It’s a sad fact, but true — so many of today’s most common scams work by preying on and exploiting trust, and our most human emotions. And that’s even more true when it comes to online dating scams ...

Romance scams are emotional cons disguised as love stories. Scammers build fake online relationships to manipulate people into sending money, gifts, or sensitive information. These schemes don't just ...

Sign up for our Newsletters Romance scams, which target vulnerable individuals, ranked as the second most costly scam of 2025 ...

Romance scams are hitting dating apps, making it easier than ever for scammers to try to get money from unsuspecting victims. Scam victim Jackie Crenshaw and anti-fraud expert Seth Ruden share both ...

Romance scams are surging this holiday season, with Avast reporting a 64% increase in blocked dating scam attacks and high rates of victims falling for them. Scammers use emotional manipulation — ...