We at CNET commonly suggest victims contact the Federal Trade Commission or the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center to share their experience if they've endured any type of fraud or identity theft.

A phone call that sounds like a family member in trouble. A text claiming unpaid tolls. A job offer that appears legitimate ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Internal Revenue Service and the State of California have different definitions on who can prepare tax returns for a fee. The procedures for reporting ...

If deleting and reporting scam texts and phone calls has become part of your daily routine, there's another simple way to protect yourself from fraud -- and it may be more effective. Placing a fraud ...

Understanding common crypto scams and recognizing warning signs can help prevent financial losses. If scammed, securing your accounts, documenting details, and reporting the fraud can help mitigate ...

So many scams occur every day that an updated list could be written monthly. Everyone probably knows someone who has been victimized by a scammer. Even more go unreported because many victims refuse ...

Medicare is a tempting prize for scammers. Because it's a public program funded by taxpayers, it has a huge budget to distribute and that's what attracts scammers. In 2024, improper payments added up ...

The FTC’s 2024–2025 report on protecting older consumers shows total fraud losses among adults 60 and older have quadrupled ...

(LEX 18) — A new resource launched by the state of Kentucky aims to help residents spot and report scams that occur both in person and online. The "Team Kentucky Stop Scams" website provides tools for ...