com · 2026-03-10

Spam texts hitting Americans at record pace; experts share tips to avoid 'smishing' scams

JACKSON, Tenn. — Scam text messages are being reported to the Better Business Bureau in growing numbers, and experts say the problem is getting worse. Robokiller reports Americans are receiving more ...

nbcnews.com · 2026-03-09

Signal and WhatsApp users face sweeping Russian phishing push, Dutch agencies warn

Russian intelligence agencies are conducting a large-scale phishing campaign targeting Signal and WhatsApp users globally, using fake support accounts to steal login credentials and take over accounts belonging to government officials, journalists, and other high-profile individuals. The Dutch intelligence agencies report that Dutch government employees have already been compromised, with similar warnings previously issued by Germany and Google regarding attacks on Ukrainian military personnel and German officials. The phishing attacks exploit the apps' security features—particularly Signal's privacy design that hides phone numbers—making fraudulent "support" messages appear legitimate to users.

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cryptotimes.io · 2026-03-09

US Treasury Bets on AI to Tackle Crypto Fraud After $9B Losses

Key Highlights The U.S. Department of the Treasury has released a sweeping new report to Congress that marks a turning point in how America plans to fight financial crime in the digital asset space. ...

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fox29.com · 2026-03-09

New toll scam uses fake texts from Philadelphia Courts

SYMBOL - 05 July 2024, Berlin: A woman holds a smartphone in her hand. Photo: Helena Dolderer/dpa (Photo by Helena Dolderer/picture alliance via Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Court ha...

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boston.com · 2026-03-08

US attorney going after money forfeited by Mass. resident inromancecrypto fraud scheme

Federal prosecutors are trying to recover more than $327,000 in cryptocurrency allegedly linked to a romance and investment scam that targeted a Massachusetts resident, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in B...

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abc7ny.com · 2026-03-08

Don't be a victim of extortion! Know the signs for Consumer Protection Week - abc7NY

It's National Consumer Protection Week, and 7 On Your Side is helping consumers dodge fraud. According to the most recent data available, the Federal Trade Commissioner says the number of scams repor...

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foxnews.com · 2026-03-08

Be aware of extortion scam emails claiming your data is stolen - Fox News

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. You open your inbox and see a message that instantly makes your stomach drop. Someone claims they have your passwords,...

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finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-08

4 Tax Refund Scams To Watch Out For - Yahoo Finance

Tax season is already stressful for many people. The last thing you need is a fake text about your tax refund or a call claiming you owe money. For You: Stimulus Checks in the Form of Tax Refunds? W...

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aol.com · 2026-03-08

Scammer Caught Red-Handed After Fleecing 81-Year-Old Lithia Woman Out Of Thousands

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Deputies in Hillsborough County have taken 40-year-old Min Chen into custody following a sting operation that halted an ongoing fraud scheme targeting an elderly resident. ...

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coloradosun.com · 2026-03-08

What's Working: Imposter- scam complaints decline in Colorado, but consumer complaints hit record

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straitstimes.com · 2026-03-07

How South-east Asia became home to the world's scam farms | The Straits Times

Sign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developments The KK Park complex, a scam hub, in Myanmar’s eastern Myawaddy township, as pictured from Mae Sot district in Thailand’s border province o...

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patronis.house.gov · 2026-03-07

CONSUMER ALERT*** Congressman Patronis Warns Consumers of Computer Takeover Scams

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Patronis is warning residents about a sharp increase in computer takeover scams that are targeting individuals and families across the country. These scams are becoming ...

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finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-07

Florida man allegedly stole 71-year-old nurse's home and $300K through power of attorney ...

While there are many types of elder fraud, power of attorney scams are particularly nefarious. Lyne Bien-Aime, a 55-year-old man, is facing charges for an alleged power of attorney scam in which he t...

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newstalkkgvo.com · 2026-03-07

How A Montana Woman Exploited HerElderlyParents' Finances - Newstalk KGVO

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On March 4, 2026, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced that a Big Horn County woman received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was ordered to pay $101,17...

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bleepingcomputer.com · 2026-03-07

Ghanain man pleads guilty to role in $100 million fraud ring - Bleeping Computer

A Ghanaian national pleaded guilty to his role in a massive fraud ring that stole over $100 million from victims across the United States through business email compromise attacks and romance scams. ...

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news.usps.com · 2026-03-07

Scammers were no match for these employees - USPS

In recognition of National Consumer Protection Week, which runs through Saturday, March 7, “People” is revisiting several recent situations where USPS employees sensed a scam and acted accordingly. •...

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newswire.ca · 2026-03-07

Younger Canadians most confident in spotting AI- scams are also most likely to fall forfraud

79% of young Canadians know how to identify fraud, but 82% worry AI will result in more sophisticated financial scams TORONTO, March 6, 2026 /CNW/ - Most young Canadians believe they're able to spot ...

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fox13news.com · 2026-03-06

Scammer uses malicious email to swipe tens of thousands of dollars fromelderlyLithia woman

Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office LITHIA, Fla. - The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man in connection with an organized fraud scheme targeting the elderly. What we ...

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republicmonitor.com · 2026-03-06

BBB Tips: Protect your heart and your wallet fromromance scams

ST. LOUIS — Looking for love? The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends being on the lookout for romance scams when dating online, as artificial intelligence tools and cryptocurrency are adding new ...

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daytondailynews.com · 2026-03-06

Don't fall for these common computer scams- Dayton Daily News

In my computer service business, we regularly get calls from users that have been scammed. Some have let a remote scammer onto their computer and get their data/passwords stolen, while some get taken ...

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irs.gov · 2026-03-06

Dirty Dozen tax scams for 2026: IRS reminds taxpayers to watch out for dangerous threats

IR-2026-30, March 5, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced its annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, bus...

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eplocalnews.org · 2026-03-06

How scammers are stealing millions in Eden Prairie

Eden Prairie police are seeing a surge in scams that can appear legitimate — until the money is gone. Residents and businesses reported losing $7.8 million to fraud in 2025, up from $2.3 million in 2...

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walesonline.co.uk · 2026-03-06

Gavin & Stacey star Melanie Walters nearly lost thousands to scam- Wales Online

Melanie Walters says she could have lost a lot of money Gavin & Stacey star Melanie Walters, who played Gwen in the hit show, has revealed she almost fell victim to a scam that could have cost her th...

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einpresswire.com · 2026-03-06

Attorney General's Office secures first conviction and sentence underElderJustice Unit

HELENA – A Big Horn County woman received a 10-year deferred imposition of sentence and was ordered to pay $101,171 in restitution for financially exploiting her mother and stepfather, Attorney Genera...

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ofb.biz · 2026-03-05

FellFor It - Open for Business - OFB.biz

If there is anything as embarrassing as confessing one’s sins it has to be confessing one’s stupidities. Yet here we are. Instead of describing how well my cool new Starlink-based phone-internet setu...

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teamhcso.com · 2026-03-05

Man Arrested in Multi-Thousand DollarElder Fraud Scam | HCSO, Tampa, FL

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man in connection with an organized fraud scheme targeting an 81-year-old woman. On February 23, 2026, detectives were alerted that an 81-year-o...

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foxnews.com · 2026-03-05

Consumer Protection Week warns of legal data broker privacy threats - Fox News

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. Every year during National Consumer Protection Week, you hear warnings about phishing emails, fake IRS calls and ident...

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readingeagle.com · 2026-03-05

Protect yourself from the latest scams in the age of AI - Reading Eagle

It’s no secret that older adults are often the targets of scams that seek to steal our personal or financial information. According to FBI data, individuals over age 60 submitted 140,000 complaints a...

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newstalkkzrg.com · 2026-03-05

Consumers urged to 'spot, avoid, and report' scams during National Consumer Protection Week

TOPEKA – In observance of National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 1–7, 2026, Kansas Attorney General Kobach is joining consumer advocates nationwide to educate and empower citizens to recogniz...

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washingtonjewishweek.com · 2026-03-05

SeniorResources: Scams AffectingSeniors- Washington Jewish Week

Everyone has been told not to share personal information with strangers or give money for a scenario that seems too good to be true. Yet during 2024, scammers stole $12.5 billion from Americans, accor...

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orilliamatters.com · 2026-03-04

Love may be in the air but so areromance scams, police warn - Orillia News

NEWS RELEASE BARRIE POLICE SERVICE *********************** Romance scams affect people of all ages and backgrounds, often leaving victims emotionally and financially harmed. These scams typically ...

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barrie360.com · 2026-03-04

Barrie police warn about how to spot and avoidromance scams

Romance scams affect people of all ages and backgrounds, often leaving victims emotionally and financially harmed. These scams typically occur when someone creates a fake online identity to form a rel...

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nbcsandiego.com · 2026-03-04

'Mom, I need money!': Beware of AI voice technology being used in scams- NBC 7 San Diego

Scammers can clone almost anyone’s voice by using artificial intelligence and then use it to fake emergencies, kidnappings or making pleas for money. Tania Luviano Hurwitz with NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 ...

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pcmag.com · 2026-03-04

Nope, the IRS Is Not Texting You: 7 Smart Ways to Avoid Tax Scams on Your Phone

Tax season is prime time for distractions, fear, and financial stress in many households. Unfortunately, those factors create a perfect environment for online scams to flourish. That's why, from now t...

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atlantanewsfirst.com · 2026-03-04

Fulton County officials warn of text message scam- Atlanta News First

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Fulton County officials are warning about fraudulent text messages requesting immediate payments for fake toll violations. Residents of Fulton County and the City ...

Government Impersonation Phishing

cnet.com · 2026-03-03

Study Finds Phishing Scams Are on the Rise, Accelerated by AI - CNET

You're probably all too familiar with the words "potential spam" or "suspicious activity detected" or even a pop-up in Gmail that reads, "This message might be dangerous." That's because we are all po...

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energized.edison.com · 2026-03-03

How to Avoid and Report Scams- Energized by Edison

If you receive a call from a “Southern California Edison technician” threatening to immediately remove your meter unless you provide instant payment — stop, this is an urgency scam. Fraudsters often ...

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wxyz.com · 2026-03-03

AG warns of new toll road text scam impersonating 36th District Court in Detroit

(WXYZ) — The Michigan Attorney General's Office is warning residents of a new toll road phishing scam that is impersonating 36th District Court in Detroit. According to the AG's office, the latest sc...

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minnlawyer.com · 2026-03-03

State adopts rapid injunction law to stopelder scams- Minnesota Lawyer

State adopts rapid injunction law to stop elder scams Depositphotos.com image Dan Emerson//March 2, 2026// In Brief Minnesota becomes the second state to enact a rapid financial exploitation injun...

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wibw.com · 2026-03-03

Kobach warns of scams during National Consumer Protection Week - WIBW

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is encouraging consumers to “spot, avoid, and report” scams this week as part of National Consumer Protection Week. The week (March 1-7, 2026...

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saharareporters.com · 2026-03-03

Nigerian Man Jailed In US For 19 Years Over $4millionRomance Scam, Business Fraud

Authorities also stated that Mba is expected to face removal proceedings after completing his prison term. A 40-year-old Nigerian man who illegally resided in Houston, United States, has been sentenc...

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irishtimes.com · 2026-03-02

'I feel so stupid': Victim's shame atfallingfor 'classic' €30000 invoice scam- The Irish Times

A reader was pretty certain she was too savvy and smart to ever be taken in by scam artists – until she was, and lost tens of thousands of euro in a matter of minutes. Months on from when she fell vi...

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mexc.com · 2026-03-02

$4.2 BILLION USDT FROZEN: Tether's Massive Crackdown Sparks Global Crypto Showdown

Tether USDT News: $4.2 Billion Frozen as Global Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Stablecoin Misuse In a sweeping series of enforcement actions that underscore mounting global scrutiny of digital as...

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news.usps.com · 2026-03-02

There's a new way scammers are targeting victims – USPS Employee News

The Postal Inspection Service is reminding employees and customers during National Consumer Protection Week March 1-7 to beware of artificial intelligence scams. Scammers are now using artificial int...

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finance.yahoo.com · 2026-03-02

U.S. Postal Inspectors Warn Customers to Avoid Scams that Use Artificial Intelligence

WASHINGTON, March 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is warning U.S. Postal Service customers that scams using artificial intelligence (AI) make old cons and tricks appear more...

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mirror.co.uk · 2026-03-02

I was looking forlovebut one word from handsome stranger was terrifying lesson

"It wasn’t simply one person trying their luck, but a system," says Tracy of her romance scammer Scrolling through her notifications on an online dating site, one caught Tracy Cray’s eye. ‘Ritchie’ w...

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lasvegassun.com · 2026-03-02

Seniors at particular risk of being scam victims - Las Vegas Sun News

GUEST COLUMN: By Donna West Sunday, March 1, 2026 | 2 a.m. Over the past several months, Nevada officials have issued several warnings about scams. In November and December alone, there were calls ...

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nj1015.com · 2026-03-01

How Rutgers studentsfellfor a fake job scam- New Jersey 101.5

NEW BRUNSWICK — Several individuals connected with Rutgers University were victims of a scam involving fake checks. Rutgers police say the victims received an email in their Rutgers email account fro...

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timesrepublican.com · 2026-03-01

Online fraud prevention tips | News, Sports, Jobs - Times Republican

As Chief of Police, our agency remains vigilant in providing information to our community members when we observe increasing crime trends. We look to track these occurrences not only to ensure we have...

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blog.knowbe4.com · 2026-03-01

Common Facebook Scam Method - Human Risk Management Blog

A friend posted this on Facebook and it came up on my feed. I know this person and I was so sorry to read. How horrific! I had no idea who was killed in the accident, so I clicked on the news story....

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