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WhatsApp and Messenger add new warnings to help older people avoid online scams

Meta on Tuesday introduced new scam detection features for its messaging apps, WhatsApp and Messenger, as part of its broader initiative to crack down on online scams that target older people. The company said it will begin to show warnings in WhatsApp when users try to share their screen during calls, and it will flag … Read more

Rising Senior Scams: AARP’s Senior Planet Program Helps Protect Older Americans

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! DENVER – Scams targeting older Americans are surging, and federal officials are warning that the tactics are becoming harder to detect. The Federal Trade Commission says scammers are posing as IRS agents, police officers, or other officials – often over the phone or online – to steal … Read more

Walmart Marketplace’s rapid growth came with fakes, scams

When Mary May started buying from third-party sellers on Walmart‘s online marketplace, she said she assumed the products she was purchasing were the same as the ones she’d long bought in stores.  So in late March when she said she saw a “ridiculous sale” on her favorite Neuriva brain supplements on Walmart’s marketplace, she bought … Read more

SEC targets US firms linked to suspected Chinese pump and dump scams

Key Takeaways The SEC is focusing on US companies connected to suspected Chinese pump and dump scams. Regulatory actions aim to address facilitation or involvement in manipulative trading by American firms. Share this article The Securities and Exchange Commission is targeting US companies connected to suspected Chinese “pump and dump” schemes, according to a Financial … Read more

Illinois governor signs landmark crypto bills targeting scams and fraud

Key Takeaways Illinois has enacted new laws to regulate crypto exchanges and protect consumers from digital asset fraud. The legislation requires registration, sets transaction limits and fees, and mandates refunds for scam victims. Share this article Illinois has become the first state in the Midwest to enact crypto-specific consumer protection laws. On Monday, Governor JB … Read more

How to Protect Yourself From Portable Point-of-Sale Scams

Considering the widespread use of contactless payment systems, it’s no surprise that portable point-of-sale thefts are making a comeback. This type of robbery is enjoying a new wave of popularity, and is much harder to spot given how quickly those transactions take place. But how much risk is there, really? And how can you protect … Read more

Seniors lose $28B to retirement fraud scams targeting older adults

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Every year, American seniors lose over $28 billion to fraud, according to AARP. But here’s the shocking part: Only a fraction ever gets reported.  If you’ve received a letter, email, or call claiming you’ve been “pre-qualified” or “pre-approved” for a 401(k) rollover or annuity upgrade, beware. These … Read more

Facebook crypto ads lead to dangerous malware scams

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Checking your drink for drugs no longer needs to feel like a science experiment. Scientists in South Korea have created a new solution, a temporary tattoo sticker that instantly detects tampering. This simple sticker works fast, stays discreet, and offers surprisingly powerful protection.  At first glance, it … Read more

WhatsApp adds new features to protect against scams

WhatsApp is introducing new features to help people spot scams on the messaging service, the company announced on Tuesday. The company also said it has taken down over 6.8 million WhatsApp accounts linked to criminal scam centers targeting people around the world. The new features are designed to help detect scams in both group and … Read more

AI-Powered Crypto Scams Are Exploding

Finally, a profession that has managed to successfully integrate artificial intelligence into its workflow: Crypto scammers. According to a report from blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs, crypto scams are up 456% over the last year, due in large part to the ability to produce deepfake audio and video clips with artificial intelligence tools—making good on … Read more

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