Scammers are getting faster, smarter, and more ruthless—and thanks to AI, 2026 may be their most profitable year yet. Here's ...

Google is warning users to stay alert this month as scammers step up operations across job sites, app stores and shopping platforms. Fraudsters impersonate real employers and demand upfront "training" ...

Internet scams are constantly evolving. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) documented a record of more than $16 billion in losses due to internet crimes in 2024, up 33% from 2023. Con artists ...

Even tech-savvy and experienced internet users can fall victim to online scams. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology and psychology to exploit trust and emotions. Fake ...

Pew Research Center conducted this study to understand Americans’ experiences with and views of online scams and attacks. For this analysis, we surveyed 9,397 adults from April 14 to 20, 2025.